The holidays bring food, family, traditions—and often a surprising amount of pressure about what, when, and how we should eat. Dr. Helena Boersma will discuss how to make food choices you feel good about in Navigating Food During the Holidays on Tuesday, November 17, at 7:00 PM.
This presentation will explore the many influences that shape our food decisions, including family traditions, social expectations, emotions, habits, health goals, and the constant stream of advice about what we “should” and “shouldn’t” eat. Rather than focusing on dieting or prescribing the “right” way to eat, participants will learn how to recognize these influences and make food decisions that better reflect their own needs, values, and priorities.
The goal is simple: make a thoughtful choice, feel comfortable with it, and move on without unnecessary guilt or second-guessing.
Dr. Helena Boersma is an educator, licensed mental health counselor, and university program director with extensive experience teaching and working with adults around behavior, decision-making, and personal well-being. Her current educational work explores the psychological, emotional, and social influences that shape everyday food decisions. Her approach moves away from traditional diet-focused conversations and instead helps people better understand why food decisions can become complicated and how greater awareness can support more confident decision-making.
If you’d like to attend this program, please register now through our Event Calendar.
Published on November 11, 2026.
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