Empowering Dietitians
180 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago -Being a dietitian is hard, and the learning curve for all of the things no one teaches us in school is steep. Join me each week for laid back, no-nonsense conversations and interviews about topics like intuitive eating, confidence, burnout, imposter syndrome, and so much more.
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[079] Are You a "Fixer" Dietitian?
February 27, 2022 12:00 - 44 minutes - 41 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast reflects this month on the topic of "being with" discomfort rather than jumping right into fixing mode. She discusses how dietitians are trained to be fixers by the profession and society, the consequences of gravitating toward fixing, and how to shift into a different state of mind for improved fulfillment as a dietitian. If you liked this episode, you may also like: -Episode 8, A Conversation About ...
[078] Addressing Animosity Amongst Colleagues
February 20, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes - 45 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast, addresses a listener question about ethics, and how we treat one another as dietitians. In this episode she discusses ethical market research, how to form a strong ethical identity, WHY so many dietitians experience conflicts with one another...and what we can do about it. If you're ready to embrace abundance and collaboration, this one's for you. If you liked this episode, you may also like: -Episod...
[077] Embracing Abundance & Messiness with Madeline Lasell, MPH RD LD CDCES
February 13, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast, is joined in today's episode by Madeline Lasell, a dietitian and former Empowering Dietitians client, who shares her journey bringing her work into better alignment with her values over the past year, how she's come to embrace abundance over scarcity, and the process it took for her to gain clarity and confidence in her future vision as a dietitian. You can connect with Maddy on Instagram @cooking.in....
[076] Rejecting the Hustle Mentality
February 06, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast, chats today about the first principle of her 10 step framework for Intuitive Living for Dietitians. Listen in as she discusses the gap in support for dietitians that currently exists, the importance of teaching professional develop using cyclical frameworks, and what the hustle mentality has to do with your struggles as a dietitian. Stay tuned for Part 2 next month where she reveals and reviews the rem...
[075] The Antidote to Hustle Culture
January 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast, reflects on hustle culture and the mentality it tends to ingrain in us, and how we can lean into the ebbs and flow of energy to slow down, feel less stressed, and cultivate more fulfillment in our lives as dietitians. If you liked this episode, you may also like: -Episode 36, When to Push vs When to Rest as a Dietitian: https://empoweringdietitians.com/podcast/036-push-vs-rest -Episode 57, Stress...
[075] January Reflections: The Antidote to Hustle Culture
January 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast, reflects on hustle culture and the mentality it tends to ingrain in us, and how we can lean into the ebbs and flow of energy to slow down, feel less stressed, and cultivate more fulfillment in our lives as dietitians. If you liked this episode, you may also like: -Episode 36, When to Push vs When to Rest as a Dietitian: https://empoweringdietitians.com/podcast/036-push-vs-rest -Episode 57, Stress...
[074] On Core Beliefs & Confidence with Dr. Lara Zibarras, PhD, CPsychol
January 23, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast, is joined in today's episode by Dr. Lara Zibarras, a UK-based psychologist and food freedom coach. Together, they discuss the concept of core beliefs -- what they are, and how they relate not only to our work with clients but also to the inner work we do with ourselves. If you liked this episode, you may also like: -Episode 5, Cultivating Curiosity with Evelyn Tribole, MS, RDN, CEDRD-S https://emp...
[073] Could You Be Burnt Out...And Not Even Know It?
January 16, 2022 12:00 - 35 minutes - 33.1 MBJess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor and host of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast, discusses one of the foundational pieces of burnout for dietitians: how to identify it in the first place. In this episode, you'll learn the top warning signs of burnout, how it progresses, and what you can be doing now to course-correct no matter how far down the burnout path you've already gotten. If you liked this episode, you may also like: -Episode 50, 5 Time-Based Reasons You're Burnt Out ...
[072] From Frazzled to Focused: How Supervision Helped Empower Amanda Mittman, MS RDN LDN
January 09, 2022 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn this episode, I'm joined by one of my current dietitian clients, Amanda Mittman. Together, we talk through Amanda's journey over the past year from feeling completely stuck in place, burnt out from grad school and pulled in a dozen different directions…to hiring her first dietitian employee, feeling focused and grounded, and working in alignment with her deeper purpose. You can connect with Amanda at @happyvalleynutrition on Instagram, or by emailing her at [email protected]...
