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Episode #138: How to Stop Eat-Pleasing during the Holidays
Summary
The holiday season is officially here, and with it comes an avalanche of food-filled gatherings. Whether it’s Thanksgiving dinner, holiday parties, or those casual weekend hangouts, we often find ourselves in situations where we eat—not because we’re hungry—but to please others. If you’ve ever felt awkward refusing food from a gracious host or struggled with saying no to those extra holiday treats, this episode is for you.
In today’s episode, I’m revisiting one of my favorite holiday-themed discussions, originally shared last year, to help you navigate these situations with confidence. I’ll be walking you through a powerful, three-step strategy to say “no” without guilt, so you can enjoy the season and stay on track with your goals.
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What You’ll Learn from this Episode:
- Why the holiday season is often where we unintentionally gain weight—and how to break the cycle.
- How to respond confidently when a well-meaning host insists on you trying their special dish.
- The difference between “eat-pleasing” and genuine connection at social gatherings.
- Three practical steps to say no without feeling rude or needing to justify yourself.
- How to embrace the holiday season without waiting for January 1st to reclaim your health goals.
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