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
Respecting Your Body's Signals
Hunger isn't the enemy—it's your body's gentle way of communicating what it needs. Learning to trust these signals can free you from food anxiety.
Apr 19, 2022
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Say Cheese!
Photos can capture precious memories instead of triggering self-criticism about your body. You deserve to be present in moments that matter.
Dec 25, 2021
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"Just a Little Bit": How To Practice Moderation Skills
Moderation isn't about willpower or self-control, but a learnable skill rooted in pleasure and self-awareness. You can break free from cycles.
Nov 23, 2021
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minute read
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Myths Debunked: No Pain, No Gain
Pushing through pain during workouts might actually work against your health goals. You can build a gentler relationship with movement.
Oct 26, 2021
4
minute read
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Goodbye Clean Plate Club!
Breaking the habit of finishing everything on your plate starts with tuning into your body's natural fullness cues. You can rediscover the ease of eating that feels right for you.
Oct 5, 2021
4
minute read
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Diet food? Yuck!
Nutritious foods feel boring because past diets made you eat them as punishment. Making peace with all foods helps you enjoy nourishing meals.
Jul 27, 2021
4
minute read
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Will I Lose Weight if I Stop Dieting?
Your body holds onto weight when it feels restricted and unsafe from dieting. Partnership with your hunger cues creates the safety needed for natural weight release.
Jun 22, 2021
3
minute read
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6 Steps to Healthy Habits That Last
Small, consistent changes create lasting habits better than dramatic overhauls ever could. You can build routines that feel natural and sustainable.
May 4, 2021
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minute read
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Coach Spotlight: Livia
Your relationship with food reflects your relationship with life itself. Understanding this connection opens the door to genuine nourishment.
Apr 20, 2021
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