Finding Balance: The Intersection of Fasting, Mindful Eating, and Embracing Food Joy

This episode brings together Marissa Moon, an author and health coach renowned for her work on intermittent fasting, and Marisa, a nutrition enthusiast who finds joy in the culinary world, marking an enriching dialogue on achieving a healthy lifestyle without compromising the pleasure of eating. The dialogue uncovers the transformative power of intermittent fasting through Marissa's expertise, debunking myths, addressing hesitations, and sharing personal victories over health challenges like ADHD with a holistic approach to nutrition. Conversely, Marisa's narrative offers an intimate look into balancing a passion for nutritious food while savoring life's culinary delights, touching upon overcoming extreme diet practices, the significance of mental health, and finding equilibrium between health and happiness. Both stories converge on the philosophy of making gradual, sustainable changes, emphasizing mental well-being, the perils of scarcity mindsets, and the importance of being flexible and curious in one's nutritional journey. Listeners are walked through practical advice, from enhancing sleep routines to insightful book recommendations, aiming to motivate and equip them with the tools to navigate their path to a balanced, fulfilled life.

00:00 Welcome to Small Steps, Big Wins: Your Guide to a Better Life

00:23 Introducing Marissa Moon: A Deep Dive into Intermittent Fasting

03:33 Marissa's Journey: From Food Blogger to Fasting Coach

09:02 Decoding Healthy Eating: Beyond the Hype

20:33 The Mindset Shift: Overcoming Nutrition Myths and Embracing Variety

21:38 The Role of Stress in Health and Fasting

28:40 Rethinking Exercise: Finding Joy in Movement

38:13 Understanding Metabolism: The Path to a Healthier You

38:59 The Long Journey to Health: Patience and Curiosity

40:35 Embracing a New Metabolism: Strategies and Challenges

41:13 The Personal Touch: Stories of Transformation

54:51 Understanding Food Addiction and Its Impact

01:03:23 Navigating Dietary Restrictions in Social Settings

01:12:04 The Creative Process: Writing and Living with Intention

If you want to get in touch with Marisa:

Website: https://www.MarisaMoon.com 'Not So Fast' on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Not-So-Fast-Approach-Intermittent/dp/B0CTD91WNC/

Free Download: The RESET Manual, a 26-page guide to gradually start intermittent fasting with long-term success - https://www.marisamoon.com/iffreedom

Instagram: https://instagram.com/marisa_moon_ (@marisa_moon_)

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MarisaMoonWellness/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marisa-moon-17207095/

Spotify:  https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smallstepsbigwinspodcast

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSmallStepsBIGWinsPodcast

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Have an awesome day, friends!