A Week of Eating Our Holiday Fear Foods | Am I Still Afraid of Food?

[@VivianShea]

cant express how much I appreciate all the time and effort you put into your videos, they are so freakin motivating + positive

[@sarasummers50]

I know everyone always says this- but Linda literally always knows EXACTLY what to say. It’s so insane how her videos line up almost perfectly with what is going on in my life and my growth as a person, especially in 2021. I have learned so much from her. She is honestly like a friend and a teacher. When she posts, I feel so encouraged and SEEN. And honestly, even when she DOESNT post consistently I learn things. I realized that at one point I was relying on her videos to get me through the week, and that Helped me understand that I needed to rely on ME to get me through the week. Linda, you are such an inspiration and your story has helped shape the journeys of so many people- myself included. I love you so much it’s insane and I hope 2022 brings you all the joy and happiness in the world ✨

[@ummekulsum5043]

True ❤️

[@charlizea.5775]

well said xoxo

[@cleofe5549]

relate to that so much. i can't even count the amount of times her videos ended up being released at the most perfect time when i needed to hear those words

[@bellaleishear]

happily eating without calorie counters because of you, ily linda

[@strawberrytiramisu]

I wish I could do the same but when I don’t I binge then spiral and gain weight and hate myself. It’s a never ending cycle 🥲. Maybe one day I’ll be able to live life without counting. I hope.

[@lilithz1016]

@@strawberrytiramisu it‘s okay to get help you don‘t have to go through this alone :)

[@anonymoushermionegranger2047]

@@strawberrytiramisu You will. I was in a binge-restrict-cycle. It may sounds weird, but my friends helped me so much, without even knowing. They ate whatever they wanted to, they ate, when they were hungry, just like healthy people did. I was so impressed. They are happy, beautiful and eat - not binging, not restricting, they just eat. That influenced me. I decided, that I don't want to count every fricking calorie. I don't want to live like that. So I ended it, from one day to another. I didn't restrict and I didn't eat the stuff I know the calories from. And you know what? I am happy, I eat when I'm hungry and I feel so much better. I just eat, I don't count. And somehow, my binging is away aswell now. I eat like a normal person, and I was stuck in that cycle for almost 2 years. You can do it, you really can.

[@yailyngonzalez1806]

I’m really trying too! Can you tell me some tips what helped you stop? I realized I have counted them for so long that everything that goes inside me I already know the count. I feel like I can’t escape it.

[@zimrachickering1068]

Same!

[@jasmine070]

“Everyone needs different amounts of food to feel satisfied” - love this

[@chloep4500]

"Today, it's not so much about planning my food but planning my mindset." As beautiful as it is, I think it is important to highlight these uncomfortable parts of recovery (which is a journey ). You're insanely wise

[@aurelieliot646]

I’m French and I discovered your channel last year and you helped me so much. I want you to know that you are helping people all around the world, fighting diet culture and eating disorders. You are such an example. You are putting so much effort in your videos and you’re always sharing your struggles but also hope. Linda you are an angel. Take care of yourself 💙

[@esmee427]

Proud of you

[@mokimoki8937]

I literally cried watching this video. I decided to stop food have control over me for 2022, but after like 2-3 days I was so frustrated and depressed because to stop hating myself for eating some foods is sooooo hard that I almost decided to give up. And watching you share such a positive and wonderful video just made me realize how strong and inspiring you are. You are literally my role model and watching you really gives me inspiration to keep working on myself.....Love you so much...Your videos are literally like therapy sessions for me....Bless You!!

[@h.p.7325]

Please never stop trying and don't give up! It will be worth it and I'm so fucking proud that you're trying!

[@mokimoki8937]

@@h.p.7325 Thank you so much..

[@neenaschramm]

the content at cindy’s house NEVER disappoints.

