Jan Eaton - Coach & Course Leader
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Weight Management

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As I'm sure you are aware, evidence shows that most weight loss diets are largely ineffective in the long term, and the cycle of yo-yo dieting that often ensues inevitably leaves people feeling disempowered and hopeless. I believe that one of the main problems with weight loss diets is that they don't take account of the underlying causes of overeating. The focus of many diets is solely on the weight, and the only measure of success is the number on the scales. What I call the 'food police' is usually out in force - externally imposed rules are given regarding what to eat/not to eat and the number of calories allowed, and feelings of humiliation, shame or guilt are rife when the rules are broken or when people fail to lose weight. The food police eventually becomes internalised so that after a while all food is viewed in terms of calories/sins/rewards etc., and the enjoyment of food is lost. 

For a while, the excitement of the initial weight loss keeps people on track, but sooner or later their inner rebel inevitably rears its head and rages against the restriction/deprivation. This is often the point at which diets are abandoned and the binge cycle starts again leading to regain of any weight lost - and often more...."I've blown it, I might as well carry on eating" is the typical thought process. Yo-yo dieting is often set in motion - the next diet is always on the horizon, and this time it really will work..!

On a physiological level the body is likely to go into starvation mode when food is restricted, and tends to slow down its metabolic rate (the rate at which food is burned for energy). It is more likely to hold onto its store of fat, which can make weight loss even more difficult in the long run.

The diet industry is big business worth billions of pounds every year - at any one time it is thought that 1 in 3 women are on a diet. But as recent t.v. documentaries have exposed, the diet industry is built on the failure of its customers - after all, if diets were successful the industry would undoubtedly collapse. 

The alternative approach, where no food is forbidden, where the focus is on looking at why, where, when and how you eat rather than what you eat, and where obsessive weighing is discouraged, is healthy, safe, unpressurised and sustainable in the long-term. The overall aim is to improve your relationship with food, feel more positive about yourself and your body, and achieve a sense of freedom around eating. These outcomes, and being more in tune with your needs - both physical and emotional - are likely to lead to natural and sustained weight loss.

Either 1-1 or in a group you will learn how to:
  • transform unhelpful internalized messages around food and eating
  • handle difficult social situations involving food
  • deal with other people who may (often unknowingly) sabotage your efforts to change your eating habits
  • improve your body image 
  • manage lapses in a way that doesn't send you back to the fridge
  • boost your self-esteem and confidence and develop your self-compassion
  • eat more mindfully, tune into your body's hunger cues and savour your food
  • become aware of emotional/comfort eating and learn alternative ways of self-soothing
  • make simple and effective changes to the way you plan meals, shop and cook

My first experience with Jan was in a class called ‘The Non-Diet Diet’. Since then I have gone on to experience a wider knowledge of the ‘Mindful Eating’ experience. In total I have lost 2 ½ stone and I have drastically changed my diet and the way I look at food.
Jan showed me that by making simple changes to my diet and becoming more aware of my eating habits I could achieve weight loss healthily.  I can honestly say that I haven’t felt hungry at any time while using this method. I feel so much better and I am proud of what I have achieved.
I wish I had met Jan years ago, then perhaps I wouldn’t have put myself through unnecessary humiliation and torture at slimming clubs etc. Don’t get me wrong, it takes work and time but losing weight like this is very successful and cheap and what’s more, with dedication and the desire to succeed, ‘IT WORKS’.
Marilyn P., Brighton

Jan is an excellent facilitator - so supportive, non-judgmental and encouraging.   
Nikki, Hove

Since starting my sessions with Jan I am more confident, have real enjoyment of life, feel more normal and in control of my food. My journey still has some way to go but I know Jan will be with me every step of the way. 
M.T., Brighton

Such a brilliant course - feel such an improvement in my relationship with food!   
Wendy, Brighton

Excellent. I leave the course feeling confident I can do it.   
Laura, Brighton

An amazing difference to my relationship with food, so much more positive, many thanks.  
Mary, W. Sussex

I've been able to make significant and positive changes to my diet and my life.   
Jackie, Brighton




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Contact:             janeaton61@gmail.com
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