Brain over Binge Podcast Ep. 102: Recovery Stories, Part II
Jun 27, 2022
Hear inspiring recovery tales from Maribel, Danielle, and Michele as they share their journeys of overcoming binge eating. Maribel transitioned from restrictive dieting to body acceptance, while Danielle found control through the 'animal brain' model. Michele discusses how understanding habits led to rapid changes in her life. Each story emphasizes that you're not alone and highlights practical insights for building a binge-free existence. Plus, discover valuable coaching resources to support your recovery!
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College Dieting Snowballed Into Disorder
- Maribel started dieting in college and escalated from counting calories to severe restriction that caused physical harm.
- Her first binge felt like a monster unleashed and led to compensatory behaviors like laxative use and overexercise.
Recovery Isn't A Weight-Loss Shortcut
- Maribel realized recovery was not a tool to lose weight and that chasing weight loss sabotaged her progress.
- She stopped dieting permanently and focused on ending the binge cycle instead.
Address Body Acceptance To Prevent Relapse
- Work on body acceptance and self-worth so you stop returning to dieting and restriction.
- Use therapy to address weight-related fear while using binge-focused tools to stop the binges.