[@666symbiosis]

i’ve been actively struggling w both types of eating disorders since i was 17, i hadn’t found any sources that ACTUALLY are helpful and i’ve spent tons on self help novels, therapy and apps. (therapy is helpful but only when it’s consistent and i wasn’t lmao, so that’s my bad.) your videos help a lot with my brain and telling myself it’s ok when i mess up and that i don’t have to punish myself by eating more, restricting or exercising to the point of serious pain. i know u do this for so many of us but i’m so grateful. between u and a few others who talk abt mindful eating and enjoying the capacity of ur body even if it’s really hard to, i feel so much better. i’m still struggling but there’s a little weight off my chest that’s gone. thank u for all u do

[@sanikakulkarni4887]

I was waiting for another video. Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay. Who else agrees that Linda's videos are literally free therapy sessions? Thank you so much for what you do for us Linda. ❤️

[@asraazeem4832]

They fr are free therapy

[@shamikatapasvi8345]

Yass! They make me feel better about myself

[@AdamIsMyNameO]

It's the same video every single time....

[@sanikakulkarni4887]

@@AdamIsMyNameO Nope, it really isn't.

[@AdamIsMyNameO]

@@sanikakulkarni4887 yes it is… every video is just repeating to eat what you want and like your body… every time

[@sophieheger887]

I wish I could have Linda as my mental coach, sitting on my shoulder. Just so I could have her positivity and her powerful talks with me every single moment ❤

[@Julia-sj2qy]

Linda is literally one of the few people on KZbin I watch that I can actually relate to and get motivated to get my life back

[@racheljones5089]

New Year’s resolution for me was to never count calories. Currently on a trip to Canada and eating what makes me happy, when I need it, and I can’t say anything other than “Thank you, Linda” My enjoyment of life shouldn’t be diminished by the curves of my hips. Six months after finding Linda’s videos I recovered from a year’s worth of amenorrhea. The numbers destroyed my health and Linda’s encouragement saved it.

[@annab5725]

hi linda

[@user-oz7qg2nx1d]

I always used to struggle with belly fat, but l wasn't overweight nor fit l was in the" skinny fat category " so for that reason alone l started exercising regularly and l did achieve my weight goals, however , l lost my period because of how strict l was with food and l lost my appetite as well and once l found your channel l started to develop a good relationship with food so a big thank you. LOVE YOU ♥

[@nawalahmediman]

i am slowly but surely getting over my bad eating habits and being scared of food , thank you so much linda for being in my life because of you i am able to accept myself as i grow for the better i love you so much

[@dorinarmani7037]

Hi Linda, I am currently struggling a lot with food right now. I'm not in a good place and haven't been for a long time, even though there are so many people trying to help me. Everyone around me has done so much and tried their hardest so that I could get better and none of that works. I found your account about two months ago and out of all the therapy, food lectures, and hospital visits I’ve been in, YOU were the one who helped me better realize that it's ok. That it's ok to eat the foods I want and not be afraid. And that it's ok to stubble across bad days. Whenever I get those days where I'm lost and tired and feel like I have no strength to eat or do anything anymore, I go on your channel. Because you give me hope. You help me realize that there is a whole, happy life outside the one I'm currently stuck in, and that there is in fact an end to a long tunnel. I haven't given up yet because people like you are giving me hope. Thank you so much Linda for being a huge inspiration to so many people, including me. You saved my life and I will always appreciate you for it

[@reaganlanghofer7613]

This is literally exactly what I needed. You are an inspiration, Linda. Don't let anyone ever tell you different or make you feel unimportant or special, because you are incredible. I'm so proud of the progress you made. Thank you for helping others through your own difficulties

[@lyxxinz7108]

Linda's posted yall, it's free therapy time Seriously though, thanks for all that you do linda! :3

[@nidhiprabhath6353]

I swear you are like a ray of sunshine, Linda. You're amazing, girl ❤

[@la_vida_es_buena]

10:23 - i REALLY needed this. thank you. my mom had this co worker at the ymca that i hadnt seen since i was 8 (im 13 now) since i saw her i developed an eating disorder and lost weight. when she saw everyone, she went around hugging people but she stopped at me, said "wow! youve lost so much weight!!" then hugged me. since then im scared about how much im eating, so i dont gain. so she can still think that. so she doesnt have to think im fat in the first place, ever again. linda, i love you so much for getting me through this.

