Just started intuitive eating a few weeks ago. History of anorexia and bulimia. I lost weight during lockdown in the uk and haven't had a period since March. Wasn't underweight for my height, but under a lot of stress, lots of exercise and restricting food groups. Low energy, cold all the time, developed gut issues. I started the low fodmap diet in April and whole 30 in may, but started getting ed symptoms again. Binge eating 3 to 4 times a week, purging via vomiting and over exercising. Since starting intuitive eating the binges have got way better. Still struggling with guilt after eating certain foods, particularly high sugar, high fat treats. Scared to gain weight, scared of snacking and not sticking to meal times. Trying my best, allowing to eat all the foods ive previously been restricting has made them a lot less rewarding. Trying to find a balance. Just wanted to thank you for the videos and your website resources, they have really helped so far. I think Intuitive eating is the way forward. I want to be fit, strong and healthy and regain my periods. Kind regards, H
I'll be the first to admit that I started I.E as a weightloss but found how amazing it was very fast. The honey moon phase was super hard because I was worried about losing but now that I realized exactly what it is has changed my point of view. And had I never tried to "lose weight with I.E" I never would of found you or the process and fall in love with the life changes.
I got rid of my scale a long time ago. What was it doing for me anyway I asked myself? Who came up with the awful idea of a scale in homes lol. My clothes all still fit. No way I personally could progress through intuitive eating while still checking my weight. I also practice intuitive exercise which I named myself lol. If I feel like running I do, if I want to golf I do, if I want to take a exercise class I do, heavy lifting day fine....I found forcing myself into an Instagram persons idea of my fitness wasn’t working and I hated it. Not to mention the guilt for missing a “bicep” day because I decided to paddle board with my family. No more guilt. I have a general goal to move each day. I have seen WAY more progress in my strength and body this way.
I aspire to have this mentality, thank you for sharing! I can’t get rid of my scale since I live with family, but I’m going to stop doing weigh ins. ❤️ you can do this, you’re very strong! :)
I think I've gained about 10 pounds in a month based on my clothes, but I'm still in it. I want this idol gone, even if it means a higher set point. The relief at letting go of the all consuming, energy sucking, white knuckling drive to keep my weight under 130 is huge. I just want to eat in peace finally.
I know this is an old post but i been struggling with really allowing myself to eat my homemade cookies. I eat them but i feel frightened that im going to gain weight ill eat 4 or 5 a day. And i know that if i keep it up it'll definitely lead to weight gain. And ive worked so hard losing 60plus pounds over the last couple years. Im not sure if i should save that food for last and maybe try other forbidden foods?.
@@melissasahagun5359 Hi there. I hear you. It's a real battle. I'm now 8 or so months in, and I did gain about 20 lbs (guessing. No more scale). After the forbidden foods honeymoon (for me, about 4 months), I'm finally at the point where my body is craving real food and exercise. And because I've given my brain a break from obsessing over controlling weight, I no longer feel deprived and rarely binge (who thought I could EVER have just ONE donut? Not me). I have ice cream whenever I want. And so sometimes I don't want it. That feels like a miracle to me. I say hang in there. Eat the cookies. But keep doing the mental work to break free of the fear and control. There's no set time. It's a gradual back and forth. It's all about mindset. It's so worth it in the end. I cannot believe how much more room I have in my life that used to be filled with food anf fear of fat. My thighs jiggle, but I no longer hate them. I'm just glad I can walk, run, play, and hike with my hubby. My perspective has changed, and I rarely give food much thought anymore beyond nourishment and enjoyment. Never going back to diets. They never worked long term anyway. I wish you all the best!
Question can weight set point be overweight? Or is it always within a healthy weight. Thanks Doll. I'm getting close to being able to intuitive eating. Been yoyo dieting for 29 years.
I'm doing intuitive eating because I was counting calories and some days I don't want to eat much and I'd be in my head like "oh I didn't eat enough" .... how stupid is that? So, I am just going to listen to my body and focus on not over eating...