[071] Ready or Not, Here's 2022: How to Goal Plan When You're Tapped Out
January 02, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 51.6 MBJoin Jess Serdikoff Romola, dietitian supervisor, for the first episode of season 3 of The Empowering Dietitians Podcast! In this episode, she discusses different types and approaches to goal planning, how to choose the right approach based on how your unique brain works, some tips on how to feel more CONFIDENT working toward your goals this year…and of course, a sneak peek into some of the goals she'll be focusing on through Empowering Dietitians for 2022. If you liked this episode, you ma...
[070] Life Isn't a Highlight Reel - November Reflections
November 28, 2021 12:00 - 40 minutes - 37.9 MBThis month, I launched a new program -- and it did not exactly go as planned. In today's episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing a really raw, honest look at how I took it. (Spoiler alert: not well.) I talk about what specific factors led to some extra susceptibility to imposter thoughts and a heightened emotional response, how I recovered, and what I'm doing to feel confident moving forward. If you can relate to this story, know that confidence is possible! Get started with my fre...
[069] Finding Career Direction with Allie Aron, RD
November 21, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Allison Aron, a dietitian and current Empowering Dietitians client. We chat about her experience in supervision (spoiler: I'm not her first supervisor!), the types of topics and issues we addressed specific to her being new to private practice, her advice for other dietitians listening who are feeling a little lost or directionless themselves. To connect with Allie, you can email her at [email protected]. And if you resonated with what ...
[068] Questioning Your Decision to Become a Dietitian?
November 14, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBIn this episode, I'm chatting about the recent surge in the number of dietitians questioning their decision to go into this field, and the number of students being told by seasoned dietitians to choose another path. We are collectively feeling fed up: underpaid, undervalued, and full of doubt. I'm sharing my insights on why this is happening, and walking you through the process I use with dietitians in my supervision program to help you gain clarity and confidence on the right path forward t...
[067] Facing Fear with Anafer Barrera, MPH RD
November 07, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBIn this episode, I'm chatting with Empowering Dietitians client, Anafer Barrera. Anafer is a multipassionate dietitian who has been working in both clinical and private practice for the past year. In this episode, we discuss...what being a dietitian means to her, why she believes that all dietitians can benefit from coaching/supervision, and her top 2 pieces of advice. To connect with Anafer, follow her on Instagram @foodwithanafer. And if you could relate to Anafer's journey and are looking...
[066] Lessons Learned on the Road
October 31, 2021 11:00 - 56 minutes - 52.7 MBAfter taking a month-long, cross-country road trip for my honeymoon with Justin, I'm back with - of course - some reflections, and a few stories for good measure. In this episode, listen in as I share all that I learned or was reminded of while we traveled from coast to coast -- from plans falling through, to keeping my Type A personality in check, to facing some fears...it's all here, in this special edition episode! Love the messages you hear on this podcast? This is your LAST WEEK to sign...
[065] The Intersection of Imposter Feelings & Burnout
October 24, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 21.2 MBIn this episode, I discuss...why I no longer refer to imposter feelings as a "syndrome;" why so many dietitians are experiencing imposter feelings in the first place; and how imposter feelings contribute to burnout amongst dietitians. If you're experiencing burnout as a dietitian, or you're desperate to avoid it, join me for a FREE 3-day workshop on ending burnout & imposter feelings, November 9th - 11th! Learn more and register at www.empoweringdietititans.com/november21event.
[064] Imperfect Action & A Big Announcement!
October 17, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.9 MBI'm back from my honeymoon break, and doing what I know best: a tell-all about all of the mistakes I make and imperfect action I take, to normalize it for all of us. In this episode, I'm telling you all about my brand new group program launching in November, and how I've taken every mistake I've made and everything I've learned over the past 2+ years working with dietitians 1:1, to bring you a whole new level of support to help you recover from or avoid burnout, rediscover your passion as a ...
