Mastering Emotional Eating: Jeb Stuart Johnston on Rituals, Stress Management, and Self-Awareness

Welcome to another episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, our host Lisa Franz sits down with Jeb Stuart Johnston, a multifaceted Health and Wellness Coach and founder of "Food on the Mind." With an eclectic background ranging from opera singing to fitness training, Johnston brings a wealth of knowledge on emotional eating, health, and well-being.

In this engaging episode, he delves deep into the importance of daily rituals over rigid rules, the significance of living in the present moment, and how flexible goal-setting can lead to sustainable wellness. Johnston also explores the impact of cultural and systemic factors on our health habits, the role of stress management, and practical strategies like meditation, journaling, and breathwork.

Discover how societal and family influences shape our lifestyle choices and learn practical tools for managing emotional eating and building meaningful relationships. Whether you're struggling with food obsession or looking to integrate more movement into your day, this episode is packed with invaluable insights to help you on your wellness journey. Plus, don't miss out on the links to Jeb’s 5-day mini course and social media handles in the show notes! Tune in for a transformative conversation that promises to elevate your approach to health and wellness.

Timestamp Overview:

00:00:41 Jeb's journey from opera singer to Nashville songwriter to NYC celebrity hairdresser to fitness

00:05:06 Explains why diets fail: environmental factors & lack of addressing root causes

00:09:02 Contrasts US isolation with South American/European social structures

00:14:53 Details two types of emotional eaters: intuitive empaths vs. logical analyzers

00:19:29 Discusses how emotions exist on spectrum & need for granular understanding

00:25:08 Breaks down how US infrastructure/environment affects health (cities, food choices, walking)

00:32:28 Explores "big-boned family" myths & true genetic/environmental influences

00:37:30 Shares practical anxiety management: specific problem-solving, breathwork, presence

00:42:15 Emphasizes simple consistent practices over complex perfect solutions

00:46:16 Mentions 5-day course & wrap-up

Follow Jeb Stuart Johnston:

Instagram: @jebstuartjohnston https://www.instagram.com/jebstuartjohnston/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@jebstuartjohnston2819

5-day Mini course link: https://www.instagram.com/jebstuartjohnston/p/DDHu3hNgHDZ/?img_index=1

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