E.A.S.E. GROUP COACHING PROGRAM
Easy, Abundant & Simple Eating
Your path to finding food freedom through eating intuitively
Imagine if you couldâ
Eat what you want, when you wanted and not overthink it...
What if you could feel at ease around food and begin to trust your body?
Imagine if you could eat guilt-free and nourish yourself to be your best self?
ââIf youâre tired of the food battles and trying to figure out whatâs right for you and your body - âthis is your chance to walk another path. â
say no more, i'm inWhat does Food Freedom look like?
# waking up ready to
take on the day and feeling excited about your meals instead of worried
# Guilt-free eating
and feeling totally in control of your cravings, hunger and urges
# Keeping a bar of chocolate
without worrying that you will binge eat it all in one sitting
#Going out for dinner
and ordering what you feel like (rather than what you think you should eat)
# Moving your body
because it energises your body and makes you feel good
# Wearing clothes
that make you feel amazing and confident regardless of what body size you are
Want to know something that will (literally) change your life?
YOUR BODY IS SPEAKING TO YOU
Your body is the most highly sophisticated machine and organism on the planet. If you let it, it can guide you to have the body youâve always wanted and love food in the process.
You donât need to âtry and eat better.â
You donât need to do the diet âshoulds and shouldnâts."
Iâll teach you how to listen to and honour your bodyâs cues for the rest of your life.
How amazing does that sound?
count me in!Hi, I'm Carla Johnson!
Intuitive Eating Coach | Dietitian | Dog Whisperer
I'll also be your cheer squad, sounding board and loving nudge to get you moving forward to embrace a life that's free and fulfilling around food.
In my 15 years of experience, I've worked with hundreds of women to better their eating habits in small, achievable steps to let go of crazy ideals and find food freedom.
I want this for you too, and I believe you can.
Letâs talk about all the things youâve tried shall we?
Youâve tried low carb, high protein.
Then it was Keto. Paleo.
You even tried to track your macros.
Your doctor prescribed shakes, pills.
You're still stuck and unhappy, so where to next?
The thought of going on another diet makes your heart sink
You're not even sure where to start and that is exhausting (and overwhelming enough) before the diet's even begun. â
I'm here to tell you, most women donât stick to diets because itâs the diet thatâs the problem - NOT YOU.
Regardless of what type of diet you choose, theyâre ALL restricting your calories in some shape or fashion.
It might promise to âstop diabetesâ or âincrease wellnessâ but the reality is,
95% of people canât do it forever.
So hereâs why I believe dieting is a massive problem:
Eating less than what your body needs is never a good idea
We are all programmed innately to find food in order to survive. Each time you restrict your eating, this feeds the diet-binge-restrict cycle that leaves you feeling out of control, shameful and vulnerable to more crazy attempts to change your habits. That's more headspace lost, time and money wasted and a body that's still undernourished and deprived of what it really needs.
If you don't know much about Intuitive Eating, you're probably thinking:
"Carla, what is it and why is it the solution for me?"
Intuitive Eating is not a diet, because you don't have to miss out on your favourite (or forbidden) foods
The beauty of eating intuitively is that itâs a life skill; itâs your way of eating that you were born with - but somehow lost (thanks to diet culture). Throughout your eating journey, I will guide you to listen to your intrinsic cues your body tells you. There are NO strict rules that calls for cutting out foods, calories or macros. Just a more organic, natural way to choose food.
You'll be able to hang out around food with ZERO guilt, fear or shame
âPart of the intuitive process is making peace and building a positive relationship with ALL foods. Eating with intuition allows you to view foods as morally equal, taking the fear and shame away when you do want to eat something special. Youâre probably thinking âbut I need boundaries! I need rules otherwise Iâll eat myself silly!â Yet, when you learn of the Deprivation Effect and the consequences it has on your decisions, you realise you can shift your mindset and trust in your choices.
Intuitive Eating has scientific research behind it (because that's important)
âIf youâre a person who believes in science, be rest assured that this isnât some frou-frou concept. More and more studies are proving how intuitive eating can achieve health outcomes like reducing blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels but more importantly, enable you to live a happier, balanced life: less disordered eating thoughts, more quality food choices, better body image and greater self confidence.