[063] My Secret to Ending Dietitian Isolation [ARCHIVE EPISODE]
October 10, 2021 11:00 - 30 minutes - 28.6 MBIt's the last episode of my archive series! While I'm away on my honeymoon, I've been re-airing some of my most valuable episodes from the archive, and this week is the last one before new episodes resume. In this episode, which originally aired November 22nd 2020, I discuss some of the biggest deficits in our profession and how supervision seeks to address them, including...giving you a safe space to process stressful work encounters, helping you close the gap between your current knowledge...
[062] Thoughts on Confidence with Danielle Bublitz, MS RD [ARCHIVE EPISODE]
October 03, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBI've been unplugging, and road tripping across the country for the past few weeks, and re-sharing some of my most valuable episodes from the archive while I'm away. This week, I'm re-sharing another more recent episode from July 2021. In this episode, I'm chatting with Empowering Dietitians Client, Danielle Bublitz. Danielle is a dietitian working in private practice, specializing in eating disorders through an Intuitive Eating and weight-inclusive lens. In this episode, we discuss...how Dan...
[061] 5 Time-Based Reasons You're Burnt Out [ARCHIVE EPISODE]
September 26, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBIn week 3 of my archive series, where I'm re-sharing some of my most valuable episodes from the archive while I unplug on a honeymoon road trip across the country, I'm throwing it back to an episode from not that long ago. This episode, which originally aired July 11th 2021, is all about...how society (overall, and within dietetics specifically) has set us up to feel stressed about time...the consequences of letting ourselves get too busy and overwhelmed...and 5 of the most common ways time ...
[060] How to Stop Dietitian Burnout In Its Tracks [ARCHIVE EPISODE]
September 19, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 25.1 MBI'm currently road tripping across the country and getting some much needed unplugged time in, I'm re-sharing some of my most valuable episodes from the archive. In this episode, originally from October 4th 2020, I discuss....the warning signs of burnout, so you can catch it early; how dietitians can feel super committed to self care AND STILL at risk for burnout; and concrete steps you can take RIGHT NOW to stop burnout in its tracks. If new content is what you're in the mood for, or you si...
[059] Making Mistakes & My Messy Dietitian Journey [ARCHIVE EPISODE]
September 12, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 23.8 MBI just got married! And so while I unplug for a honeymoon road trip across the country, I'm re-sharing some of my most valuable episodes from my archive. In this episode, originally aired August 23rd 2020, I discuss...how lost I felt as an RD for most of my 20s, how to embrace uncertainty, unexpected pivots, and "dead ends" in our careers and lives, and my top tips for overcoming the fear of making a mistake so that you can confidently find your path as a dietitian. For more inspiration and ...
[058] Building Confidence Through Professional Values
September 05, 2021 11:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this episode, I share my own business values and use them to discuss...why I'm adamant about NOT being the only, or the biggest, expert in the room...how I use ethics to guide tough professional decisions...and how I have learned to embrace who I am wholeheartedly as a dietitian, and as a person. Oh, and how I'm committed to helping other dietitians embrace who THEY are authentically, too! This is also my LAST new episode before my wedding and honeymoon - after this week I will be re-shar...
[057] August Reflections: Rest, Stress, & Self-Trust
August 29, 2021 11:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBIn this month's reflections episode, I'm dialing it back to reflect on how I navigated some pretty stressful, overwhelming moments recently, and sharing 3 affirmation that I'm holding close to heart as reminders to help further reduce my stress and keep me focused. I'm also giving you a little sneak peek into my cross-country road trip honeymoon that's coming up next month, and letting you know how Empowering Dietitians will be affected as I balance my business with the need to unplug and be...
[056] Diet Culture in the Wedding Industry
August 22, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBDiet culture in the wedding industry will, at some point, impact us all -- even if we never get married, chances are, we will be in a bridal party, a guest, or...a dietitian whose patient or client has been impacted by the stress of it all. So in this episode, I discuss not only how diet culture within the wedding industry can impact us, but also what we can do about it, whether we're the ones getting married, in the bridal party, a guest, a vendor, or a practitioner working with someone who...
