Livia
I am a Brazilian girl (living in Sao Paulo with my fiancé -- and other 20 million people). I love coffee, books, and good food. I also really enjoy studying and learning new things that allow me to further develop myself both professionally and personally. I have a degree in Food Science and hold a Ph.D. in Agri-food Marketing. In addition, I am a Certified Nutrition Coach and an enthusiastic Nutrition student.
After 15 years of living in war with my body and with food, I found freedom through mindfulness and intuitive eating, practices that allowed me to overcome yo-yo dieting and binge eating.
I'm passionate about helping women rewrite their food and body histories so they feel free and confident to live their lives to the fullest.
There is a power that comes alive when women free themselves from the food prison in which they have learned to live, when they realize that they are capable and deserving of feeling fantastic in their own bodies, and that confidence is a state of mind -- not a body lotion which you get the right to use when you reach a weight-loss goal.
My work is dedicated to nurturing, celebrating and sharing this message.
Livia
Finding Food Freedom -- the Mindset Shift You Need
Moving beyond restrictive dieting means learning to trust your body's natural feedback system about food choices. This mindful approach helps reduce food-related anxiety while building a more peaceful relationship with eating.
Apr 23, 2019
5
minute read
Livia
The Two Great Pitfalls of the "Bad Food" Mentality
Labeling foods as good or bad creates guilt that extends to your sense of self-worth and actually leads to overeating both types. Breaking free from food morality helps you eat more peacefully and trust your body's natural cues.
Apr 27, 2019
6
minute read
Livia
Why You Don't Need To - and Maybe Shouldn't - Have Cheat Days
Cheat days often trap you in cycles of restriction and guilt that make healthy eating feel impossible. A self-care approach to food can help you enjoy what you love without the mental drama.
May 17, 2019
5
minute read
Livia
Do you like being fooled?
Trying to trick your hunger with distractions and substitutes actually damages your natural relationship with food. Learning to trust your appetite and eat enough creates the food freedom you're actually seeking.
Jun 4, 2019
5
minute read
Livia
Embracing Imperfection
Perfectionism keeps you stuck in planning mode instead of making progress on your wellness goals. Small, consistent actions that fit your real life create lasting change better than any perfect plan.
Jun 14, 2019
5
minute read
Livia
Breaking Up With My Diet
Diets don't fail because you're not trying hard enough—they're designed to fail you. Breaking free from the diet cycle means learning to trust your body and mind instead of external rules.
Jul 9, 2019
4
minute read