Eating is more than just knowing what to eat, you need to understand the âhowâ
âEating is encompassed around social, emotional and physical layers which is why following a strict meal plan will never cut it. Notice how apple crumble brings memories back of your nan? Or how Bertie Beetles reminds you of the showbags at the Showground? Or having the intense craving for a bowl of vegetables after holidaying for weeks on end. As humans, we are programmed to survive and seek experiences that satisfy, and food is necessary in both of these scenarios. Therefore, trying to suppress or ignore what your body needs diminishes the complexity of who we are.
Wherever you're at in your journey, E.A.S.E. will help you rekindle your love for food
get startedTop 4 Reasons that might stop you from eating with E.A.S.E
#1
âYou're in it for weight loss, and weight loss only
This is not to say weight loss isnât important, but itâs the pursuit to be thinner that gets in your way of living your best life. You put off doing something because you feel fat. You promise you will go back to personal training when youâve lost the first 10kg. But the shame, guilt and sense of failure becomes crippling and eventually, way too hard to take action. You're stuck in paralysis and therefore, nothing changes.
#2
If I'm not 100% committed, its not worth doing
Watch out for the All or Nothing trap! This is a common mistake people make when they are either âonâ or âoffâ a diet, believing if youâre not 100% committed, then thereâs no point. The problem with this is it stops you from even starting, which is holding you back from getting to where you want to be.
#3
You think you need a meal plan
A plan helps - but only to some degree. You have your own tastes, schedule and cooking capabilities so how can a one-size-fits-all plan work for you (and the 1000âs of other women)? You might think you need a plan, but thatâs because youâve lost trust in yourself to know and honour what you really want.
#4
If I eat less, move more then I'll be healthier
As an accredited dietitian, I completely understand the link between health and nutrition and eating in a balanced, nutritious way. However, the method of how you get there needs to be one that works with your lifestyle, not the other way around. Becoming an intuitive eater helps to rebuild a healthy relationship with food that empowers you to make the healthier food choice, more often, more innately (aka without the constant pressure to âbe goodâ).
"In order to make the best food choices for you now and forever, one thing I'll teach you is to tune in and trust your body - because it's the epicentre of change"
get startedHere's what you get
E.A.S.E. PROGRAM
â Group coaching calls with Carla, alongside a wonderfully supportive community of women seeking to transform their relationship with food
â Worksheets to aid your learning throughout the program
â Video classes so you can learn at your own pace
â Facebook Group to receive support from Carla and get all of your deepest questions answered
And to make sure you're supported every step of the way,
âyou'll also get access to these bonuses:
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2 x 1:1 personal sessions with me
(valued at $350)
I want you to know that I've got your back, every step of the way. That's why I offer two personalised sessions with me so I can understand your story and goals you want to achieve from the E.A.S.E program.
- Two x 30 minute sessions scheduled pre and post program
- Sessions are online from the comfort and convenience of your home (or office!)
- A way to share what's important to you, so I can support you in the best way possible
- Just because it's a group, doesn't mean you get lost in the pack. I'm here for you, 100% of the way
E.A.S.E Intuitive Eating Private Facebook Group
â(valued at $1,050)
The private facebook group will be exclusive to you and those in the current round of the program so itâs like having your own cheer squad whoâs there to share the wins along the way and help you overcome challenges.
This is where youâll go to get your most pressing questions answered quickly and accurately, learn how other women have implemented intuitive eating into their day, and bounce your thoughts in a safe and private space.
- Inspiration each week tailored to the module you complete
- A space to ask questions, celebrate your wins and share any hurdles you (and others!) might be experiencing at the time
- Queries answered by me throughout the 12 weeks, giving you confidence that you have my expert knowledge and experience every step of the way ââ
Keepsake Journal
(valued at $59.95)
Research shows us that keeping track of your thoughts and habits (like your food choices) is important to make change, and Iâm NOT talking about the one that tells you your daily calorie intake. I'm a big believer in journalling to help you process and reflect your learnings as an intuitive eater.
- A beautiful, paper based journal that's yours to own and confide in
- Helps you to cement your newfound intuitive habits
- No inputting of quantities or ingredient, only words of your own wisdom
- Record the intuitive cues and feelings each time you eat
Itâs time to get off the diet train & live happy whilst eating the foods you enjoy
get startedI've taken everything I've learned from my 15+ years of working 1:1 with hundreds of women to know the outdated, recycled âtrendingâ nutrition advice isnât cutting it when you want to achieve long term change. Iâve seen what happens when you go on, off, back on and then off diets again - itâs impacting our beliefs, relationship and choices around food and not for the better. I want more for you, and for the generations to come. I want to put a stop to the endless cycling you think you have to do and show you how you can eat in peace, through simple, easy nurturing advice.