[055] Should You Hire a Business Coach?
August 15, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this episode, I share my own personal experience working with multiple business coaches over the past few years, and discuss my top tips for knowing...when it's a good time to hire a business coach...when it might NOT be a good time to hire a business coach (and what to do instead)...and how to make sure that you're hiring someone who's a good fit for you and the type of support you need. The work that I do is often conflated with business coaching, but really serves its own purpose. Whil...
[054] Avoiding Burnout in a Group Practice
August 08, 2021 11:00 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MBThe group practice model is becoming increasingly popular, for dietitian practice owners who are experiencing more demand for their services than they can handle, as well as for dietitians looking for some counseling experience and potentially a more flexible job. So why, then, are so many dietitians who move into this space experiencing MORE burnout, rather than less? In this episode I discuss...the pitfalls of many group practices...what practice owners can do to make their group effective...
[053] Counseling Confidence with Stephanie Notaras, APD MSocHlthCounsel
August 01, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Stephanie Notaras, an Australia-based dietitian who specializes in counseling training for fellow dietitians. We discuss...the biggest issues holding dietitians back when it comes to counseling more, and more effectively...how to respect scope of practice and not cross that line over into therapy...and the work Stephanie is doing to empower dietitians with increased counseling confidence. To learn more about Stephanie and her Dietitian Counselling Skills Progr...
[052] July Reflections - Feeling Comfortable Being Yourself
July 25, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBIn this month's reflections episode, I'm talking about confidence -- specifically, the confidence that we need to show up authentically as we are. I share an experience that happened this month that highlighted some of my own challenges when it comes to feeling confident, how I responded to it, and some reminders for us all as we reflect on July and get ready to move into August. For more content on dietitian confidence and imposter feelings, connect with me on Instagram @empowering.dietiti...
[051] Client Reflections: Danielle Bublitz, MS RD's Thoughts on Confidence
July 18, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBIn this episode, I'm chatting with Empowering Dietitians Client, Danielle Bublitz. Danielle is a dietitian working in private practice, specializing in eating disorders through an Intuitive Eating and weight-inclusive lens. In this episode, we discuss...how Danielle cultivated resilience to feel confident in the face of fear, mistakes, and uncomfortable situations...the work Danielle has done on boundaries to protect her time AND energy without feeling selfish, guilty, or inadequate...and ho...
[050] 5 Time-Based Reasons You're Burnt Out
July 11, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode, I discuss...how society (overall, and within dietetics specifically) has set us up to feel stressed about time...the consequences of letting ourselves get too busy and overwhelmed...and 5 of the most common ways time management is contributing to your burnout. Dietitians are experts at staying busy, and if you're struggling with stress, overwhelm, or burn out, how you manage your time and the boundaries you do or don't set around your time are probably part of it. If you res...
[049] Brand Partnerships 101 with Jenna Gorham, RD LN
July 04, 2021 11:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I'm sitting down with fellow dietitian, Jenna Gorham. Jenna founded The RD Link, a "one-stop-shop" platform for connecting dietitians and brands, to facilitate partnerships and collaborations. In this episode, we discuss....what to do if you're brand new to partnerships and don't know where to start...how to find a brand partnership that feels authentic, not salesy...and out-of-the-box ways to incorporate brand collaborations into your work as a dietitian. To l...
[048] June Reflections + Lessons - Summer Goals
June 27, 2021 11:00 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I share...the top 5 goals I set for myself for the summer; how those goals align with my current intentions; and a teeny teaser into how Empowering Dietitians will be transforming over the next 6 months. Hint: doors to my 1:1 support are closing within the next month, so if you've been thinking about reaching out, now is a wonderful time to connect with me about the support you need as a dietitian! You can find me on Instagram @empowering.dietitians, or learn ...
[47] Raising Intuitive Eaters with RD2Be Kayla Abella
June 20, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBIn this episode my dietetic intern Kayla Abella breaks down her strategies for helping parents raise intuitive eaters and how to help kids overcome "picky eating." Kayla reviews Piaget's stages of cognitive development in children, tools and tips for introducing new foods to children, and the importance of empathizing with your child when it comes to meal time. If you are interested in learning more about child nutrition or a more holistic approach to nutrition you can connect with Kayla on h...
