Embracing You

Fostering a Healthy Relationship with Food

Have you ever wondered if you have an unhealthy relationship with food?In this episode, I have a conversation with registered dietitian, Kate Regan, about the habits and thoughts that may tell you that you have an unhealthy relationship with food. 
Throughout the episode, Kate shares her wisdom on how to begin to heal and foster a healthier relationship with food. She equips listeners with a variety of skills and tools to utilize on their own journey. 
We also chat about the importance of becoming more embodied through a somatic lens and how the healing happens when we can begin to trust both our body and our minds. 
About Kate Regan:  
Kate Regan is a registered dietitian, content creator and founder of Wholesome Chick Nutrition, a virtual group private practice based in Philadelphia. Her team utilizes a non-diet approach to help their clients ditch dieting and disordered eating for good so they can live a life of food freedom + body acceptance. They help humans around the world learn to eat for their health without dieting and reconnect with their bodies so that they feel like they are on the same team as their body, rather than fighting against it. Find us on Instagram or TikTok @wholesomechicknutrition or our website www.wholesomechicknutrition.com. 
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Discomfort is Growth: Tori's Recovery Story

Episode 28: Discomfort is Growth: Tori’s Recovery StoryIn this episode of the “Embracing You” podcast, Eric sits down with Tori as she shares her story of what her recovery journey has looked like. In this interview, Tori opens up about the reality of being in recovery from her eating disorder. Eric and Tori talk about the concept of learning to challenge the Eating Disorder voice and the power of sitting in the grey area. Most importantly, they talk about the importance of how sitting in discomfort and not feeding into the ED voice helps us grow stronger in our recovery journey. Eric and Tori also chat about the role of vulnerability in the recovery process and how tapping into it can allow us to heal at a deeper level. Please rate, review, and follow this podcast on whichever platform you listen to.Tori’s Instagram: @growithtoriFollow Eric on Instagram for more content and podcast updates!Personal: @epothen

From Shyness to Confidence: Rachel’s Eating Disorder Story

Episode 27: From Shyness to Confidence: Rachel’s Eating Disorder Story
In this episode of the “Embracing You” podcast, Eric sits down with Rachel Zimmerman as she shares her story of living with an eating disorder and what the road to recovery looked like for her. 
In this interview, Rachel opens up about her struggles living with an eating disorder and sheds light to many commonalities amongst those who struggle with an eating disorder, including the need to be in control. Through Rachel’s vulnerability, she lets others know that it’s okay to struggle and that things will get better. Rachel hopes that by engaging in more conversations like this will help eliminate some of the stigma associated with living with an eating disorder or struggling with body image and/or food. 
In their conversation, they discuss the importance of owning your story and finding strength in the process of living with an eating disorder and entering into the space of recovery. 
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Living Life in the Gray Area

Episode 26: Living Life in the Gray AreaIn this episode of "Embracing You," Eric reflects on what life has looked like for him after leaving the classroom: living life in the gray area. He talks about what mhis experience was like living in this space and what he has learned in this time full of transition and new beginnings. He addresses the concept of meeting ourselves of where we are at and learning to flow with life’s challenges instead of resisting. Please rate, review, and follow this podcast on whichever platform you listen to.

Men Can Struggle, Too

In this episode of the “Embracing You” podcast, Eric sits down with Marcus Kain to break down the walls that men can also struggle with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image. In this candid and raw interview, Marcus opens up about his own journey with an eating disorder and shares words of encouragement to other men who are currently struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image. Through his vulnerability, he sheds light on the often overlooked issue of men grappling with eating disorders and disordered eating, breaking the stigma and silence surrounding this important topic.Throughout the episode, they also have a conversation about this generation of health and fitness coaches and talk about the work that needs to be done in this space. In our conversation, we discuss the importance of embracing the body that you have and realize that that body is enough. And deserves love. Each and everyday. Follow Marcus on Instagram: @mkaincoachingPodcast: Strong Not StarvingFollow Eric on Instagram for more content and podcast updates!Personal: @epothenEmbrace Wear: @embracewearco

Justin’s Story & Body Ideals in the Gay Community

In this episode of the “Embracing You” podcast, Eric sits down with Justin Cohenour to delve into his courageous journey with disordered eating and body image within the gay community.In this intimate interview, Justin opens up about his personal struggles, sharing the challenges he faced and the emotional toll of striving to meet unrealistic body ideals. Through his vulnerability, he sheds light on the often overlooked issue of men grappling with eating disorders and disordered eating, breaking the stigma and silence surrounding this important topic.Throughout the episode, we explore Justin's path to recovery, gaining insight into the resilience and strength he found along the way. His story serves as a beacon of hope for others who may be navigating similar struggles, emphasizing that it's essential to acknowledge and embrace one's journey, even when it feels overwhelming.In our conversation, we discuss the impact of societal expectations on body image and how these pressures manifest within the gay community. Justin offers a unique perspective on the complexities of body ideals specific to this community.Follow Eric on Instagram for more content and podcast updates!Personal: @epothenEmbrace Wear: @embracewearco

Parenting a Child with an Eating Disorder

Episode 23: Parenting a Child with an Eating DisorderIn this episode, Eric chats with Amy, a parent who has a child that has an eating disorder. Amy vulnerably shares her experience of parenting her son through having an eating disorder. She talks about warning signs, how she got her son the help he needed, and his road to recovery. Amy beautifully shares her story to help other families feel less alone. Follow Eric on Instagram for more content and podcast updates!Personal: @epothenEmbrace Wear: @embracewearco

Following Your Heart: A Life Update

Episode 22: Following Your Heart: A Life UpdateDo you listen to your heart when it speaks to you?In this episode of "Embracing You," Eric reflects on his recent decision to follow his heart and leave teaching after the school year. He talks about the journey that led him to making this decision and about the skills he’s acquired that have given him the confidence to take this leap of faith. He spends some time reflecting on my time in the classroom and shines some light on what current educators have been going through the past couple of years in school. In this episode, he also talks about why it’s important to follow your heart. Please rate, review, and follow this podcast on whichever platform you listen to.

Becoming More Embodied Through Emotional Awareness

Episode 21: Becoming More Embodied Through Emotional AwarenessWhen was the last time you allowed yourself to fully feel an emotion?In this episode of "Embracing You," Eric reflects on his journey of living a more embodied life by allowing himself to fully experience and feel emotions as they come up. He talks about what it means to be embodied and leads you through some guided exercises to help you pause and feel. Because when we can allow our emotions to be heard, we can live life more authentic to who we are in the present moment.
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Finding Freedom from Food and Fitness with Allison Mosso

Episode 20: Finding Freedom from Food and Fitness
In this episode, Eric chats with intuitive eating counselor, anti-diet trainer, and corporate wellness speaker, Allison Mosso about finding freedom from food and fitness. In this episode, they talk about how to tune out diet culture and define what food freedom is and what it looks like. We also spend time talking about uncovering some of our limiting beliefs when it comes to food and fitness. Allison encourages listeners that it’s okay to be wherever you are at on your journey with your body and know that you are much more than your body. 
About Allison:Allison Mosso is the owner of Mosso Nutrition and Fitness, works as a nutrition counselor, corporate mental health speaker, and personal trainer. She specializes in a non-diet approach, making wellness inclusive and enjoyable. When she's not working she loves hiking with her rescue pup, watching Ted Lasso, and attempting sand volleyball in the summer and snowboarding in the winter.
Follow Allison on Instagram @allison_mosso and at www.mossonutritionandfitness.com 
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