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EPISODE · Sep 25, 2025 · 1H 3M

42 Years of Bulimia Gone in 6 Hours: Interview With Mimi L.

from Overcoming PTSD with Brad Schipke · host Overcoming PTSD

Struggling with PTSD and ready to FULLY recover? Join my recovery program here (costs less than a single therapy session): https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   Healing 42 Years of Trauma-Induced Bulimia in Two Sessions: Mimi's Story In this episode of the Overcoming PTSD podcast, I interview a Mimi who overcame 42 years of trauma-induced bulimia in just two sessions of processing over six hours. Mimi shares her journey, starting from her teenage years in 1979, how bulimia progressively took over her life, and the turning point that led to her healing. She discusses the triggering events, her process of self-discovery, failed attempts to find help, and the eventual breakthrough through a combination of journaling, analyzing emotions, and processing trauma. This episode sheds light on the connection between trauma and eating disorders, offering hope and actionable insights for those struggling with similar issues.  00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:27 Mimi's Early Struggles with Bulimia 01:58 Realization and Self-Discovery 04:20 Managing Bulimia for 20 Years 06:50 The Turning Point: Finding BTU 08:42 Processing Trauma and Healing 13:23 Insights on Eating Disorders and Trauma 17:36 Brad's Reflections and Further Questions 35:31 Healing Trauma at the Root 36:31 Rapid Processing and Results 39:58 The Power of Journaling 44:27 Analyzing and Processing Emotions 51:51 Core Beliefs and Self-Perception 57:43 Advice for Those Struggling 01:01:18 Final Thoughts on Healing   PODCAST INFO: – Podcast Website: https://www.overcomingptsd.com/ – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-overcoming-ptsd-podcast/id1444342036 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rQm0kZjQukx9nKAd2KcQH?si=8e9SjnuIQdG45Skmzn48Iw – RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/overcomingptsd/feed.xml   FOLLOW & CONNECT: – YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OvercomingPTSD?sub_confirmation=1

Struggling with PTSD and ready to FULLY recover? Join my recovery program here (costs less than a single therapy session): https://www.skool.com/brokentounbreakable   Healing 42 Years of Trauma-Induced Bulimia in Two Sessions: Mimi's Story In this episode of the Overcoming PTSD podcast, I interview a Mimi who overcame 42 years of trauma-induced bulimia in just two sessions of processing over six hours. Mimi shares her journey, starting from her teenage years in 1979, how bulimia progressively took over her life, and the turning point that led to her healing. She discusses the triggering events, her process of self-discovery, failed attempts to find help, and the eventual breakthrough through a combination of journaling, analyzing emotions, and processing trauma. This episode sheds light on the connection between trauma and eating disorders, offering hope and actionable insights for those struggling with similar issues.  00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:27 Mimi's Early Struggles with Bulimia 01:58 Realization and Self-Discovery 04:20 Managing Bulimia for 20 Years 06:50 The Turning Point: Finding BTU 08:42 Processing Trauma and Healing 13:23 Insights on Eating Disorders and Trauma 17:36 Brad's Reflections and Further Questions 35:31 Healing Trauma at the Root 36:31 Rapid Processing and Results 39:58 The Power of Journaling 44:27 Analyzing and Processing Emotions 51:51 Core Beliefs and Self-Perception 57:43 Advice for Those Struggling 01:01:18 Final Thoughts on Healing   PODCAST INFO: – Podcast Website: https://www.overcomingptsd.com/ – Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-overcoming-ptsd-podcast/id1444342036 – Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4rQm0kZjQukx9nKAd2KcQH?si=8e9SjnuIQdG45Skmzn48Iw – RSS: https://feed.podbean.com/overcomingptsd/feed.xml   FOLLOW & CONNECT: – YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@OvercomingPTSD?sub_confirmation=1

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