71 – Getting Skinny with guest Diana Spechler, part 2
(duration 23:53)
This is part two of our two-part interview with author Diana Spechler, author of Skinny, her latest novel. We pick up our discussion regarding body image issues, particularly being dissociated from certain feelings and disconnected from the process of binging. Increasing your awareness is a necessary but not sufficient condition for moderating your eating. Having nutritional knowledge is vital, as is motivation to treat your body as your temple. We also discuss some letters “To fat people” in the book. Becoming comfortable with being overweight yet being advised to exercise more and eat the same foods that made you overweight (just smaller portions) indeed reflect our confusing food culture. Secreting less insulin by eating fewer grams of carbs daily enables your fat stores to be metabolized. Hunger and desire oftentimes pose motivation challenges, in which issues of control and self-control arise.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
Diana Spechler’s website:
http://dianaspechler.com (where you can order her latest novel Skinny)
Diana’s other site, for anonymous confessions:
http://bodyconfession.com/
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70 – Getting Skinny with guest Diana Spechler, part 1
(duration 27:57)
This is part one of our two-part interview with author Diana Spechler, author of Skinny, her latest novel. We begin by discussing the nature of body image issues. As we noted a couple shows ago, various psychological patterns can be found on bodyconfession.com, one of Diana’s sites. Mental inertia can be self-sabotaging, of course, so self-acceptance (owning various disowned parts of yourself) is key to understanding where you are and getting to where you want to be. Intergenerational transfer of eating patterns from parents (and extended family) to children is common, and one solution is to stock your shelves with healthy choices. “Fat camps” seem to be quick fixes and typically offer programs that are based on calorie-counting rather than a healthy mental perspective on foods and taking into account the insulin factor in weight gain/loss. Articulating and understanding our emotions is another key to developing a healthy self-concept and beneficial eating habits.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
Diana Spechler’s website: http://dianaspechler.com (where you can order her latest novel Skinny)
Diana’s other site, for anonymous confessions: http://bodyconfession.com/
a helpful language to learn…Nonviolent communication: a language of life By Marshall B. Rosenberg
http://bit.ly/kqnsYo (google books)
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory
a helpful and comprehensive psychotherapeutic workbook: The Art Of Self-Discovery
http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21_23&products_id=38
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69 – Sex for health and fitness
(duration 19:30)
In this episode we explore the topic of sex, specifically its health benefits, both physically and mentally. Hormones such as oxytocin and DHEA are fostered in the process. Immune and longevity benefits are also noted. It’s important that sex be integrated with the mental side of things for optimal benefits to be derived. Sharing your sexuality with someone you value can bring about the fulfillment of other needs, such as romantic love. Thus, psychological visibility (reflecting your values) becomes a main factor in seeing sex as spectacular and an important component of the happiness of which you are worthy. Sex can evoke powerful emotions, of course, which can result in cultural mores proscribing and prohibiting its expression (and even discussion), which doesn’t help kids understand and develop a healthy view of human sexuality. Going low-carb/Paleo may augment your sex drive, as will fitness/strength training.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
69 DUDES! ;)
http://youtu.be/zYWT4uYOPvs
Sex Your Way to Better Health: A Dozen Reasons Why You Should Have Sex Tonight by Yvonne K. Fulbright
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,317189,00.html
http://paleohacks.com/questions/654/paleo-diet-lifestyle-and-sex-drive#axzz1JjNi7uNQ
The Psychology of Romantic Love
http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=21_24&products_id=45
Books On Love & Relationships
http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=21_24
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68 – Body image issues
(duration 26:17)
In this show we discuss various psychological patterns in body image issues found on bodyconfession.com, a new site by Diana Spechler, whom we’ll be interviewing in a few weeks about her upcoming novel. Body image is affected adversely by comparison contests in your mind. Self-acceptance–i.e., owning those disowned parts of yourself–is key, as is correct nutritional and fitness information. For instance, cravings for sweets can be dealt with by eating a piece of dark chocolate or healthy fruit and even adding stevia, rather than eating cupcakes (or name your high-carb poison). To cultivate trust in being able to treat your body well is to also honor your self-worth, actualizing your potential as an expressive, joyful, and playful person. Also, if you examine your feelings as stemming from unmet needs, you can devise life-enriching strategies to get all your needs met. Ultimately, “Nothing tastes as good as feeling good about yourself.” :)
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Items mentioned in this episode:
http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/05/28-the-practice-of-self-acceptance/
