Episode Guest: Dr. Amy Porto of the Eat Better ClubIn business you have to balance self-care with the service of your business. Dr. Amy Porto challenges the narratives of Diet Culture and Entrepreneurship with a focus on self-care over self-control. We touch on the importance of tackling misinformation around nutrition and diet culture, and the consequences of neglecting self-care on both personal and professional fronts.Amy helps us explore the complexities of self-acceptance, feeling deserving in who you are now, and the true definitions of “health and wellness.” She encourages us to pursue authenticity, trust in ourselves, and explore resources for developing better relationships with food and ourselves, ensuring we are empowered to serve our clients and our own wellbeing.Things Dr. Amy is passionate about:Helping people re-connect with their own inner wisdom about how to nourish themselvesBuilding better relationships with food Topic time stamps:0:00 Introducing Dr. Amy Porto01:56 From the Classroom to Facebook Live Rants: Misinformation and Diet Culture07:22 The Impact of Social Media18:07 The Importance of Authenticity and Showing Up as Yourself30:17 Navigating Business, Wellness, and Self-Care40:14 The Power of Prioritizing Yourself45:27 Reconnecting with Your Body & Humor in Diet Culture: Cheat Pees53:28 Self-Care vs. Self-Control: Debunking Diet Myths01:14:26 The Dog Walking Challenge: A Community of Support and Fun01:20:48 Final Thoughts and Resources for a Better Relationship with FoodGuest links & Resources Mentioned:Websites:amyporto.comFollow Amy on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.Get access to Amy’s Eat Better Club and her free guide on How To Build A Better Relationship with Food on her website.Books mentioned:Gap and the GainThe Big Leap___________________About the Lucky Pup Podcast:Show notes, transcripts, and more are on our website. Review, comment, like, and share these conversations!Listen and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Amazon Music, etc.Connecting is more fun than just talking into the internet! Follow the podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, and send me an email: info@luckypuppod.com.