Cravings, Hunger and Why Willpower Isn’t the Problem

About this episode

Mia Harris discusses the nature of cravings and hunger, emphasizing that willpower is not the issue and offering strategies for balance and mindfulness.

Ever feel like your willpower disappears every afternoon? You’re not broken, your body is just trying to tell you something. In this episode, Mia breaks down what cravings really mean, how to calm them from the inside out and why balance (not restriction) is the key to feeling in control again. In this episode, we cover: Why cravings are communication, not a lack of discipline How stress, skipped meals, and dieting impact hunger hormones What common cravings like chocolate or salt actually mean Why cravings often change through your menstrual cycle How restriction and willpower can backfire Simple strategies to reduce cravings naturally through balanced meals The emotional side of cravings and how to handle them mindfully How to work with your biology instead of fighting it Links: Blood Sugar Balancing Guide 3 Day Meal Plan

People in this episode

Host: Mia Harris

Topics covered

• cravings
• hunger
• willpower
• hormones
• menstrual cycle
• balanced meals
• mindfulness

Keywords

• cravings
• hunger hormones
• dieting
• menstrual cycle
• balanced meals
• mindfulness
• stress
• emotional eating

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