Cutting Against The Grain

48. Why We're All Experts at Failing Diets with Dr. Robert Cywes - Not the What but the Why

February 23, 2022 Laura Spath and Judy Cho
Cutting Against The Grain
48. Why We're All Experts at Failing Diets with Dr. Robert Cywes - Not the What but the Why
Show Notes

In this episode, Laura and Judy share some real talk with Dr. Robert Cywes. All too often, we focus on weight gain or metabolic syndrome, but the root cause can often be an internal, mental struggle. Not everyone thinks they have a not-so-ideal relationship with food, but the truth is that many of us do, especially with carb addiction. This is a very raw and candid discussion about healing our relationships with food that ultimately can lead us to healing.

  • Finding what works for you
  • Bridge foods and drinks
  • Blame and empowerment
  • Not the what, but the why
  • Mind cleansing moment
  • Carbs as a form of emotional management 
  • The power of choice (and safe boundaries)
  • The real reason for snacking
  • Carb addiction vs. safer habits
  • Habits: rewards attached without hardship
  • Demand-driven vs. supply-driven (toxicity)
  • Absolving addiction: humility and experience
  • OAC – Own as soon as you can 
  • Objectify mistakes but learn the why and figure out an action plan
  • One paradigm does not fit all
  • Death is a fixed number. Our choices subtract from the number
  • How do you respond to _________? What are your emotional management tools? 
  • How do you foster: self-esteem, self-confidence and self-respect?


Resources

NwJ's Episode with Dr. Robert Cywes

Changing for Good, Prachaska

Dr. Robert Cywes Office

Dr. Robert Cywes Instagram

Dr. Robert Cywest YouTube

Dr. Robert Cywes Facebook


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