Do you want a balanced, calm relationship with food?

Think:

• Rolling river - gentle ups and downs that are normal
• NOT Roller coaster - fun at the moment, but you feel sick if you stay on too long

The path to this calm relationship is The Holy Mess Triangle. This is the framework we use for healthy weight loss and a healthy relationship with food.

Don't worry about learning all of this right now, but for now, here's an overview:

• SAFE - The foundation of a healthy relationship with food is choosing meals and snacks that are SAFE
  • Structured - Eating every 3-4 hours throughout the day, and spreading points/calories throughout the day fairly evenly.
  • Adequate - Eating enough that you don't turn on your body's primitive hunger drive. (For most women, this is at least 1,500 calories and often more.)
  • Food groups - Include all types of foods in your plans, including carbs, fats, protein, and yes some treats.
  • Enjoyment - Do you actually LIKE the food you are eating?
• BACK on Track - Know the steps to get back on track quickly when you fall off the wagon.
• YES Zone - Create a food environment for yourself where you can say "yes" as often as possible and reduce "no." Hide the junk food and put healthy food in plain sight.
• Thoughts & Feelings - Managing your thought life and your feelings without turning to emotional eating to cope.
• Peace - With your body and the scale.

If you want to go deeper, read more about a healthy food relationship here, but finish the Welcome Kit first.