The DietFree Revolution, Alexis Conason, Psy.D.
The DietFree Revolution, Alexis Conason, Psy.D.
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The Diet-Free Revolution
10 Steps to Free Yourself from the Diet Cycle with Mindful Eating and Radical Self-Acceptance

Author: Alexis Conason, Psy.D.

Narrator: Julie Slater

Unabridged: 9 hr 36 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 09/07/2021

Synopsis

A 10-step approach to ditch diet culture, heal your relationship with food, and learn to love your body from clinical psychologist Alexis Conason.

Diets don't work--and it's not your fault. As a culture, we're told (and tell ourselves) that if we just lost the weight--tried a little harder, had a little more willpower, or deprived ourselves for a little bit longer--we'd be happier, healthier, and more desirable. But it's just not true.

The Diet-Free Revolution debunks the myths we've been sold about food, nutrition, health, and weight loss, and offers an antidote to the pain and suffering caused by yo-yo diets, untenable food regimens, and quick-fixes. Clinical psychologist and eating disorder specialist Alexis Conason shows that finding health, happiness, and real nourishment is about more than changing what, how, or when we eat: it's about radically shifting our relationship with food by healing our relationship to ourselves. She helps us discover what really nourishes us, while teaching us how we can listen to and love our bodies. Enriched with case studies, meditations, stories, lessons, and activities, her 10-step program will help you:

  •  Challenge your assumptions about weight and health
  •  Find fullness and manage emotional eating
  •  Embrace your "yum" and tune into taste with mindful eating
  •  Trust your body to be your guide

Reframing dieting and diet "failure" as pervasive aspects of our culture--not individual failures--The Diet-Free Revolution offers an empowering roadmap to healing, self-acceptance, and radical new ways of relating to and loving our bodies.

About The Author

ALEXIS CONASON, Psy.D., CEDS is a clinical psychologist and eating disorder specialist in private practice in New York City. She founded The Anti-Diet Plan, a weight inclusive mindful eating program. Dr. Conason was previously a Research Associate at The New York Obesity Nutrition Research Center in affiliation with Columbia University. She earned her doctorate degree from Long Island University, C.W. Post. Dr. Conason's research has been presented at numerous scientific conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals including the Journal of the American Medical Association's Surgery. She currently serves on the Board of the International Association of Eating Disorder Professionals New York Chapter and the Board of The Center for Mindful Eating.Julie Slater is a voice actress in Los Angeles via NYC and Detroit. She is as an engaging, conversational, comedic, Zen storyteller who specializes in Non-Fiction. She eloquently brings to life stories of self-help and self-discovery, medical wonder, personal wars, business acumen, and speaking plants. Her voice work spans audiobooks, commercials, radio hosting, and singing. Find her audiobook work at www.julieslater.com/audio-book-demos/.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Linda on June 29, 2021

A totally new way to approach food and yourself. If nothing else, “The Diet Free Revolution” will have folks talking. Author, Alexis Conason, begins by introducing the 10 steps to the DFR: (they’re also the chapter headings) 1. Say goodbye to dieting 2. Challenge your assumptions about weight & dieting......more

Goodreads review by Sonja Schaalo on September 25, 2021

Yep - all makes sense. The diet culture is so incredibly toxic and yet so deeply do we internalise the idea that ‘fat is bad’ that we will spend a lifetime trying to shrink our bodies. Some poignant points from the book: “We prescribe for fat people what we diagnose as an eating disorder in thin peop......more

Goodreads review by Elizabeth on July 23, 2021

This book is an absolute must-read for anyone who has ever struggled with their relationship with food or their body. Conason breaks down the oppressive nature of diet culture and offers practical steps for working towards taking the struggle out of eating and reconnecting with your values. She disp......more

Goodreads review by Claire on October 14, 2021

This was a nicely laid out step by step guide on how to practice listening to your body's hunger and fullness cues and feel more connected in general. It goes into the psychology of our relationship with food and where that line can break down and how we can fix it. Its basically a beginner's guide......more

Goodreads review by Heather on September 10, 2021

If you’re already familiar with Intuitive Eating and HAES, you could skip this book. If you’re new to those ideas, then this book is a good starting place.......more

Quotes

“If you’re a former dieter who’s done with diet culture and ready to go deeper in your healing, this book is a wonderful resource. With engaging storytelling and insightful analysis, Alexis Conason offers a truly weight-inclusive approach to mindful eating that will help you develop self-compassion, practice self-care, and find pleasure in food and your body.”
—Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, author of Anti-Diet

“Smart, compassionate, with relatable and vivid stories and specific practice recommendations throughout, The Diet-Free Revolution embodies the most cutting-edge blend of science and psychology while acknowledging vital social justice themes. I am delighted to have this book as a resource that I will recommend to my patients and their families as well as to anyone seeking to transform their relationship with their body and food.”
—Jennifer L. Gaudiani, MD, CEDS-S, FAED, founder and medical director of the Gaudiani Clinic and author of Sick Enough

“This book is truly a revolution and a chance to break free from the tyranny of diets and food obsession for good. Alexis Conason is an expert on the subject and understands how layered this journey can be. There are deep cultural and psychological factors that keep us clinging to diets, and this book leaves no stone unturned.”
—Caroline Dooner, author of The F*ck It Diet

“You have what it takes to heal your relationship with food. Dr. Conason’s simple 10-step plan will encourage you to be kind to yourself while bravely leaving behind the misery of dieting once and for all!”
—Rebecca Scritchfield, RDN, EP-C, author of Body Kindness

“...a clear, empathetic, and evidence-based roadmap for the work and healing that comes next. Conason is the warm, wise therapist and friend you’ve been looking for. And her certainty that radical self-acceptance and food freedom are possible for anyone will put these concepts within reach of those struggling the most.”
—Virginia Sole-Smith, author of The Eating Instinct

“The most important thing I have to say about Alexis Conason’s book is that it is supremely trustworthy. With an exquisite balance of research, personal and professional insights, mindfulness expertise, and understanding of intersectional social justice issues, this book is the one you need to heal your relationship with food and your precious body. Vive la révolution!”
—Jenna Hollenstein, MS, RDN, CDN, author of Eat to Love

“Written with compassion, wisdom, and a touch of humor, The Diet-Free Revolution will give you the skills and strategies you need to create a peaceful and nurturing relationship with food.”
—Judith Matz, coauthor of The Diet Survivor’s Handbook

“The ultimate guide to why diets don’t work and what to do instead—backed by strong and plentiful science.... This book is a must-read for both professionals and the general public who are seeking to end the suffering and embrace the joy of eating and living.”
—Lynn Rossy, PhD, author of Savor Every Bite

“Packed with keen psychological and scientific insights, the book examines the historical underpinnings of diet culture and outlines practical exercises to foster awareness and recovery....”  
—Foreword Reviews

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