62. Learning the Language of Hunger
Jan 11, 2023In this episode of The Concierge Weight Loss Podcast, Kara Hackleman, Certified Life & Weight Loss Coach, shares the secret to sustainable weight loss: trusting your hunger. Kara explores the hunger scale, how to listen to your body's cues, and why diets fail to create lasting change. Tune in to discover how to empower yourself to eat with confidence and ease.
Key Points Covered:
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What is the Hunger Scale?
- Eating when you're hungry and stopping when you're not.
- Why this simple approach can replace complicated diets.
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Why Diets Fail:
- Restrictive programs often ignore personal preferences and hunger cues.
- Diet mentality creates feelings of deprivation and leads to burnout.
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Rebuilding Trust in Your Body:
- Years of dieting teach you to ignore your body's signals.
- Start asking questions to understand what your body really needs.
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Overcoming Emotional Eating:
- Distinguishing between physical hunger and emotional cravings.
- Learning to tune in to what your body—and mind—are communicating.
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Practical Examples:
- Kara shares relatable stories, like choosing ice cream for dinner and listening to her body’s reactions.
- How to create balance between physical needs and occasional indulgences.
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Empowerment Through Coaching:
- Kara emphasizes the importance of self-trust and accountability.
- She provides tools to help you confidently listen to and respond to your hunger signals.
Takeaways for Listeners:
- You don't need to count calories or portion sizes to lose weight successfully.
- Learning to trust your hunger and your body is the key to a sustainable lifestyle.
- It’s okay if this feels unfamiliar—Kara is here to guide you every step of the way.
Ready to stop dieting and start trusting your body? Let Kara help you learn to listen to your hunger and create a sustainable plan that works for you. Share this episode with someone who’s ready to break free from diet culture and find lasting weight loss success!
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