In this minisode, I’m sharing something that completely changed the way I approach transformation—real, lasting change isn’t just about hitting a goal, like losing weight. It’s about becoming the version of you who can sustain that success.
For years, I secretly struggled with self-sabotaging patterns around food, and the more I restricted my diet or plan, the more I would spiral. It wasn’t until I dug into nervous system work, and inner child healing, and uncovered the unconscious beliefs driving my behaviors that everything shifted. Now, through my Make Peace with Food program, I help others break free by addressing nervous system regulation and healing past traumas.
If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right—eating well, exercising, pushing yourself—but your body just won’t let go of fat, there’s a reason.
Your nervous system is either in Protection Mode (fight-or-flight) or Safety Mode (rest-and-digest)—and fat release only happens in safety mode. But if your body feels unsafe? It clings to fat, slows metabolism, and even triggers binge eating and self-sabotage.
Think about it. You go through stress, and suddenly you’re reaching for food you swore you wouldn’t touch. You’re not weak—it’s biology. When your body is in survival mode, it’s wired to conserve energy and seek quick fuel. That’s why unwanted eating behaviors feel so out of control sometimes.
But here’s the kicker: fat loss isn’t just about burning calories—it’s about making your body feel safe enough to let go.
So the real question is—are you pushing your body into Protection Mode without even realizing it? Because if you are, no amount of dieting or exercise is going to override survival mode.
It’s time to stop fighting your body and start working with it.
That’s what I teach inside my 9-Day Rapid Release Masterclass starting March 17. REGISTER HERE: https://www.sherryshaban.com/rapidrelease
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