Transforming Lives Through Food Awareness: A Conversation with Michelle Petties | Alive Again PodcastIn this episode of the Alive Again Podcast, hosts Andreea Parc and Alexa Dumitru sit down with Michelle Petties, a TEDx speaker, food story coach, and author of the award-winning memoir, 'Living Large: The Stories of a Food Addict.' Michelle shares her journey of overcoming emotional overeating and losing over 700 pounds. She discusses the fundamental principle that everything we eat either heals or harms us and how the food industry manipulates consumers. Michelle outlines her 'I Am Brand New Now' framework to help people transform their relationship with food and manage their emotions. The discussion touches on the importance of believing in good health, recognizing and rewriting limiting beliefs, and the role of community, nutrition, hydration, and self-awareness in achieving lasting wellness. Join us for an insightful conversation on food addiction, emotional eating, and the path to a healthier life.
00:00 Introduction: The Power of Food Choices
00:58 Meet the Hosts and Guest Introduction
01:56 Michelle's Journey and Food Philosophy
04:06 The Emotional Connection to Food
05:54 The Impact of Processed Foods
13:53 Michelle's Framework for Healthy Eating
15:08 The Role of Community and Accountability
21:38 Understanding Food Addiction25:37 Understanding Empty Calories and Addiction
26:46 The Importance of Hydration
27:37 The Brain's Delay in Signaling Fullness
28:45 Questioning Food Beliefs and Eating Habits
33:17 Distinguishing Hunger from Emotional Eating
35:24 Managing Emotions to Control Eating
44:47 The Concept of a 'Bride Story' for Motivation
48:54 The Transformative Power of Walking
52:21 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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