[@nevecampbell513]

I know exactly what your going through. Despite being 7 years now recovered I still have days where I punish myself especially when I eat unhealthy food. Over the last few years my weight was literally dropping off due to unknown health issues. My lowest weight went down to under 40kg. Trying to gain the weight back was so hard and scary because I had to eat over 3-4,000 calories. Saying I wasn’t triggered or had bab body image days I would be lying to myself. I’m happy 😊 because now I’m back to a healthy weight but because I’m at my heaviest I’ve ever been I’m sadly struggling with embracing/loving my new curvy body. But watching your videos especially your latest videos has been really helping me so thank you so much Linda!

[@okeydokey9175]

the fact that i chose to listen linda's wondeful words than to listen to my teacher during online class

[@zahraraja3355]

Your videos helped me recover, and i thank you for helping me and many others to find themselves again! Dont forget to prioritize yourself and take care of yourself girl 💗💗

[@astoria1331]

Wow. Your videos make me cry and smile at the same time. You make everything okay. Thank you Linda. You are so beautiful and I love you with my whole heart. You are helping me every day. You are the light who shows me the path in the dark.

[@scrwaapp]

Oh my godd Linda you’re literally my idol and hero thanks to you my fear of eating is gone now 😭😭 you are a real savior tysm for making me realize it’s ok to eat ❤️❤️

[@hhermelin2679]

The feeling when you wake up and see that you have posted is an undesirable good feeling and you know the video will be reason that you get trough the day😊

[@appelsiini465]

What do you mean “undesirable”?

[@hhermelin2679]

Sorry I meant to say indescribable…

[@appelsiini465]

@@hhermelin2679 ah

[@sarahward4378]

appreciate linda more than I can say. she got me to stop counting calories in December 2020 and I've never been so happy. i owe so much to you linda

[@suereads2030]

linda, you have no idea how much you changed my life and my mindset , i just want o say thank you for being you thank you for loving you thank you for listening to you

[@marvellousmocha1386]

Thinking about the nutrients is great advice. In 2021 I went through a really bad mental period with food, and one of the main things to get me out of it was changing my mindset to this. I’d recommend thinking about the “good” foods this way too, because you don’t tend to feel the need to train your mind to eat food that doesn’t freak you out, but that can leave this distinction in your brain between “good” and “bad” food. It’s also just empowering to feel like you’re doing well by your body by eating, you deserve to feel that wether you’re eating your fear foods or having a balanced lunch or a cheat day or you’re bodybuilding or training for a marathon or literally just having a snack while you watch Netflix. Break the distinction in your head, the point of a healthy lifestyle isn’t restriction, it’s balance.

[@KelaniPhilippschoice]

you’re videos are actually what get me through my week. thank you for helping me embrace my flaws

[@fionabutcher2528]

I cannot appreciate you and your content enough. Thank you for still being here and being so imperfect and honest. It is so beautiful. Your content reaches me to my heart and encourages me to become my best self day in day out. Thank you for saving me, in every way a person can be saved ❤

[@karlacontreras4204]

there are so many comments about how you have helped so many people and i also wanted to comment that you have helped me so much, you have no idea how much your videos help me and it makes me happy to see you happy, this is like free therapy, please don't stop uploading videos and thanks for your help, I love you and stay healthy :3

[@emily3255]

the things you’re saying in the video of the video are so relatable. this disorder is so unfair, we are meant to enjoy food and not be afraid of food. but i‘m glad to see you happy in this video. and to everyone, if you‘re recovering rn i just want to say i‘m proud of you and you can do this! remember, there are people out there that care about you.

[@emilylisette4608]

Wow this is a masterpiece. Thank you Linda for this video. I put on your videos to listen to while I fall asleep because I love listening to everything you have to say. You should totally have a podcast!!!! Luv u!!!!!

[@Idk-pt2fu]

as someone in recovery from anorexia, I keep coming back to your account to remind myself what life is about and that I need food to live that good life thank u xxx

[@ameliaderrig]

All the time, effort, and love you put into these videos is truly amazing Linda!! You motivate me so much to keep recovering and I can’t thank you enough 💗

[@malicavlog4789]

sincerely you've grown/glow up so much since I've been following you. I'm so proud to see how you are sharing so good waves... ily

[@sreemathil3230]

The smile i get on my face when i see that Linda has uploaded a vid..♥

[@justmia_]

linda, one day i want to over come this and be as strong as you. thank you so much for providing us with hope and inspiration, you always know what to say and you have helped so many people.