Hi colleen i am trying to get my hunger cues back and i am eating every 3-5 hours, but how long will it actually take to get my hunger cues back? Awsome Video as always 💋❤
I thought I had found my happy place and then my hormones go crazy it seems and suddenly I’ll become a bottomless pit and can literally eat like hourly and still not be satiated whether it’s Whole Foods, junk foods, doesn’t matter and then I very quickly gain weight (like this week) and then I get super frustrated fighting my mind trying to go back to food rules and I am just exhausted with everything
is IE a real thing or just a new way to sell memberships and books?? what I'm hearing is, eat intuitively but if you don't lose the weight that you feel is too high, it's your genetics and to not have unrealistic ideas about body image. In other words, if IE doesn't work, you're just meant to be fluffy.
I used to think that, too. But your last point reveals your disconnect. The "fail" is not gaining weight, but the return to restriction and a diet culture that decides for you what your body should look like in order to be acceptable to you or others.
@@auntpurl5325Exactly. I agree on the idea that there’s a huge disconnect here. The point of intuitive eating is not to lose or gain or maintain weight. It’s not about weight at all. It’s about healing your relationship with food. There may be incidental weight loss, but that’s not the goal. It’s not a diet, it’s living your life the way you were meant to. 🤗❤️
Here’s the key, I think. You need to pause before eating and simply think about the food/drink you’re about to consume. Don’t go from one activity to mindless eating. Pause. Simply sit and relax and think about it. 2 mins max. Next, for me, I count calories in and out. There’s no better way to be “mindful”. Concentrates the mind. If you can write things down about how you behave round food, it helps. Simples.
Are you eating for mostly physical hunger or are you constantly snacking throughout the day and saying your eating intuitive? Are you eating mostly nutrient dense foods or are you eating a lot of high calorie/high fat foods. Your food choices will play a big role and constantly snacking can easily cause weight gain too
Just started intuitive eating a few weeks ago. History of anorexia and bulimia. I lost weight during lockdown in the uk and haven't had a period since March. Wasn't underweight for my height, but under a lot of stress, lots of exercise and restricting food groups. Low energy, cold all the time, developed gut issues. I started the low fodmap diet in April and whole 30 in may, but started getting ed symptoms again. Binge eating 3 to 4 times a week, purging via vomiting and over exercising.
Since starting intuitive eating the binges have got way better. Still struggling with guilt after eating certain foods, particularly high sugar, high fat treats. Scared to gain weight, scared of snacking and not sticking to meal times. Trying my best, allowing to eat all the foods ive previously been restricting has made them a lot less rewarding. Trying to find a balance.
Just wanted to thank you for the videos and your website resources, they have really helped so far. I think Intuitive eating is the way forward. I want to be fit, strong and healthy and regain my periods.
Kind regards, H
I'll be the first to admit that I started I.E as a weightloss but found how amazing it was very fast. The honey moon phase was super hard because I was worried about losing but now that I realized exactly what it is has changed my point of view. And had I never tried to "lose weight with I.E" I never would of found you or the process and fall in love with the life changes.
I couldn't love this more! Thanks for sharing!
I got rid of my scale a long time ago. What was it doing for me anyway I asked myself? Who came up with the awful idea of a scale in homes lol. My clothes all still fit. No way I personally could progress through intuitive eating while still checking my weight. I also practice intuitive exercise which I named myself lol. If I feel like running I do, if I want to golf I do, if I want to take a exercise class I do, heavy lifting day fine....I found forcing myself into an Instagram persons idea of my fitness wasn’t working and I hated it. Not to mention the guilt for missing a “bicep” day because I decided to paddle board with my family. No more guilt. I have a general goal to move each day. I have seen WAY more progress in my strength and body this way.
I aspire to have this mentality, thank you for sharing! I can’t get rid of my scale since I live with family, but I’m going to stop doing weigh ins. ❤️ you can do this, you’re very strong! :)
Beautifully said.
I think I've gained about 10 pounds in a month based on my clothes, but I'm still in it. I want this idol gone, even if it means a higher set point. The relief at letting go of the all consuming, energy sucking, white knuckling drive to keep my weight under 130 is huge. I just want to eat in peace finally.