E.A.S.E isnât your generic nutrition program, it is a completely different approach to learn how you can nourish and look after your body to authentically live life to the fullest.
Yes, you'll learn the strategies behind everything you do, but more importantly you'll have the safe space, expert guidance and supportive but intimate community to help you work through how to become an intuitive eater.
âOne that wonât need to look at another restrictive diet every again, and eat with trust, enjoyment and E.A.S.E.
EXPLORE THE MODULES
Here's a sneak peek into what you will learn on your path to becoming more intuitive with your eating
MODULE ONE: ENLIGHTEN
In module 1 itâs all about understanding what you believe now and why you believe it (thanks diets, social media and advertising machines). Itâs about creating a calm and compassionate mindset, understanding your body and what you really want and setting yourself up for success rather than setting yourself up for failure.
MODULE TWO: ENHANCE
Module 2 allows you to begin your path of reconnection to your body. You will learn how to listen, interpret and honour your bodyâs cues through two simple and practical tools.
MODULE THREE: EXPLORE
Itâs time to put down the fight. Module 3 allows you to elevate your relationship with food by letting go of one main thing - deprivation. Here you will being to recognise and untangle yourself from the tangle that food may have over you. Start repairing your food relationship by giving your body permission and realise the potential you have when you build trust in yourself.
MODULE FOUR: EXIT
In Module 4 itâs time to break up with those rules and pesky thoughts that no longer serve you. This modules helps you to identify the influences that are holding you back from living freely around food and in your body.
MODULE FIVE: ENOUGH
Your body has the ability to tell you when itâs had enough, itâs a skill youâve since you were born. Module 5 continues to build on your innate connection by recognising when youâve had enough to eat, and any potential interferers that might get in your way.
MODULE SIX: EXHALE
This is your time to pause, take a breath and ground yourself mid way through this program. This will be your chance to step back and review any topics you need more time to digest, catch up if life's been busy or just practicing "be-ing" by implementing all that you've learnt thus far. Sometimes it's nice not to be in a hurry all the time.
MODULE SEVEN: ELEVATE
Module 7 explores body image and how you see yourself in the mirror. As hard as it it may be, you will gently begin to turn those nasty words into kind words and learn to show your body small acts of respect and self care to continue to nurture your journey to intuitive eating.
MODULE EIGHT: âENTICE
In this module, we explore the secret sauce to intuitive eating also known as the satisfaction factor. It's a concept that will help you reignite the enjoyment and passion for food, and understand how you can incorporate it into your choices to ensure you never fall out of love with food again.
MODULE NINE: âEMPOWER
Overcome your emotional eating by becoming empowered to recognise what's going on in the moment, and what you need in that exact moment. We will build your emotional muscle through identifying a pathway for you to lean on and reorient your food choice to ensure you're nourishing your body and soul - even when times are tough.
MODULE TEN: âENJOY
We end by wrapping the concepts and strategies of intuitive eating to other areas of your life; embracing enjoyable movement, establishing a sustainable self care routine and setting up other supports that can continue your path to eating (and living!) with intuition.
Imagine what the world would be like if...
you could have a peaceful, positive and nourishing life with food
Thatâs what I aim to achieve with E.A.S.E
sign me upFrequently Asked Questions about E.A.S.E.
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Iâve done a little bit of Intuitive Eating before, but I didnât see much change. What can I expect?
Is there any chance I might lose weight on this program?
Do I need to know about intuitive eating before I join this program?
What if I have medical conditions that need to be addressed?
I have dietary requirements - how will this affect me?
Need help or got questions?
Email: [email protected]
Call: (03) 9720 0864
This program IS FOR YOU if you:
- Are ready to move away from dieting and attempts to âfixâ your body
- Want to learn to trust yourself around all foods so that food no longer has control over you.
- No longer want the diet-binge-restrict cycle
- Are ready to reconnect and embrace your inner wisdom so you can figure out how to eat based upon your body cues, rather than any external rules and restrictions.
- Cultivate more self kindness so you can create space to shift your mindset and your responses to your environment.
- You want credible advice that's delivered in a supportive, non judgemental, like-minded community
This program is NOT for you if:
- You are hellbent on losing weight
- You think you need a meal plan to eat properly
- You are not ready to invest time in yourself
- You are not willing to get out of your own way (to make beautiful things happen!)
- You are not open to being challenged or learning about an alternative approach
- âYou have a diagnosed eating disorder (but please contact me to work individually)