August 28, 2018
BBW MEMBER INTERVIEW WITH: Jenny Eden Berk – Certified Eating Psychology Coach
What is your name and occupation?
Jenny Eden Berk - Certified Eating Psychology Coach
What is your instagram handle?
coachjennyeden
How long have you been a Boston Business Women’s Member?
Less than 1 year
Were you born and raised in Boston? If not, what brought you here?
I was born and raised in NYC but went to Brandeis University and always loved New England. I ultimately moved here for love when I met my husband and have been here 16 years now and the roots run deep and I love living here
Tell us more about your job or company and what led you to your career?
After earning my Masters degree in education and psychology at the I had had 13 years at a National Weight and Health Management company working as a health educator before I realized that I didn't feel like I was truly helping people just by losing weight. I knew I needed to go deeper and understand the root causes of why people felt called to overeat, binge and stress eat in the first place and what had people so discontent with their bodies. I found the Institute for the Psychology of Eating and embarked on a beautiful journey that allowed me to finally stop chronic dieting, heal my relationship with food and my body and I've been helping others to do the same for almost 3 years now!
What would your clients say about you and your company?
They would say that I am warm, easy to talk to, nonjudgemental and loyal. They love the content, creativity and depth of learning and growth they get through my coaching and programs.
What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
To expect failures, disappointments and hardships. Those aren't what keep us down or stymie us - it's the resiliency, persistence and abundance and gratitude mindset that truly makes us happy and fulfilled.
What is your favorite book?
The Great Gatsby
What is your secret weapon? An app, a tool, a organization method, anything?! (Can be a personal or professional life tool)
Calm.com - amazing for meditation and for, ya know, getting and staying calm during our chaotic and busy lives!
What advice would you give to your younger self?
To stop attributing your worth to your weight and appearance.
How do you enjoy your free time?
Travel, music, spending time with good friends. I love yoga and learning and writing, cooking, entertaining, taking on a challenge. Being with people I love.
What is something that not many people know about you?
I was a talent scout for MCA/Universal Records and worked on Jerry Seinfeld's comedy album. I was only 22 and tried to get him to ask me out! (sadly, it was a no-go)
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