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:
Let go of holiday guilt and anxiety around food
Practice mindful eating without restriction or obsession
Find balance between indulgence and nourishment
Set boundaries with family and social expectations
Cultivate body acceptance and self-compassion
🎧 Tune in for empowering stories, practical nutrition advice, and mindset shifts to help you navigate the holidays with freedom, confidence, and peace.
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💫 About Kim Gross Kim Gross is the author of Free to Be: A Pathway to Inner Liberation and host of the Masks Off Podcast. Through her 5-Step POWER Pathway, Kim helps people-pleasers and perfectionists break free from fear, guilt, and self-judgment so they can live with authenticity, balance, and inner peace.
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About Lauren:
Lauren Francesconi is a registered dietitian in training and the founder of Losowell, a personalized nutrition practice helping women optimize their gut, hormone, and metabolic health through a functional, evidence-based approach. With a background in nutrition and health promotion, Lauren combines science with lifestyle to empower clients to “unlock their potential” — reaching their goals without restriction.
She’s passionate about translating complex nutrition science into practical, sustainable habits that fit real life. Through her content, counseling, and programs, Lauren helps others reconnect with their bodies, build balanced plates, and create confidence around food.
Outside of her work with Losowell, Lauren is completing her dietetic internship, collaborating with leading functional medicine practices, and building a thriving online community centered on holistic health, mindset, and modern wellness.
Connect with Lauren:
Instagram: losowell
Email: lauren@loswell.com
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