Author: Christyna

  • “I Can’t Eat That” and Other Food Rules

    “I Can’t Eat That” and Other Food Rules

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    If you’ve ever said “I can’t eat that” or felt guilty about eating something, this post is for you. We’re talking about food rules and how to let them go.

  • Werewolves, Magic Treehouses, and Pizza

    Werewolves, Magic Treehouses, and Pizza

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    Who knew such wisdom could come in such a small package?! I’m sharing what I learned about food freedom from a 6 and a half year old!

  • What You Need to Know About Your Body

    What You Need to Know About Your Body

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    Whether you are just starting college, or you’re nearing the end. This is what I needed to know about my body before starting school.

  • Why I Failed at Mindful Eating…

    Why I Failed at Mindful Eating…

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    How a little background noise can help make a meal mindful.

  • Started in the DMs, Now We Here

    Started in the DMs, Now We Here

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    An adventure that started with a DM!

  • Pressing Forward

    Pressing Forward

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    Here’s to my next adventure, one with no limits and everything to gain!

  • Last Thoughts as a Dietetic Intern

    Last Thoughts as a Dietetic Intern

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    I want to capture these emotions just as they are. Not sure where we’ll end up, but… Here we go!It’s the night before my exit interview. I feel pretty anxious but it’s manageable. I have both transcripts that I need, all the forms I need and apparently I crossed all…

  • Donuts, Diets, and Morality

    Donuts, Diets, and Morality

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    If food morality and politics got you down, this one is for you! Let’s talk about how to be a non-judgmental eater and keep your eyes on your own plate.

  • So You Didn’t Match…

    So You Didn’t Match…

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    Hey there, If you clicked on this, it’s probably because you didn’t match with a dietetic internship. I feel your pain. I didn’t match the first time I applied. I did everything my professors suggested and I still didn’t match. Reading that screen felt like a bad dream. I probably…

  • In Case You Need Permssion

    In Case You Need Permssion

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    As I was getting ready this morning I channeled high school Christyna. I turned on some Fall Out Boy (Folie a Deux, to be exact!) and bopped around my bathroom as I brushed my teeth and put on mascara. I was mentally preparing myself for the day by spiraling up.…