Why Self-Care Isn't Selfish: How to Ditch the Guilt and Drama

Do you feel guilty when you take time to take care of yourself? If so, you are definitely not alone. When talking to women, one of the biggest barriers to practicing self-care is guilt. We, as women, often feel incredibly guilty for tending to our own needs.

That's why I want to talk about the importance of self-care and why it's not just a luxury but a necessity. Taking time just for you isn't easy for everyone. It can bring up many feelings, including guilt or the belief that you don't deserve to take that time for yourself. If you feel this way, I hope to offer some food for thought and some suggestions to make this easier.

Self-Care, BoundariesKristen DuckettJuly 8, 2025Self-Care, Habits, Boundaries, GuiltComment

Why You Sabotage Your Diet (And How to Stop!)

Have you ever gotten to a point in your weight loss journey when things seem to be going smoothly, you’ve lost some weight and maybe you’re even getting close to reaching your goals, and then BAM! All of a sudden you find yourself off the rails...again?

Often it starts with something that seems small or a perfectly innocent thought like “I’ve been really good all day, I deserve to have a scoop of ice cream…” only to find a little bit later you’ve polished off the whole pint.” Or having that piece of a brownie that someone left in the lunchroom and then that turns into... “Well, I’ve already screwed up today I might as well eat what I want and get back on track tomorrow…” but then tomorrow just continues the downward spiral.

How To Deal With Food Pushers

"Just try a little bit!" "C'mon, a few bites won't hurt!" "Everything in moderation!” “Live a little!"...

We've all heard those words – heck, we may have even said them. But when you have health or weight loss goals, navigating social situations where someone tries to encourage you to eat something you don't really want can be tricky. So lets talk about why people feel the need to push food, and some tips and strategies you can use if or when this happens to you.

We often refer to these people as "Food Pushers." They usually mean well; most often, they just don't want you to feel left out. Most have the best of intentions, but their persistence can stir up a lot of discomfort or awkwardness.

Don't Underestimate The Power Of Small Changes

We tend to discount the small changes that we make because we think: it’s not gonna be good enough, it’s gonna take too long, it’s not gonna make a difference…