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Today in part 2 I’ll share a few more misconceptions about intuitive eating, and within them, we finally get to talk about two aspects I know you’ll be especially curious about: “is there any science behind intuitive eating and its principles?”, as well as whether or not we can be ethical vegans or have other philosophical or religious dietary choices and practice intuitive eating, and much more. Let’s get straight to it! I highly recommend reading or listening to part 1 first before continuing on with today’s post and episode. For the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today's episode I'll be introducing you to the wonderful framework of intuitive eating by discussing what it is and what it isn't, in the hopes that you'll be inspired to find out more, read the book and use its wonderful wisdom to help improve your relationship with food and find peace with it. There are so many misconceptions about intuitive eating out there, and it can be so helpful, especially if you've struggled through years of dieting, or the restrictive-binge eating/emotional eating loop. We also discuss a big question, can we be ethical vegans AND practice the principles of intuitive eating? There's so much to get into in this episode, and we'll continue the conversation in part 2 next week. For all the links mentioned in todays episode, click here.

In today’s mini Q and A, I answer a question I received from one of our Sams, all about the familiar feelings of guilt around food, especially when we’re trying to improve our relationship with food and have a neutral approach to foods and ingredients we perhaps once labelled as “bad”, “forbidden”, “unhealthy”, “high calorie”, “high carb”, “highly processed”, or whatever the food fear du jour is, all stemming form the wonderful framework that is intuitive eating. Today I answer this question from a very gentle perspective, one that will hopefully help keep these feelings of guilt at bay. Understanding that they don’t serve us in the long run, and explaining how part of this journey to a more neutral place with food and a more gentle approach to eating has two sides to it, one where we tame the loud food police voices we have about certain foods, but one where we must also do the work of taming the perfection police voice within ourselves. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today's episode, the last one of this very tumultuous year, I'm answering a listener question all about how to get started with a plant-based life. I share some of my favorite tips for getting started with going vegan, some practical, some edible, some all about mindset, in the hopes that it will give a great boost to the beginning of your journey if you're thinking of going vegan and are looking for beginner tips and support. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today's episode we'll talk about some fun, quirky and sweet Holiday traditions from around the world, I'll share some of our traditions, including the most fun gift exchange game every created. I'll also talk a bit about managing both grief and happiness around the Holidays, especially in a year that has been so incredibly challenging. For any links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

Today I'll be talking about some of my current favorite podcasts on a variety of topics as well as a few specific episodes I highly recommend listening to. From inspirational and motivational to just plain entertaining and fun, I'll talk about what is coming through my headphones lately while I walk the dogs or do the dishes, in the hopes that I can add some goodies to your podcast repertoire. From the best vegan podcasts, to my favorites in the areas of nutrition through an anti-diet non-restrictive and intuitive eating lens, to great interview based shows, to podcasts about the creative process, writing and books, current events, the occasional true crime guilty pleasure podcast, and much more. For all the podcasts and links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

Today we have another episode in our Table Talk Series, specially designed for those conversations you have around the holidays, but which can of course apply to any conversations we have with family, extended relatives and friends. I’ll be giving you some tips on what to say when sharing you’re vegan for the first time, some tips on the mindset we must have when receiving their comments, as well as a slightly different angle but with the same solution in mind, what to say when people have known us to be dieters and are now trying to say goodbye to restriction, practicing intuitive eating, and finding our own balance and a better relationship with food. For the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today’s post and episode I wanted to address our attachment to cheese, which isn’t a bad thing, nor the thing or craving that shall not be named once you go vegan, but that can in fact help us on our vegan journey when we have awareness of it. I’m going to share some personal and family cheese stories to show you just how present it is in our culture no matter where we come from, and how my mindset shifted and my way of experiencing veganism completely changed along the way. I’ll also share why I think we’ve been going about the “saying goodbye to cheese as a vegan” thing all wrong, and why it’s ok to miss certain animal foods that have been such a huge part of our eating lives, of our culture, and of our food memories. To finish I’ll be giving you four very practical and simple tips to incorporate some cheesy goodness in your life asap. Plus we share a HUGE announcement that we hope will get you just as excited as we are! For the links mentioned in today's episode, click here

In today's episode, we expand from last week's part 1, and explore our body image struggles by finding our triggers through some journaling prompts and exercises. For many of us, COVID, quarantine and lockdown were huge triggers when it came to our body image, and we can take this opportunity to find others. Then we'll dive in deep to look for our limiting beliefs on food, body, exercise and weight. They'll come in handy later on in the season, when we'll work on changing them one by one, pulling out those pesky weeds that keep popping back up again and again. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

