Do you ”fall off the wagon” when the holidays arrive? Do you give yourself permission to eat whatever you desire during life’s special events? Do you ”start over on Monday” after indulging in two slices of wedding cake over the weekend? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be adhering to a social norm that contradicts the concept of food freedom. This pattern of behavior can prevent you from achieving true liberation from food-related stress, making you feel obligated to partake simply because it’s a special occasion. Life brims with special events, occasions, and foods. Rather than approaching them with trepidation, fearing a loss of control, consider preparing for these events with the proper mindset and mindfulness. If we succumb to ”falling off the wagon” consistently, we’ll never attain the freedom to savor life’s pleasures without the subsequent guilt and shame. I’m eager to learn about your progress in this journey; feel free to reach out to me at [email protected].