[@ritabaomonycheng3032]

So proud of you Linda! Be who you are, eat what you want. Exercise to be strong and healthy, not to burn off what you ate. It took me 20+ years to realize that so you are on the right path! Best of luck in 2022!!! Love you

[@Blue08326]

I stopped feeling guilty about eating snacks after watching a couple of your videos. Thank you for making me feel more confortable in my own skin and also for making me realise that food and workout is just a small part of life and there are soo many wonders to discover about ourselves

[@katerambolamanana4056]

I’ve been struggling with food so much since the beginning of the year. And ma’am, today I really broke down because of it all - I couldn’t stand the sight of myself. I knew immediately to run here. Thank you for being you, for loving us enough to share your vulnerability and for accepting your love for food so unapologetically.

[@jaelynn4333]

you’ve been an inspiration to me for the past year, but january and february have been really rough for me. I stopped journaling, doing yoga, and keeping my space clean and i reverted back to ed habits. i also stopped watching your videos. I started watching this one and i was just crying and it felt like a breath of fresh air. you give me a mindset i couldn’t have found on my own and i’ll always love you

[@rizajeansobredilla5910]

It always ends with loving and accepting yourself Thank you Linda 😊💜

[@KaileeYT]

I think we can all say that Linda is a true inspiration!! Love your videos!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@realisticallymay]

when you wake up way too early and diff timezones are being good to you.... LINDA, HOW DO YOU ALWAYS KNOW I NEED YOU AND YOUR WORDS?!

[@bubbaflatile]

You seem to enjoy food so much, I appreciate that it scares you. But you go for it and that's amazing 👏 I'm an old fart that had an eating disorder and now my stomach is so wrecked I can't eat without pain and suffering. Being skinny wasn't worth it! Enjoy the food and life and moments and laughter and happiness! Because without health life is meaningless 🥰💘💚

[@StephieD.]

Love you so much, when all is a struggle your words help to get through it. Thank you and your beautiful soul. You are a blessing to the world in every size :-) love love love

[@gypsynobles]

Your comment on the fashion is so so important! Focusing on fashion that fits and works for you makes you so much more confident.

[@matngisharma8851]

LINDA , you're important in the lives of several people around the world . so so far and yet so close . you've unknowingly led people somewhere they never knew they could be . I hope that you are showered with lots of happiness . GBU . Keep doing this amazing work , it repairs way more damage than you may ever know .

[@antoanetakoleva6580]

The less you think about one thing, the less it circulates in your mind and therefore the less worries you hold about it. That's how i healed my relationship with food. And now i am living my life. Think less, feel more and after some time you will know why and how you feel, analyse your feelings unintentionally and know in your gut what you should do to feel your best. Simple guide to becoming in tune with yourself and getting jn touch with your inner and deepest self. Try following your advice. You will thank yourself later when the realization hits you and feel amazing, blessed, like the warrior you have always been, but now - you won't be hiding it

[@rihaboubial1083]

You are literally my biggest source of inspiration, you make me always feel better and your videos are the most amazing and relaxing ones I could ever watch ... You are just my biggest model and Thank you for everything ✨

[@Anna-ip7gs]

I can relate to that juice fear so much 🍊 Your videos are such a comfortzone. I’m in recovery for about 1 year and since I found your channel 2 months ago my relationship with my body and food has improved so much. Thanks ✨

[@jemmakosalko2870]

Linda THANK YOU

[@sofijajaric2744]

I love your videos so much. I wish that I could be as comfortable talking about food as you. You're seriously my comfort character. Its some times really hard to grow up in a family who constantly judges your body no matter how skinny or fat I am but you make my life better.

