Why you can’t lose weight and find food freedom….
If you feel stuck in the cycle of food rules, guilt, and overthinking every meal, you’re not alone.
Many people want food freedom but feel held back by fear, self-doubt, or a belief that now isn’t the right time. But what if those reasons are actually the very things keeping you stuck?
Let’s break down five of the most common blocks stopping you from food freedom – and how to finally move past them.
1. “I Don’t Have Enough Time”
Life is busy. Work, family, responsibilities—it’s easy to put yourself last. But staying stuck in food stress is stealing way more time than working through it. Imagine all the energy you’d free up if food was just easy.
How to shift your mindset: Food freedom isn’t about adding more to your plate; it’s about removing the stress so you have more time for what truly matters.
2. “I’m Waiting for the Right Time”
There’s always an excuse to wait—the holidays, a stressful project at work, a holiday coming up… But if not now, when? The “perfect time” doesn’t exist. And the longer you wait, the more entrenched those food struggles become.
How to shift your mindset: Starting now (even imperfectly) is the best way to make your future self grateful. Progress happens in real life, not in some future “perfect” moment.
3. “I Don’t Want to Give Up My Favourite Foods”
Spoiler alert: Food freedom is not about restriction. In fact, it’s the opposite! It’s about ditching guilt, healing your relationship with food, and truly enjoying what you eat—without the constant overthinking.
How to shift your mindset: You don’t have to give up anything. But you do get to release the guilt and stress around food. Sounds like a win-win, right?
4. “I’m Scared of Failing”
What if I try and it doesn’t work? What if I still struggle? These fears are real, but they keep you trapped in inaction. The good news? You can’t fail at food freedom—it’s not a test. It’s a journey, and every small shift you make is a step forward.
How to shift your mindset: The real failure is staying stuck. Taking action, even small steps, builds confidence and momentum.
5. “I Know There’s Deeper Work to Do (and That Feels Scary)”
Maybe you’ve realised food struggles run deeper than just what you eat. Maybe it’s tied to emotions, past experiences, or self-worth. Facing this can feel intimidating—but avoiding it just keeps you in the same cycle.
How to shift your mindset: You don’t have to do it alone. With the right support, you can navigate the deeper work gently and at your own pace—without it feeling overwhelming.
The First Step to Food Freedom
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment, here’s your sign: it’s time to start now. No pressure, no perfection—just small, intentional steps that will change your life.
If you’re ready to break free from food stress, let’s chat about what that could look like. You don’t have to do this alone.
Drop me a message hello@foodfreedomfairy.com and let’s chat.