[046] Breaking Down the Dietetic Internship with Kayla Abella
June 13, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode I am joined by my dietetic student Kayla Abella. Kayla shares all the details of her experience in the dietetic internship along with the highlights, challenges, what it was like to be in the internship during a pandemic, and some tips for her fellow RD to be's. Kayla will be hosting a podcast episode this month so if you would like to hear more about her passions in nutrition stay tuned! You can also hear more from Kayla through her Instagram @nutrikay and if you are ready t...
[045] Taking Responsibility For Your Career with Christine Dyan Thomson RDN, LDN
June 06, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I sit down with the Money Mindset Dietitian, Christine Dyan Thomson, to chat about your role in taking responsibility for your career path, charging clients what your services are worth, and her message for you about your businesses core values. For more information on building an authentic business as a dietitian, connect with Christine on Instagram @money.mindset.dietitian or her website, www.moneymindsetdietitian.com. And if you liked this episode, let me k...
[044] May 2021 End of Month Summary
May 30, 2021 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBIn this episode I wrap up May of 2021 by reflecting and discussing implementing the North Star for 2021, new routines and setting boundaries. If you're ready to cultivate that deeper sense of purpose in your professional life, apply for 1:1 support at www.empoweringdietitians.com/supervision and connect with me on Instagram @empowering.dietitians.
[043] The Roots of Diet Culture & Its Sneaky Forms
May 23, 2021 11:00 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBIn this episode, I discuss...the patriarchal roots of diet culture (and why it's such an important link to discuss!)...top red flags to spot diet culture sneaking into unexpected places (including our own practices!)...and a preview of some of the examples of sneaky diet culture I'll be unpacking in more detail in future episodes. This topic is HUGE, so if you find it sparks more questions for you than answers, connect with me on Instagram @empowering.dietitians or send me an email at jessic...
[042] Clinical Confidence, Weight Inclusivity, and The Pandemic with Sara Griffin, MS RDN CNSC
May 16, 2021 11:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBIn this episode, I am joined by clinical dietitian, adjunct instructor, and business owner, Sara Griffin, MS, RDN, CNSC. Sara shares all the details of her amazing support skills work, along with the work she's doing across the board to empower current dietitians and students alike to feel more confident in clinical. Plus, we chat about her experience in clinical, how she overcame her initial jitters, what it was like to be an ICU RD during covid, and her recommendations for clinical dietiti...
[041] Client Reflections: Renee Mazzotta, RDN CDN
May 09, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBIn this episode, I chat with Empowering Dietitians client, Renee Mazzotta, RDN CDN. Renee is a NY-based dietitian with a background in LTC who is now starting her private practice. We discuss how supervision compared to her expectations, how her experience in supervision has compared to her prior experiences with traditional business coaches, and what she has learned along the way about herself, the profession, and working toward her goals. Connect with Renee on her brand new business Instag...
[040] Handling Trolls, and Systemic Racism in Dietetics
May 02, 2021 11:00 - 46 minutes - 43.2 MBIn this (longer-than-usual) episode, I'm reflecting on the time I took off from my business in April and what it taught me, updating you on the CDR's credential misuse policy debacle, and really going in depth to share my experience with a troll who challenged the existence of systemic racism on my page. This episode covers how I have chosen to respond to individuals who challenge my values or perspective, why it's important for you to decide what your own boundaries will be online and in yo...
[039] Do you feel underpaid as a dietitian?
April 18, 2021 11:00 - 25 minutes - 24 MBIn this episode, I discuss... What weight loss goals and money goals have in common; The difference between a scarcity versus an abundance mindset around money; And why your frustrations with your work might not actually be about how much money you make. Dietitians feel underpaid AND undervalued in their work. I don't promise my clients fancy 5-figure launches or 6-figure profits; instead, I work with dietitians on overcoming their limiting beliefs, reconnecting their work to their valu...