It’s time for another mini Q & A episode of the Brownble Podcast! You’ve been sending us your questions, and today I picked one that we get often, how to deal with and be patient with, family members, friends, co-workers, etc., when they still eat animal products, and also, something we’ve all faced at least once, how to deal with people who mock veganism. As you know we’re all about kindness and compassion here at Brownble, and that of course extends to the people we love, even when they’ve been resistant to the changes we’ve been making when going vegan. I have lots of tips and thoughts to share on this topic so let’s get to it! For any links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today's episode I’ll be talking about really looking into the time we have, so that no matter what changes arise, we can find a way to readjust faster, be resilient and compassionate with ourselves, and restructure things so that we can fit in all that self care that makes our days go easier. I'll be sharing some key aspects that have helped me organize my time better, and some actionable steps and exercises to begin practicing each one, until making time for your mental health, wellness and self care becomes the first thing that goes on your to-do list. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today's episode of our ongoing Table Talk Series, I'll be giving you my favorite tips for kind communication, especially when it comes to discussing uncomfortable, difficult or sensitive topics at the table. Whether it's veganism and animal rights, the environment and the links between its protection and our food consumption. Whether it's politics, social justice issues, or whatever topic you have disagreements about, today I share my favorite tips for keeping things civil and full of empathy. These will help you in your conversations with loved ones no matter what the topic of conversation is. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

Today, we’re continuing the conversation on activism, race and equality with some of my favorite tips on how we can be better allies to marginalized groups, especially BIPOC. I'll share some funny stories from my childhood, and the amazing woman that taught me everything I know about activism and advocacy, including a life changing day at the beach that included a ton of big black trash bags and over a dozen teenagers. We’ll also round out our conversation by giving you a ton of cool resources, social media accounts, books and films so that you can keep on learning and expanding your advocacy, even when that advocacy is something as simple as those tough conversations around your kitchen table. For all the resources and links mentioned, click here.

In these very challenging times we're facing during COVID and the huge and necessary social justice movement that is now in the forefront, to help and defend black lives, I thought I'd share my thoughts and the resources that have helped me be a better ally for BIPOC. Today I’ll be talking about why the fight for one of these issues is the fight for the other, why it's necessary for change to be uncomfortable, why we're all going to make mistakes in our advocacy and why that shouldn't deter us. I’ll talk about how we can extend our empathy and love towards oppressed animal beings into other systems of oppression, and in Part 2 coming next week I’ll share some anti-racist resources I think you might love and some tips and steps we can start taking to be better allies for people of color, and how to take our advocacy and kindness to help other movements that are in need of our support. For the links and resources mentioned in today's episode, click here.

We're back with season 8 of the podcast! We have so many great episodes in store for you this season, and today I thought I'd welcome you back to our little Thursday date with a quick summer recap, a sneak peek into what will be in store for you this season, and a very important topic I believe is key to success when it comes to being more productive, changing any habit we wish to change, practicing new skills and much more: the importance of hitting that pause button and taking breaks without guilt. I'll give you tons of ideas of how this can be done even when we can't take an actual holiday, and how this can apply to our exercise habits, our cooking and eating, our creativity, our work, our hobbies, and why we might have an old belief typically engrained in childhood, that can be affecting us even as adults when finding our stride. Make sure to check out the post that goes with this episode below, since I'm sharing lots of personal photos from our little pause button break. For all the photos and links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

Today is our last episode (at least for now!) of our Imperfect Vegan Series! It's also the final episode of season 7 of the podcast and I still can't believe it! In today's show we'll be talking about going vegan but still having to buy animal products for the people we live with, our family members or partners. I give you 4 steps to begin to find a middle ground and especially acceptance within yourself so you can continue on your journey even if no one follows, even in the face of imperfections. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today's episode in our "Imperfect Vegan Series", we’ll be talking about the question many of you have, of whether or not it’s ok to purchase vegan products from large brands or corporations, or even chain restaurants and fast food restaurants that offer and sell vegan products or foods but also sell animal products, or have additional issues that concern you. For the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

Today in our imperfect vegan series, we’ll be talking briefly about a question I get often: “What should we do about foods that DON’T contain animal products in their ingredients, but that DO use animal by-products in their production process?” Or in another way: “Is sugar vegan?”, “Is beer vegan?”, “Are wine and other alcoholic beverages vegan?”. Today I’ll be sharing my perspective on these questions, from a simple and practical angle to help you make the choice that is right for you, and to understand that these questions should always take into account a bigger picture. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

In today's quick Q and A episode, I tackle two of our listener questions, both cooking related. I give you tips for getting motivated to cook fun and delicious meals even when you're only cooking for yourself, and I give some guidance to a listener who wanted to learn how to make two old time Indian favorites into delicious vegan versions she could make at home. For the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.

I've received so many questions about snacking and snack ideas since COVID came into our lives, that I thought it was time to talk about snacking and eating between meals, how I incorporate snacks into my day, and of course, lots of delicious vegan snack ideas. I also share our yummy "1 month of vegan snacks" printable, a great resource you can print and stick to your fridge or keep in your phone for quick ideas throughout the week. For all the links mentioned in today's episode, click here.