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FOF: Why You “Ruin Your Diet” Every Holiday (PS: It’s Not Willpower) with Jenn Trepeck artwork

FOF: Why You “Ruin Your Diet” Every Holiday (PS: It’s Not Willpower) with Jenn Trepeck

The Big Story
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Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode: Introduction Why Willpower Isn’t the Key to Behavior Change Willpower as a Muscle (or Phone Battery) How the Holidays Drain Our Willpower Faster What the Parole Judge Study Teaches Us About Decision Fatigue Why Willpower Works Better Before Temptation Hits Using Upstream Willpower: What It Actually Means Holiday Tactics That Don’t Depend on Willpower Building Systems Now to Avoid December Burnout Setting Up Habits That Make January Easier Ending the Annual “Start Strong, Fall Off” Cycle A Kinder Approach to Holiday Eating Check in with today’s amazing guest: Jenn Trepeck Website: asaladwithasideoffries.com Podcast: A Salad With a Side of Fries Instagram: @jenntrepeck Book: Uncomplicating Wellness Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider. If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com. Reach Your Weight & Health Goals - Without Dieting! Pre-Order The Hunger Crushing Combo Method, Abbey’s revolutionary additive approach to eating well to boost satiety, stabilize blood sugars, reduce the risk of disease, improve your relationship with food by providing the best nutrient bang for your caloric buck. With over 400 research citations, cheat sheets, evidence based actionable tips, meal plans and adaptable recipes, the Hunger Crushing Combo Method is the only nutrition bible you’ll ever need. Pre-Order today and submit your proof of purchase to get a FREE HCC Holiday Survival Guide here. Where to Purchase: Amazon B&N Amazon Kindle Apple Books Google Play Kobo Apple Books (Audio) Audible More information and retailers here: abbeyskitchen.com/hunger-crushing-combo 🥤 Check out my 2-in-1 Plant Based Probiotic Protein Powder, neue theory at www.neuetheory.com or @neuetheory and use my promo code BITEBACK20 to get 20% off your order! Don’t forget to Please subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts and leave us a review! It really helps us out. ✉️ SUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTERS ⤵️ Neue Theory newsletter Abbey's Kitchen newsletter 🥞 FREE HUNGER CRUSHING COMBO™ E-BOOK! 💪🏼 FREE PROTEIN 101 E-BOOK! 📱 Follow me! Instagram: @abbeyskitchen TikTok: @abbeyskitchen YouTube: @AbbeysKitchen My blog, Abbey’s Kitchen www.abbeyskitchen.com My book, The Mindful Glow Cookbook affiliate link: https://amzn.to/3NoHtvf We love feedback at The Big Story, as well as suggestions for future episodes. You can find us: Through email at hello@thebigstorypodcast.ca Or @thebigstory.bsky.social on Bluesky Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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