[038] Career Confidence with All Access Dietetic's Jenny Westerkamp, RD, CSSD
April 11, 2021 11:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode, I chat with Jenny Westerkamp, the dietitian behind All Access Dietetics (AAD), a company she started during her own internship with a mission to support RD2Bes and current RDs in their professional journeys. We discuss...how to apply lessons from the internship to our actual careers; why all RDs, even those not in entrepreneurial roles, need to know how to sell themselves (and tips for my fellow introverts for doing it in less intimiating ways!), and why not getting your "dr...
[037] Should RDs Be Able to Use Their Credentials However They Want?
March 28, 2021 11:00 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBIn this episode I discuss...the recent controversy over CDR's credential misuse policy; what state licensure has to do with the issue; and what to do if you're feeling frustrated with The Academy. Note, I do refer in this episode to the book "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" and so there is a small section with explicit language in it. I give you a head's up when it's coming if you want to skip it! To read the full CDR misuse policy, refer to https://www.cdrnet.org/rd-use-misuse. And if ...
[036] When to Push Yourself vs When to Rest as a Dietitian
March 21, 2021 11:30 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MBIn this episode I discuss...both nature and nurture as it relates to RDs who struggle to give themselves permission to rest, how to use intuitive eating skills to inform your decision making process in terms of rest vs pushing through, and how to actually make the right decision for YOU at any given moment. For more support learning how to rest and avoid burnout, connect with me on Instagram @empowering.dietitians or learn about my support programs for RDs at www.empoweringdietitians.com
[035] NNM, The Academy, and The Patriarchy: A Growth-Focused Look at Our Profession
March 14, 2021 11:30 - 31 minutes - 30.2 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I discuss...the shortcomings and opportunities of National Nutrition Month, how our larger patriarchal system shows up in our field, and what changes we can make as a profession to redefine ourself in more inclusive, ethical, sustainable ways. To continue this conversation, connect with me on Instagram @empowering.dietitians, or learn more about how I support RDs just like you at www.empoweringdietitians.com!
[034] Intuitive Eating? Let's Try Intuitive DIETETICS with Lauren Bickford, MS, RD, LDN
March 07, 2021 12:30 - 37 minutes - 35.1 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I'm chatting with Lauren Bickford, fellow RD, supervisor, and certified intuitive eating counselor. In this episode, we discuss...how Lauren has created a safe space for HAES/IE interested RD2bes to feel less alone...-why compassion, empathy, and perfectionism is a perfect storm for social justice advocacy BURNOUT...the importance of becoming the dietitian of your own dreams, not a carbon copy of what a dietitian “should” be...and Lauren’s 10 Principles of Int...
[033] Feeling Lost at a Crossroad? How to Get Clear on Which Path to Take!
February 28, 2021 12:30 - 27 minutes - 25.8 MBIn this episode, I discuss...why I am considering dropping out of grad school (and how hard a decision that is for me as a type A perfectionist!), how I used my values to clarify the decision making process for myself, and the reminder that you can be a strong, independent, feminist woman and NOT actually want/need to make your career your priority. If this episode resonated with you, connect with me more on Instagram @empowering.dietitians or learn more about how I support RDs just like you ...
[032] Embracing the Nuance of Intuitive Eating with Kourtney Johnson, RD, LD
February 21, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBIn this episode of the podcast, I chat with fellow dietitian and current Empowering Dietitians client, Kourtney Johnson, about...her journey from being new to intuitive eating to, 9 months later, confidently leading a webinar on IE to other RDs...her honest perspective on what aspects of the supervision program worked for her, and which didn’t resonate as much...and why and how she has prioritized investing in multiple coaches at one time for different specialties. You can connect with Kourt...
[031] Unpopular Opinion about Emotional Eating on Valentine's Day
February 14, 2021 12:30 - 18 minutes - 17.6 MBIn this episode, I challenge you to think about Valentine's Day and Emotional Eating in general in new ways. How do we destigmatize emotional eating, acknowledge its benefits and purpose, and ultimately give ourselves and our clients the permission to care for themselves and cope using the tools available to them? If you have questions about the nuance of emotional eating, or how to unpack and apply other principles within Intuitive Eating to your work with clients, learn more about supervisi...