Do You Suffer From Shiny Object Syndrome?
Shiny object syndrome describes a situation where someone is constantly distracted by the “next big thing”. This can happen in business, personal relationships, exercise programs, and especially nutrition.
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Shiny object syndrome describes a situation where someone is constantly distracted by the “next big thing”. This can happen in business, personal relationships, exercise programs, and especially nutrition.
Have you ever said to yourself, “I was so bad, I ate 3 cookies!” or something? Or maybe you thought to yourself, “I was good at lunch and ate a salad so it’s okay if have some chips for a snack” No food is inherently …
As chronic dieters, we become people-pleasers and perfectionists and numb ourselves from feeling anything uncomfortable with food, TV and social media, drugs, or alcohol. We do anything that helps us feel more in control, safe, or loved. Controlling our weight helps us feel accepted and worthy. Unfortunately, even if we do lose weight we never …
Holistic Health Coach, Holly Toscanini coaches women who are ready to walk away from diet culture and redefine their relationship with food while establishing a peaceful relationship with their bodies. Her approach includes mindful-intuitive eating, intentional movement, and unconditional body acceptance. In this interview, Holly shares insights …
Feel like you’re stuck in a never-ending loop of dieting, only to find yourself right back where you started—or worse? Today, Holly Toscanini dives into the detrimental impacts of chronic dieting, offering a lifeline to anyone caught in its cycle. It’s not just your waistline that’s at risk; your physical, emotional, and even mental health pay a heavy toll. Instead of latching onto every new diet fad, we’ll explore science-backed alternatives like intuitive and mindful eating that focus on listening to your body’s natural signals. So, take a step back from social media and diet culture’s unrealistic expectations, as we journey towards a more balanced, accepting, and ultimately healthier life.
Ever wondered how you got sucked into the never-ending cycle of dieting and body dissatisfaction? Holly Toscanini pulls back the curtain on the ubiquitous but elusive ‘Diet Culture’ that influences our lives in more ways than we’re aware of. We’ll delve into not just the overt signs—like the constant chatter about calories and body size—but also the more insidious psychological triggers, such as past traumas around food or weight, that fuel harmful behaviors or even mental illnesses. Recognizing these signs is your first step to liberating yourself from a culture that profits from your insecurities. Learn how to break free and fill the void in your life with self-love and acceptance, rather than another fad diet.
Healthy Exchange is a monthly gathering of kind, curious people who are interested in exploring the relationship between our personal well-being (however we define that for ourselves) and our sense of belonging and community. All perspectives are respectfully welcomed — there are no right or wrong answers to the questions we pose, though I hope you come away with helpful ideas and a sense of connection.
Join Holly Toscanini as she candidly shares her own roller-coaster journey with the all-too-common struggle to conform to society’s ‘ideal’ beauty standards through restrictive diets. Having walked the path, she’s transformed her life’s mission to guide others away from the clutches of diet culture. Now, as a corporate wellness coach, health educator, and your personal guide to body acceptance, Holly draws upon her first-hand experiences and expertise to help you redefine what health really means. Break away from damaging beliefs and discover how to create a peaceful relationship with food and your body—empowered, not ensnared, by your unique journey.
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In November 2021 I celebrated 14 years as a certified coach. Like a lot of you, I’ve gone through some pretty big changes over the last two years, and it caused me to do a lot of thinking about my life especially my approach to …