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How You Label "Treats" Shapes Your Relationship With Food
Ever said, “I was bad—I had cake,” or called a burger your “cheat meal”? You’re not alone. The language we use around treats might seem...
Shelby Payne
Jul 132 min read


Why You Crave What You Crave: How Sensory Triggers & Emotions Impact Food Choices
Ever wonder why you suddenly crave chips after seeing a commercial, or feel the pull of childhood comfort when you smell fresh-baked...
Shelby Payne
Jul 135 min read


Why Intentional Exercise Beats Just ‘Being Active’
You go for walks, chase your kids, clean the house, maybe even hit 10,000 steps—so why intentional exercise ? Isn’t being active enough?...
Shelby Payne
Jul 113 min read


Why Diet Culture Has Failed Us (And What Actually Works)
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of dieting, bingeing, or obsessing over every calorie, you’re not alone. Diet culture — the endless...
Shelby Payne
Jul 82 min read
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