Self-compassion Diet

The Self-compassion Diet offers a transformative approach to weight loss, unlike traditional diets that focus on restrictions and willpower. Written by Jean Fain, a psychotherapist and expert in mindful eating, this book emphasizes the power of self-compassion as the cornerstone of sustainable, healthy weight loss. With a unique blend of mindfulness techniques, hypnosis, and the latest scientific research on self-compassion, Fain guides readers through a gentle yet effective process of changing their relationship with food and their bodies.

Rather than encouraging readers to punish themselves into losing weight, Fain demonstrates how being kind and forgiving towards oneself can lead to long-term results. The Self-compassion Diet presents practical exercises and guided meditations that help readers overcome emotional eating, self-criticism, and body dissatisfaction. Through step-by-step practices, readers learn to quiet the inner critic, become more attuned to their bodys natural hunger signals, and ultimately foster a more positive body image.

Jean Fains method is rooted in science but presented in a warm, accessible way that makes it easy for anyone to follow. This book is ideal for readers who have struggled with yo-yo dieting or feel overwhelmed by the pressures of achieving an ideal body. Instead of another restrictive plan, The Self-compassion Diet is about empowering readers to make lasting changes by embracing who they are now, not by fighting to become someone else.

Author Biography

Jean Fain, a licensed psychotherapist and certified hypnotherapist, is a leader in the field of mindful eating and self-compassion-based therapy. With over 25 years of experience, she has helped countless individuals break free from the cycle of dieting, emotional eating, and body shame. Jean has a private practice in Concord, Massachusetts, where she specializes in helping clients cultivate healthier relationships with food through mindfulness, hypnosis, and self-compassion techniques.

Fains work has been featured in prominent publications, including O, The Oprah Magazine, The Boston Globe, and The Huffington Post. She is also a frequent lecturer and workshop leader, sharing her innovative approaches to weight loss with audiences worldwide. Her passion for teaching people how to treat themselves with kindness has earned her a reputation as a compassionate, insightful therapist whose work truly changes lives.