[@israelzav3209]

I haven’t watch the video but I just want to say thank you Linda for always be you and, i think I could speak for lots of us but you have been such an important piece in my recovery, lots of love

[@melissawilson3200]

This is exactly what I needed today, thank you so much for showing us how life is suppose to be lived ❤️ you are amazing . Please continue making videos like this 🎉 you inspire me so much

[@N4l4sFav]

Your videos are SO INSPIRING, they really challenge our fears, not only related to food and exercise, but also in taking risks in life. Linda, you inspire me so much to heal my relationship with food and exercise, and live life has it really should: embracing who we are. This is now going to seem very random, but I also absolutely ADORE to get some quality, nourishing and delicious fruits and vegetables (BROCCOLI TEAM FOREVER, nothing can change my opinion), peanut butter, oatmeal (especially overnight oats) avocado toast and fiber cereal with almond/oat milk ;) Again, thank you so so SO much for being such a good example, and to show people the real, and mostly still stunning and beautiful, world. Ily Linda

[@morenafay2799]

you literally saved me from me, and now i'am trying to help me because of you. i am so fucking proud of you linda, you are an incredible woman who fights every single day and inspires other persons to love and acept them too. just want to thank you for making my life better and showing me that my body doesn't define who i am. it still hard and i don't really love me right now but i am working on that, cause i know one day i will say "yes, i did it. i am strong, beautiful and smart. of course i did it". love you literally a lot, like it's insane. your videos brings me so much hapiness or just you and your pretty attitude. i hope you have an espectacular year, you deserve it. remember we are here for you

[@abbyklake]

One of my comfort youtubers, thank you so much for being you Linda 💖

[@Laura-dg1zq]

I was struggling for a long time having been working out constantly without any food until dinner. There was so much pressure I was putting on myself trying to be perfect. I realized that perfect doesn’t exist and I can’t make it by being so hard on myself. You showed me that it is a normal thing people go through and that breaks are necessary. I love you and I’ve been following you for a very long time. For some reason KZbin keeps removing my subscriptions so I see your videos really late. Sorry for the paragraph but you are such a realistic person and inspiration to me as well as many others. I love you!!!💖💖💖

[@Laura-dg1zq]

Not me crying one minute into this video though 😭😭

[@jilluise]

Changing who you are to look like someone else only brings you further from who you actually are ✨ word!!! I love what you do. Never stop pls🙏🏼

[@emilinemiller]

A new video from Linda just lights up my day. Thank you Linda for all you do and the positive message you are sharing. Happy New Year and may this be the best one yet

[@LydiaStrough]

I'd like to think that I have good relationship with food. It has taken YEARS, but I'd like to think that I am there. But one of the fear foods that popped up in your video was LIQUID calories. I RARELY, if ever, drink soda or juice or put creamer in my coffee. It doesn't scare me to think about drinking these things, but there is some definite hesitation. Maybe I should internally reflect on this a little? Thank you Linda for another amazing video. I love you. Happy 2022 💖

[@liesefajemirokun1953]

I am currently going through recovery from my eating disorder and you have helped me so much. I am so grateful for you because you remind me everyday that life can be more the food and my body and that one day I can love myself too. Thank you so much

[@sun_flower2164]

Hey Linda!!! Thank you so much for such healing and wonderful videos. I know there’s a lot on your plate, but could a video about not being able to stop eating be a suggestion? ❤️❤️

[@ameliedesai]

These videos make my day and as someone working to find balance you are truly so inspiring

[@sanukisuraweera9523]

I love you so much!!!!thank you for spreading positivity to those who need it!

[@zarajukes6537]

Love you Linda, I cant say how much you have helped me through tough times

[@yusa7213]

Just had a massive binge yesterday and waking up to this made me feel better thank you🙂

[@iAmBeaTLes]

Your friend looked so cute Loved your friends hamming it up for the camera. Most of all, loved the message of this video.

[@ayoolascott]

I just love ❤️ when I see a new video from Linda. Feels so good 😊

[@polinagrusha8881]

Your videos always make me feel better! I’m trying to find some balance in my relationship with food and your work inspires me not to give up and accept all my downs and ups❤️✨

[@miam7263]

dude i would love to hear about friend breakups, friendships shifting in my adulthood has been so hard and its so refreshing to hear someone else even mention it!

[@Fht9]

“You are not better than anyone, and nobody is better than you”.

