Self talk – FOR FATS SAKE

My struggle with body image – Part 6

I’m baaaaaack!
We left off in January with me starting my individualized program with Brandy. As I explained in my earlier blogs, I was very resistant to doing anything that reminded me of my “old ways” of dieting.

Minisode 4 – Jimmy Moore’s Livin’ La Vida Low-Carb

Brandy and Alexis talk about the emotional connection people have to food after listening to Jimmy Moore’s Podcast ‘Livin’ La Vida Low-Carb’. Alexis starts building her foundation of psychological thrillers starting with Hannibal.

My struggle with body image – Part 5

I left off last time telling you about my past decision to lose some weight. I restricted calories, avoided fat, skipped meals, deprived myself of tasty foods, and expected fast results.

My struggle with body image – Part 4

By Marlene Sexton LMFT Date: January 23rd, 2019 In Part 3, I left off by mentioning a dilemma I have. I promise I will get to it, but first let me give you a bit more of my story. When my husband and I were blessed with two daughters, it hit me how important it wasContinue reading “My struggle with body image – Part 4”

My struggle with body image – Part 3

By Marlene Sexton LMFT Date: January 16th, 2019 My last blog left off with a promise to describe how I learned to value myself and change my life. But first, I must explain how the subconscious can help you achieve your goals or keep you from them. As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I work on theContinue reading “My struggle with body image – Part 3”

My struggle with body image – Part 2

by Marlene Sexton LMFT Date: January 11th, 2019 In my previous blog, I discussed the dynamics that lead to my “very diminished,” aka non-existent self-esteem and body image. Writing that blog was difficult because it meant going back to a time 45 years ago that was confusing and painful for me. You see, I haveContinue reading “My struggle with body image – Part 2”