Why would I be interested in someone's eating behaviors when they came to talk about money?

Or why would I ask you about your spending habits if you came to me for coaching on how to sleep better or overcome overeating?

Because food and money issues are often interrelated.

Today, I’m sharing some coaching observations about food and money, specifically how limiting the consumption of one can lead us to overconsume the other.

But, with that greater awareness, we can undo the habits we might be engaging in mindlessly that keep us from feeling better and more in control of our lives.

Key Points:

1. Introduction:
   • Overview of the episode's theme: the connection between food consumption and spending habits.
   • Why understanding this connection is crucial for overall well-being.
2. The Connection Between Food and Money:
   • How food and money serve as common coping mechanisms for emotional distress.
   • Examples of how deprivation in one area can lead to overindulgence in another.
   • The concept that "the way we do one thing is the way we do everything."
3. Personal Observations and Experiences:
   • A personal story from my early 20s about dieting and shopping sprees.
   • These habits led to a cycle of temporary satisfaction followed by regret and financial stress.
4. Common Patterns in Clients:
   • Examples of clients delaying coaching programs to indulge in food or shopping.
   • The impact of future deprivation fears on current behavior.
5. Breaking the Cycle:
   • Why strict diets and budgets are often ineffective.
   • How success can feel temporary and lead to self-sabotage.
   • Techniques for developing mindfulness and self-awareness to manage thoughts and emotions.
6. Practical Tips:
   • It is important to ask "What am I hungry for?" before eating or shopping.
   • How mindfulness practices can help identify emotional needs and reduce impulsive behaviors.

Strict diets don’t work.

Strict budgets don’t either.

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Today, we dive into the topic of compromise versus quitting and how to make the best choice for yourself, and includes:

Understanding the Difference Between Compromise and Quitting

Assessing Your Values and Priorities

Gathering the data

Creating Space for Clarity

Step-by-Step Process for Making Decisions

Embracing Growth and Self-Compassion

As a bonus, I created a free handout that aligns with this episode to help you avoid rushing to a decision. You can find the downloadable handout at summermorris.com/11

Let's tackle a common challenge many of us face at work—dealing with customers or bosses who do not honor our boundaries around personal time. Though it can be difficult to navigate this situation, with the right approach, you can advocate for yourself while maintaining a positive professional relationship.

I'll explain the CTFAR self-coaching tool, how to use it, and the three questions that can help you regain your personal time with grace.

There's a free bonus handout that aligns with this episode at summermorris.com/10

Be sure to check out Episode 8 because it covers CTFAR and the three questions in greater detail. You can find episode 8 at summermorris.com/8