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Bundled Up, Full of Cheer, and Ready to Celebrate!
with Mindfulness and Gratitude
Peggy Gleason
December 07, 2024
I hope your Thanksgiving was filled with warmth, joy, and moments of gratitude that linger in your heart.
As the holiday season kicks into high gear, I’m thrilled to share how we’re spreading cheer in our community!
We’re participating in the annual Christmas parade—and it’s a brisk 17 degrees out! But no amount of cold can dampen our festive spirits. We’re bundling up, hopping on the float, and ready to bring joy and smiles to everyone along the parade route. There’s something magical about celebrating together, waving to familiar faces, and feeling that sense of togetherness that the season brings.
What’s Next on the Holiday Calendar?
Get ready to envision your most confident, empowered self for the year ahead!
In this workshop, we’ll create your vision that will inspire action and clarity for 2025.
Whether it’s about identifying your food triggers, boosting self-esteem, or embracing new goals, this is the perfect way to start your new year with purpose.
When: December 17,18,19 for only 75 minutes each day.
(Recordings will be available if you come each day.)
Why: To set intentions, build confidence, and love your body by overcoming emotional eating for weight loss!
Keep an eye on your inbox for more details and how to join in.
As we bundle up for the parade and savor the joy of giving and celebrating,
I’m reminded of how grateful I am to have you in this community.
Let’s make this season not just about festivities, but also about envisioning and creating the life we want to live.
Stay warm, stay joyful, and keep celebrating!
Warm wishes,
Dr. Peggy
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Drawing from her 40+ years as a critical care nurse and certified Psychology of Eating Coach, Dr. Peggy dives into the "why," "when," and "how" of eating habits to help you achieve self-awareness and lasting change.
Key Takeaways:
🕒 Timing Matters:
“Did you know that our eating schedules often mirror the chaos in our lives? Recognizing when you're vulnerable to cravings is the first step to making better choices.”
❤️ Why We Eat:
“Emotional eating isn’t just about food—it’s about how we cope with life’s challenges. Stress, loneliness, or even joy can trigger it.”
🐢 The Power of Eating Slow:
“Eating fast doesn’t just hurt your digestion; it slows your metabolism. When you slow down, you actually nourish your body better.”
🌿 Mindful Eating Practices:
“Put down your fork between bites. Notice the flavors, the textures, and the experience. Mindful eating can transform how you feel about food.”
🧘♀️ Self-Compassion, Not Willpower:
“Food isn’t the enemy. Understanding your triggers and approaching eating with self-awareness and compassion is the real path to change.”
Practical Tips to Start Now:
Pause Before Eating: Check in with yourself. Are you really hungry, or is something else driving you to eat?
Slow Down: Put down your fork between bites. Enjoy the moment and the food.
Create Calm Eating Spaces: Avoid mindless eating in front of screens. Set an intentional environment for meals.
Memorable Quote:
“Breaking away from emotional eating is less about rigid control and more about self-awareness and compassion.”
🔗 Free Resources:
Grab Dr. Peggy’s free assessment tool to help identify your eating habits and patterns.
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