Nonviolent communication: a language of life By Marshall B. Rosenberg
http://books.google.com/books?id=nY4tDDO93E8C&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_atb#v=onepage&q&f=false
http://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Marshall-Rosenberg/dp/1892005034/
The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory
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67 – Low-carb taubes in the land of dr oz
(duration 32:21)
In this episode we explore the nature of the interview with Gary Taubes on The Dr. Oz show, set up on account of Taubes’ latest book, Why We Get Fat: And What to Do About It. While Dr. Oz tends to promote the mainstream dogma about diet and exercise, Taubes was able to provide the evidence-based viewpoint that he writes about in his informative books and articles. Ultimately, being invested in the nutritional status quo can foster straw-man arguments that keep one locked in a position that’s not so life-enriching. Making health and fitness changes need not be a threat to one’s self-worth, but rather a new opportunity for self-growth and for helping others.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
A hilarious potential cooking show…
http://www.funnyordie.com/videos/bfb12aea47/charlie-sheen-s-winning-recipes
Gary Taubes debriefs with Jimmy Moore about his experience on The Dr. Oz show…
http://www.thelivinlowcarbshow.com/shownotes/3844/taubes-vs-oz-special-and-ben-hewitt-interview-episode-456/
Gary Taubes’ appearance on The Dr. Oz show
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/man-who-thinks-everything-dr-oz-says-wrong-pt-1
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/man-who-thinks-everything-dr-oz-says-wrong-pt-2
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/man-who-thinks-everything-dr-oz-says-wrong-pt-3
http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/web-exclusive-dr-oz-and-gary-taubes-debate-exercise
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honey_Nut_Cheerios#Health_appeal
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66 – Weight loss behaviors and mindset
(duration 24:12)
This show we start out with a discussion of natural movement from my recent hiking experiences, and then we delve into an article by SciAm about behaviors that do and don’t contribute to weight loss. It’s important to find foods that are tasty substitutes for the not-so-healthy foods we typically grew up eating; that way, counterproductive “cheat days” become less attractive. As far as making your healthy changes stick, getting support from others can be helpful, yet the task of developing more inner awareness is always an individual affair. And this entails resolving emotional conflicts and aligning your present behaviors with your long-term goals. Once again, optimal health is achieved through the mind/body integration process.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
Behavioral Approaches to Weight Loss – Take our obesity poll
http://www.scientificamerican.com/article.cfm?id=obesity-poll&WT.mc_id=SA_CAT_MB_20110119
Meet the Caveman Dieters – Inside the World of Paleo Diets and Caveman Work-Outs
http://abcnews.go.com/Health/paleo-diet-meet-caveman-dieters/story?id=13030483
The deleterious effects of chronic video game playing…
http://www.southparkstudios.com/full-episodes/s10e08-make-love-not-warcraft
Once a Villain, Coconut Oil Charms the Health Food World by Melissa Clark
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/02/dining/02Appe.html?_r=2&emc=eta1&pagewanted=all
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65 – Promoting change from within
(duration 24:05)
In this show we discuss some of my new experiences in the Land Down Under and then touch on the six pillars of self-esteem by psychologist Nathaniel Branden. We address some of the six pillars, particularly in relation to a listener’s email, which shares her healthy mind fit body experiences amidst a culture that is not so inclined to health and fitness. Ultimately, the best way to inspire others is to present an example of optimal functioning to others and thus pique their interest about the process of achieving a healthy mind and fit body.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
next best thing to a flock of cockatoos… ;)
Dumb and Dumber Most annoying sound in the world & Mocking
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CrbKn5boVPA
Nonviolent communication: a language of life By Marshall B. Rosenberg
http://books.google.com/books?id=nY4tDDO93E8C&printsec=frontcover&source=gbs_atb#v=onepage&q&f=false
http://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Marshall-Rosenberg/dp/1892005034/
The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory
be sure to check out our past series on the six pillars of self-esteem…
http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/03/28/episode-27-the-practice-of-living-consciously/
http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/05/28-the-practice-of-self-acceptance/
http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/13/29-the-practice-of-self-responsibility/
http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/04/27/30-the-practice-of-self-assertiveness/
http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/05/06/31-the-practice-of-living-purposefully/
http://healthymindfitbody.com/2010/05/13/32-the-practice-of-personal-integrity/
Lifestyle More Important Than Genes to Natural Longevity
http://www.fightaging.org/archives/2011/02/lifestyle-more-important-than-genes-to-natural-longevity.php
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64 – HCG diet facts and fictions
(duration 29:18)
