Welcome to Behind the Bite! I'm Dr. Cristina Castagnini, your host. In each episode, we share the courageous journeys of individuals facing challenges related to food, body, and weight, alongside insights from dedicated professionals. Whether you're seeking healing, inspiration, or a deeper understanding, this podcast is here to empower you on your path to a better life.

In this episode, we explore the fear many people have about making changes in their eating habits and daily routines, especially the anxiety around gaining weight. Our guest, Kristina Bruce, shares her personal struggle, resilience, and transformation in letting go of the fixation on weight and appearance.

Kristina Bruce is a body acceptance coach who specializes in helping women see through the limiting beliefs that prevent them from feeling good in their bodies. She guides them to reconnect with their inner wisdom, confidently care for their bodies, and live authentically. Kristina has lived through the struggle and now helps others on their journey to body acceptance and peace.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  1. Kristina's Personal Journey: Kristina shares her experiences growing up in a family focused on dieting, her own struggles with body image, and her journey to becoming a body acceptance coach.
  2. Understanding the Eating Disorder Mind: The distinction between the punishing, negative eating disorder voice and the compassionate, intuitive inner wisdom.
  3. The Path to Intuitive Eating: Kristina's transition from strict dieting to intuitive eating and how it led her to a healthier relationship with food and her body.
  4. Navigating Social and Family Pressure: Strategies for dealing with external validation and criticism, and finding support in a body-positive community.
  5. Empowerment through Self-Acceptance: The importance of realizing one's worth and value beyond body size and appearance, and how to access inner strength.

IMPORTANT TIMECODES FROM THE EPISODE:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Behind the Bite
  • 00:59 Today's Topic: Overcoming Fear in Recovery
  • 02:45 Guest Introduction: Cristina Bruce
  • 03:45 Cristina's Personal Journey
  • 10:25 The Turning Point
  • 10:32 Embracing Intuitive Eating
  • 16:19 The Mental and Emotional Game
  • 27:06 Finding Inner Worth and Value
  • 29:31 Finding Inner Strength Through Meditation
  • 30:12 Surrounding Yourself with Supportive People
  • 30:55 Curating a Positive Social Media Feed
  • 32:52 Challenging Beauty Standards and Cultural Ideals
  • 41:49 Understanding the Eating Disorder Mind
  • 46:33 Accessing Inner Wisdom and True Self
  • 49:17 Seeking Professional Help and Final Thoughts
  • 51:55 Podcast Conclusion and Resources

HIGHLIGHTS: 

  • Kristina's journey from strict dieting to body acceptance.
  • Practical advice on recognizing and separating the eating disorder voice from inner wisdom.
  • The importance of supportive communities and resources in fostering body positivity.
  • Encouragement for listeners to seek professional help and embrace their true selves.

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