I know this is an old post but i been struggling with really allowing myself to eat my homemade cookies. I eat them but i feel frightened that im going to gain weight ill eat 4 or 5 a day. And i know that if i keep it up it'll definitely lead to weight gain. And ive worked so hard losing 60plus pounds over the last couple years. Im not sure if i should save that food for last and maybe try other forbidden foods?.
@@melissasahagun5359 Hi there. I hear you. It's a real battle. I'm now 8 or so months in, and I did gain about 20 lbs (guessing. No more scale). After the forbidden foods honeymoon (for me, about 4 months), I'm finally at the point where my body is craving real food and exercise. And because I've given my brain a break from obsessing over controlling weight, I no longer feel deprived and rarely binge (who thought I could EVER have just ONE donut? Not me). I have ice cream whenever I want. And so sometimes I don't want it. That feels like a miracle to me. I say hang in there. Eat the cookies. But keep doing the mental work to break free of the fear and control. There's no set time. It's a gradual back and forth. It's all about mindset. It's so worth it in the end. I cannot believe how much more room I have in my life that used to be filled with food anf fear of fat. My thighs jiggle, but I no longer hate them. I'm just glad I can walk, run, play, and hike with my hubby. My perspective has changed, and I rarely give food much thought anymore beyond nourishment and enjoyment. Never going back to diets. They never worked long term anyway. I wish you all the best!
this is the best video ever, thank you :')
Glad you liked it!
Question can weight set point be overweight? Or is it always within a healthy weight. Thanks Doll. I'm getting close to being able to intuitive eating. Been yoyo dieting for 29 years.
I'm doing intuitive eating because I was counting calories and some days I don't want to eat much and I'd be in my head like "oh I didn't eat enough" .... how stupid is that? So, I am just going to listen to my body and focus on not over eating...
Hi colleen i am trying to get my hunger cues back and i am eating every 3-5 hours, but how long will it actually take to get my hunger cues back? Awsome Video as always 💋❤
great question.
I thought I had found my happy place and then my hormones go crazy it seems and suddenly I’ll become a bottomless pit and can literally eat like hourly and still not be satiated whether it’s Whole Foods, junk foods, doesn’t matter and then I very quickly gain weight (like this week) and then I get super frustrated fighting my mind trying to go back to food rules and I am just exhausted with everything
How does intuitive eating works if a person has problems with binge eating? For some people it might help because they're not restricting, but hmm 🤔
@@barbaraannfahey5077 yeah I ended up watching them
The answer is “maybe”. Not yes or no. My body wants what my greed wants. We’ve done a (unconscious) deal.
is IE a real thing or just a new way to sell memberships and books?? what I'm hearing is, eat intuitively but if you don't lose the weight that you feel is too high, it's your genetics and to not have unrealistic ideas about body image. In other words, if IE doesn't work, you're just meant to be fluffy.
I used to think that, too. But your last point reveals your disconnect. The "fail" is not gaining weight, but the return to restriction and a diet culture that decides for you what your body should look like in order to be acceptable to you or others.
@@auntpurl5325Exactly. I agree on the idea that there’s a huge disconnect here. The point of intuitive eating is not to lose or gain or maintain weight. It’s not about weight at all. It’s about healing your relationship with food. There may be incidental weight loss, but that’s not the goal. It’s not a diet, it’s living your life the way you were meant to. 🤗❤️
good Morning Colleen, for how long is the curve? thanks
I keep on putting on weight, won't get to the set point or plateau.
Here’s the key, I think. You need to pause before eating and simply think about the food/drink you’re about to consume. Don’t go from one activity to mindless eating. Pause. Simply sit and relax and think about it. 2 mins max. Next, for me, I count calories in and out. There’s no better way to be “mindful”. Concentrates the mind. If you can write things down about how you behave round food, it helps. Simples.
@@jeffreyadams648 Counting calories is not intuitive in any way.
@@Snickerdoods.x exactly - that is totally against what Colleen talks about.
Are you eating for mostly physical hunger or are you constantly snacking throughout the day and saying your eating intuitive? Are you eating mostly nutrient dense foods or are you eating a lot of high calorie/high fat foods. Your food choices will play a big role and constantly snacking can easily cause weight gain too