Are you ready to navigate the holiday season with confidence and avoid the typical weight we tend to gain this time of year? This episode kicks off our special holiday series, designed to give you one simple, effective tip per episode to help you stay on track with your health and weight goals through the celebrations and family gatherings. Today, we’re exploring the powerful concept of identity-based habits inspired by James Clear's Atomic Habits. We’ll talk about why deciding who you want to be this holiday season makes healthier choices simpler and more natural—so you can enjoy treats and traditions without derailing your goals. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why Small Identity Shifts Lead to Big Changes: How defining your holiday identity (like being "someone who treats their body with love") impacts the decisions you make around food, movement, and celebrations. Simple, Effective Examples of Identity-Based Habits: From choosing one dessert instead of many, to prioritizing a daily walk, these small adjustments help you enjoy the holidays without the guilt. Actionable Steps for a Guilt-Free Season: Practical exercises to clarify your holiday identity and make choices aligned with your goals. Ready to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain and Start Strong in 2025?If you're serious about making this holiday season a healthy, happy one, join my Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40 program! Join now to get free support through the end of 2024 and kick off 2025 ahead of the game. This exclusive offer includes a free 15-minute call to map out your path to a balanced, energized holiday season. Want to learn more? Here are your next steps! Step 1: Join a FREE community 👉 https://nutritionherway.com/community Step 2: Schedule a FREE 15-Min Call 👉 https://nutritionherway.com/call Step 3: Learn more about Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40 👉 https://nutritionherway.com/metabolicmastery In health, Lara Frendjian, RHN