How to Rewire Your Brain to Stop Craving Junk Food Dopamine Hits, with Dr. Glenn Livingston
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In this conversation with psychologist Glenn Livingston, he shares how cravings can actually be a sign of a healthy brain rather than a sickness. He provides practical strategies for defeating cravings through specific food rules, redirecting fantasy about junk foods, and focusing on non-scale victories like freedom from obsession. Glenn emphasizes self-acceptance while still pursuing a healthy weight, starting with one simple change instead of dramatic overhauls. He advises not letting shame drive weight loss efforts.
Topics Discussed:
- Understanding cravings as a sign of a "healthy" brain
- The food industry manipulating cravings
- Making specific personalized food rules
- Redirecting fantasies about junk food
- Focusing on non-scale victories
- Self-acceptance while pursuing healthy weight
- Starting with one simple change
- Not letting shame drive weight loss
- Responding skillfully to emotional eating triggers
- Building self-mastery and mindful habits
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