Cut the cravings & break free from emotional eating – with Dr. Glenn Livingston

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Have you ever found yourself reaching for chocolate in moments of stress, only to later feel a pang of guilt? This episode of Untethered with Jen Liss features Dr. Glenn Livingston, a former psychologist for food and pharma companies, who shares his personal journey through food addiction and how he emerged stronger and wiser. Together, we unravel the deep-seated societal pressures that shape our eating habits and discuss effective strategies to overcome the cycle of emotional eating. Dr. Glenn inspires with his candid revelations about the impact of diet culture and offers practical techniques to develop a healthier mindset.
We take a closer look at the emotional triggers that lead to cravings and how the advertising industry plays on these vulnerabilities. By recounting personal experiences and client success stories, we uncover the subtle justifications our minds create and offer solutions to counteract them. Dr. Glenn introduces methods like labeling compulsive cravings to introduce a crucial pause, allowing for more rational choices in our eating habits. Whether it's embracing a hearty breakfast to counteract nighttime binges or crafting personal food rules, this episode provides actionable insights to foster a healthier relationship with food.
Empower yourself to transform feelings of shame into productive change. We discuss the societal normalization of overeating and the challenges posed by pervasive food temptations, highlighting the importance of accountability and self-awareness. Dr. Glenn and I emphasize turning negative emotions into passionate motivation for adopting healthier habits. With resources like free e-books and food plan starter templates, listeners are equipped to align their eating patterns with their personal philosophies. This episode is your guide to breaking free from food obsession and living a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Meet Dr. Glenn
Glenn Livingston, Ph.D. was the long time CEO of a multi-million dollar consulting firm which has serviced several Fortune 500 clients in the food industry. You may have seen his (or his company's) previous work, theories, and research in major periodicals like The New York Times, The Los Angeles Times, The Chicago Sun Times, The Indiana Star Ledger, The NY Daily News, American Demographics, or any of the other major media outlets you see on this page. You may also have heard him on ABC, WGN, and/or CBS radio, or UPN TV.

Disillusioned by what traditional psychology had to offer overweight and/or food obsessed individuals, Dr. Livingston spent several decades researching the nature of bingeing and overeating via work with his own clients AND a self-funded research program with more than 40,000 participants. He earned his Ph.D. is in psychology from Yeshiva University in 1991.
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Capíttulos

1. Cut the cravings & break free from emotional eating – with Dr. Glenn Livingston (00:00:00)

2. Untethered (00:00:05)

3. Chocolate Cravings and Emotional Triggers (00:09:06)

4. Conquering Overeating and Cravings (00:14:14)

5. Navigating Nighttime Overeating and Wellness (00:22:51)

6. Finding Food Freedom and Productivity (00:28:15)

7. Transforming Shame Into Action (00:38:47)