Episode 56: Taylor

Starting Journey

Taylor Bernson shares her journey into intermittent fasting, highlighting her struggles with weight from a young age. She initially dabbled in restrictive eating, mistaking it for intermittent fasting, but found true guidance through the podcast. Taylor explains, "I want to change my lifestyle. I don't want to be on a diet," emphasizing her desire for a sustainable approach 1. Gin Stephens reflects on her own experiences with restrictive diets, noting how intermittent fasting allowed her to lose weight steadily without the harsh restrictions 2.

   

Realized Benefits

Both Taylor and Gin discuss the broader benefits of intermittent fasting beyond weight loss, such as increased flexibility and food freedom. Taylor emphasizes the importance of being flexible with fasting windows, stating, "That's a lifestyle; it's flexible" 3. She also shares how her relationship with food has transformed, becoming more selective and health-conscious, which she describes as a significant life quality improvement 4.

   

Overcoming Challenges

Taylor recounts overcoming the diet mentality and learning to let go of control, which initially led her to obsess over calorie counting and weight. She describes her transition to intuitive eating, saying, "As soon as I stopped obsessing about it, it just all clicked" 5. Gin shares similar experiences, acknowledging the challenge of shifting from a diet mindset to a more relaxed approach with intermittent fasting 6.