[@ceren.kirbas]

finding my strength with you always..you and your videos give me so much hope that EVERYTHING WILL BE OKAY

[@vivianszostak9280]

i swear every time i watch your content its like reading the best self care book EVER. ilysm linda

[@mary4125]

this video was one of the most wholesome videos!! linda, you've been such a big encouragement for literally ALL of us watching ur videos and i cannot express how much comfort and assurance i feel whenever i'm watching ur videos. i hope the best, and only the best for you in 2022, linda. xoxo

[@heathero6017]

There aren’t too many places that would understand the gravity of the fact that I am eating peanut butter toast while watching this but I have a feeling there might be a person or 2 here who gets it.

[@bib_nae7916]

I totally get it and i'm so proud of you ❤❤

[@RoRO9-t2g]

I love your channel !!! Thank you for teaching me how to continue to still love the foods I eat and not feel bad about it while still living a balance lifestyle

[@nhudang7357]

you don't know how much your contents inspired me these days, I can't love myself like i used to but thanks to your videos, i'm gaining my confidence back

[@pesianu]

I love how foreigners just love Indian food. If someone asks me my favourite thing about my own culture, it's the food 100% !!!! Nothin in the whole world beats a good butter chicken and garlic naan. Nothing.

[@ameliaamaree]

Butter chicken and garlic naan is literally the best thing ever!!

[@bbypinkcherry]

i’ve been OBSESSED with naan recently!! i get that now instead of pita bread. i ate tons of indian food when i was vegetarian too since there were a lot of hearty options already close to what i was used to since i’m carribean. it makes me want to go to india now just to eat authentic indian food 🤤

[@sandehadebe1533]

I believe in you,, Linda. I love how well you articulate yourself. You can really do very well in the podcast industry. Love from South Africa 🥰

[@alonii.]

I have had a really bad today I haven’t felt good at all I even thought I had covid. Seeing that you posted honestly made my day I got so excited. I love your videos Linda and you are seriously my idol and my favorite KZbinr ever 💕

[@juliaa6373]

I love your videos so much, your words are always encouraging and show a world where we can exercise without the mindset that can trigger ED.

[@tayslayyyyyy]

it's so comforting to watch it while still feeling the need to fast and all of it, it makes me feel like I could one day be able to escape too.

[@estefanibeltran4519]

🥺 love this video I struggle with allowing myself to eat certain foods due to fear but I plan on allowing myself to love myself and have a healthy relationship with food. 🤍🤍🤍

[@Bleigh1584]

I love you Linda and I love your videos!! I just started doing Pilates and haven’t felt like lifting after I got the big C…. I started feeling guilty but you reminded me to do what my body needs and what I love. Thank you 🤍

[@gabrielleclark5538]

You’re one of my biggest inspirations to keep my recovery journey going. Thank you for posting on KZbin and putting so much effort into your videos. They are beautiful and so helpful for someone who has been struggling with their own eating disorder and depression

[@annabarradas1585]

I catch myself smiling at your videos. The world feels possible with your videos. I have a long way to go with myself, and I thank you for your content, helping people in ways you can’t imagine.💗

[@yoda6049]

Linda!! I've been exactly where you are less than a year ago! Keep figuring it out!! You can do it

[@christinatran8026]

I love Linda so much from your personality to humor and you try so hard for these videos I can’t you are amazing 🤩 and so beautiful 😍 and inspiring

[@applejuicem1611]

just wanna express so much thanks and gratitude for you Linda. thank you

[@kaiya33123]

Love You Linda❣❣❣ ThankYou so much for your words and content as a whole🥺🥰💞 I'm sending love all around the entire Sun family😁

[@withlovebellaa]

ur videos r always so therapeutic! and the editing always gets better and better!

[@catkat4619]

You made me cry in a good way and I am thankfull! You are just so relateble and real and I feel like you are the friend that I need

[@amparomadueno8631]

just had installed MyFitnessPal today cause I was feeling fat, installed after this video. Love how Linda always makes me feel better

[@krystinamargherita]

Have you ever considered doing a podcast? I literally play your videos in the background, while I cook. The sound of your voice and what you are saying is so calming and I love the messages you send!

[@Esteria]

I count calories and have no intention to stop but watching your videos has helped me get food freedom, I now have no problem taking breaking from counting and exercise, I eat home cooked meals even if the calories aren't accurate and don't feel bad eating over or under my calories some days! Thanks Linda