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December 9, 2025 13 mins

Still stuck in the guilt spiral after indulging in your favorite holiday treats? What if enjoying dessert didn’t mean starting over on Monday, or vowing to “be good” in January?

In episode 3 of our Holiday Eating Series, I’m sharing the real psychology behind holiday food guilt, “off-limits” indulgences, and those all-or-nothing spirals that can leave you feeling frustrated and defeated by January 1st.

You'll hear my go-to mindset shifts to stop guilt in its tracks, why giving yourself permission around holiday foods is the most freeing thing you can do, and the secret to truly enjoying your favorite treats without the inevitable shame spiral. Plus, I’ll share one simple action you can try this week to make mindful eating feel effortless.

And, if this resonated and you’re ready to enjoy the holidays without sacrificing your body goals, download your FREE Holiday Eating Roadmap here: https://mindin-my-wellness.captivate.fm/roadmap

Ready to stop dieting through December and step into the holidays with confidence, clarity, and zero regret? Hit play and let’s dive in.

3:10 – Why Food Guilt Is Learned (And How to Unlearn It for Good)

4:25 – The Dangerous Cycle of Restriction, Craving, and Guilt (and How to Break It)

5:16 – How Granting Yourself Permission Around Food Reduces Chaos

5:51 – What True Balance Looks Like During the Holidays (No Perfection Required)

7:11 – Three Mindset Shifts to Stop the “Start Over Monday” Mentality

9:52 – Your One-Item Action Step to Practice Mindful Eating in Real Life

Other Episodes You’ll Love:

  1. Episode 139: Why Starting Over in January Keeps You Stuck (Do THIS simple reset to stay consistent all season!) | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
  2. Episode 140: How to Create a Flexible Holiday Eating Routine So You Can Enjoy the Season Without Stressing About Weight Gain | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
  3. Episode 142: The Two Ingredients That Make Holiday Eating So Much Easier | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
  4. Episode 143: Exactly What To Do Before, During & After Your Holiday Events For Maintaining Body Composition | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
  5. Episode 144: How to Get Back on Track After Overeating WITHOUT Punishment | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES
  6. Episode 145: How to Rebuild Your Routine Between the Holidays and New Year Without Starting Over | HOLIDAY EATING SERIES

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