In this show we discuss the nature of the HCG diet, why it’s a fad and what the scientific research says. Rather than going the quick-fix route, which in this case entails eating only 500 calories a day, go for what’s really healthy for you in the long term. You can’t go wrong with Paleo (no grains, legumes, and dairy), but any significant reduction in carb consumption (and corresponding increase in fat consumption) will have positive effects on fat loss and your blood readings. What’s beneficial for you (not excess carbs) should be in line with your long term values of health, vitality, and longevity.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
Don’t skimp on vitamin D…
Sunlight and vitamin D for bone health and prevention of autoimmune diseases, cancers, and cardiovascular disease
http://www.ajcn.org/content/80/6/1678S.long
Retail HCG diet drugs are frauds, FDA warns
http://www.azcentral.com/arizonarepublic/news/articles/2011/01/26/20110126fda-warnings-about-diet-drugs.html
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Human_chorionic_gonadotropin
8 reasons carbs help you lose weight
http://shine.yahoo.com/channel/health/8-reasons-carbs-help-you-lose-weight-2442968/
The Top 10 Health Podcasts Every Low-Carber Should Be Listening To by Jimmy Moore
http://livinlavidalowcarb.com/blog/the-top-10-health-podcasts-every-low-carber-should-be-listening-to
Some places for relatively inexpensive online ordering of blood tests…
http://directlabs.com/
http://medlabusa.com/
http://personalabs.com/
http://privatemdlabs.com/
http://healthcheckusa.com/
https://results-direct.com/
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63 – Sowing the seeds of your own health success
(duration 28:59)
We address the psychological topic of dealing with mental and behavioral changes, especially in relation to those who don’t want to give up their favorite comfort foods, which are typically some form of unhealthy carbs. We explore our newsletter post covering this topic, as well as a listener’s response to it, who relates her stories about dealing with the unhealthy eating habits of her patients and co-workers at a hospital. We read some choice quotes from a motivational book titled As A Man Thinketh by James Allen, which was written over a hundred years ago. Become a “master gardener” of your own mind; understand your own power to change your life course and make firm commitments to lifestyle changes. Also, it’s extremely helpful to compassionately connect with feelings and needs in relation to making changes. For instance, when someone is feeling fearful or reticent or dismissive of a healthy message, acknowledge those feelings and understand various unmet needs that might give rise to them, via nonviolent communication. This will tend to dissolve antagonism and place the focus on what truly matters, which is adopting life-enriching strategies to get one’s needs met.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/As_a_Man_Thinketh
Instructions for Sentence Completion Programs
http://www.nathanielbranden.com/catalog/articles_essays/instructions.html
Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life by Marshall B. Rosenberg
http://bit.ly/gwJa4h (google books)
The vocabulary of nonviolent communication
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/needs-inventory
http://www.cnvc.org/Training/feelings-inventory
The Basics of Non Violent Communication 1.1 (extended workshop)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-129JLTjkQ
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62 – Everyday Paleo with guest Sarah Fragoso
(duration 40:14)
In this show we explore the facets of Sarah’s transition to Paleo nutrition, her upcoming book, and her focus on health and fitness while maintaining a busy lifestyle and family with three boys. Motivation is key, especially determining what you’re going for (or what you’re chasing), putting your goals into perspective; just showing up for a workout may be a good goal initially. And, for those concerned with getting the family on board with Paleo foods, with the various Paleo recipes that Sarah presents, kids will leave very few left-overs! It’s vital to keep your priorities in line to ensure a happy life as well as practicing honesty with yourself and others. Also, restaurant eating can be done selectively, though not recommended for everyday healthy eating. Btw, the ultimate Paleo kitchen instrument is the pressure cooker! Don’t forget that you can choose from myriad herbs and spices for your tasty dishes.
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Items mentioned in this episode:
Sarah Fragoso’s site
http://everydaypaleo.com/
Pre-order Sarah’s book Everyday Paleo: Embracing a Natural Diet & Lifestyle to Increase Your Family’s Health, Fitness, and Longevity
http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/11/30/everyday-paleo-book-is-ready-for-pre-order/
http://search.barnesandnoble.com/Everyday-Paleo/Sarah-Fragoso/e/9780982565810
http://www.amazon.com/Everyday-Paleo-Sarah-Fragoso/dp/098256581X
http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/12/14/what-are-you-chasing-and-of-course-a-recipe/
Andy Deas exploring aspects of crossfit training…
http://chasingcapacity.com/category/crossfit/love-hate-series/
Check out Sarah’s video demos down the page…
http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/11/15/thanksgiving-recipes-and-everyday-paleo-pumpkin-pie-cooking-demo/
http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/10/19/cooking-demo-paleo-tacos-with-purple-cabbage-slaw/
http://everydaypaleo.com/2010/09/07/cooking-demo-breakfast-paleo-pizza/
Hopefully you have a Trader Joes near you…
http://everydaypaleo.com/2009/12/21/paying-homage-to-trader-joes-salsa-verde/
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