Posts by Susan Weiss Berry
In Hard Times, Kindness and Comfort…Foods…
“…It is the time to pause, reflect and bring wisdom, courage and care to ourselves and those around us. We human beings have survived for a thousand generations, helping one another and inspiring each other. We know how to do this. Instead of getting caught in collective fear and anxiety, we can remember to …
Read MoreTHIS—makes Eating & Everything So Much Easier
I’ve spent the last few months wrapped in the quiet of winter. Intentionally stepping away from the circus of distractions– and focusing inward. I needed a break. Something had seemed off since the holidays. Too often I felt irritable, unfocused. When I acknowledged the feelings, sat with them, named them, I realized… My…
Read MoreOn Trust, freedom, passion, fear…and ru living or longing?
How do you want to feel? I ask this question of clients early in our work together. Most often I hear: I want to trust myself. I want to feel, FREE. Yes, we want that! So why is self-trust so challenging for us? In the same way we restrict with food, we often…
Read MoreEat the pie, name the feeling, keep it simple, and I’ve never done…
Yup…the holidays are coming. My clients tell me they’re feeling equal parts worry (food, family, stress) and excitement (food, family, rituals). So, here’s what I’ve been thinking: Thanksgiving is just another day. The fact that this particular Thursday in Nov. is a holiday, does not change the fact that–just like on every other day–you know…
Read MoreWhen feeling guilty is a good thing
I can’t believe it’s almost September! I love the fall, the cool weather, the energy. Fall is always a busy season. Back to school, back to caring for so many people, and so many things. So, it’s a good time of year to re-set boundaries. To listen to your deepest needs. To move forward with kindness and compassion,…
Read MoreBreak-up With Your Food Rules…
This listening to ourselves, to our knowing, our wisdom, is important in every part of our lives. When it comes to eating, it means tuning out external fads, fears and misinformation, and letting our brilliant bodies lead. Fearless Steps–Break-up With Your Food Rules Yes, I hear you gulping! And I get it. I…
Read MoreCome spend an afternoon painting with me!
Come spend an afternoon painting with me! Step away from your daily chores and routines, from those snarky internal monologues, stresses and to-do lists, and step into a safe and supportive retreat of play, freedom, nourishment & self-care. We will explore how letting go of (food) rules and fears can open the doors to more…
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