#136: Understanding "normal" eating with Karen Koenig

Karen R. Koenig, LCSW, M.Ed., is a psychotherapist, international, award-winning author, and popular blogger. She has treated dysregulated eaters for 30-plus years. Her books include The Rules of "Normal" Eating, The Food and Feelings Workbook, Outsmarting Overeating, Starting Monday, and Words to Eat By. She lives and practices in Sarasota, Florida and can be found at http://www.karenrkoenig.com.  We discuss topics including: The importance of understanding "normal" eating The development of patience, perseverance and curiosity The "weight desire" is based on our culture Using the power of self-talk Learning how to use the word "want" instead of "should"   SHOW NOTES: www.karenrkoenig.com https://www.facebook.com/normaleatingwithkarenrkoenig (book) The Rules of "Normal" Eating (book) The Food and Feelings Workbook (book) Nice Girls Finish Fat (book) What Every Therapist Needs to Know about Treating Eating and Weight Issues (book) Starting Monday (book) Outsmarting Overeating (book) Helping Patients Outsmart Overeating (book) Words to Eat By ____________________________________________ If you have any questions regarding the topics discussed on this podcast, please reach out to Robyn directly via email: [email protected] You can also connect with Robyn on social media by following her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes and subscribe. Visit Robyn's private practice website where you can subscribe to her free monthly insight newsletter, and receive your FREE GUIDE "Maximizing Your Time with Those Struggling with an Eating Disorder". Your Recovery Resource, Robyn's new online course for navigating your loved one's eating disorder, is available now! For more information on Robyn's book "The Eating Disorder Trap", please visit the Official "The Eating Disorder Trap" Website. "The Eating Disorder Trap" is also available for purchase on Amazon.