Tune into your body and make nutrition a priority!

In this episode of Wellness Wisdom Camille interviews Chrissa Petersen, Registered Dietician from Mindful Nutrition, who says that helping people past the confusion caused by nutrition scare tactics and misinformation, as well as negative beliefs about their ability to shift to a healthy body, are her passion and mission. Chrissa understands what it feels like to be 100 pounds overweight and feel hopeless and desperate to improve her health. Chrissa experienced a “transformation” in herself that propelled her to want to help others.

Chrissa understands what it’s like to be in a body you don’t feel good about.  In this episode Chrissa explains that we must begin where we are and make little small changes in how we eat.  Chrissa holds the “Vision” for her clients of what they can become. Chrissa explains how having a plan, a coach, mentor, or other support person can propel you towards success. She reports how environment, experimenting, and having flexibility can help you move forward in your goal to eat better and lose weight.  She teaches "Mindful Eating" which includes being curious about why, how, and when we eat. Learn to notice patterns in how, why, and when you eat and make peace with your body and your food for good.  Patience and kindness are an important part of your health journey.