Eat the Cookie, Say No to the Drama: How to Ditch Holiday Guilt for Good

Masks Off: Inner Freedom For People-Pleasers and Perfectionists · Nov 13, 2025 · 35m

Do the holidays leave you stressed about food, body image, or saying no to that second helping (or that draining family event)? You’re not alone. 💛

In this episode of Masks Off for People Pleasers and Perfectionists, host Kim Gross sits down with Lauren Francesconi, a nutritionist in training to become a registered dietitian, to unpack the emotional and mental pressures around holiday eating. Together, they explore how perfectionism and people-pleasing show up at the table — and how to create a healthier, more joyful relationship with food and yourself this season.

✨ You’ll learn how to:

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