EP118: Part 1 Beyond the Binge: Understanding Why We Binge Eat

If you are someone who has been battling binge eating, emotional eating, and that uncontrollable urge to snack, then this episode is for you.Binge eating is a complex issue that goes beyond just overeating or failing diets –it can not simply be fixed by dieting! Today, Christina discusses binge eating disorder, common triggers for binge eating, the cycle of bingeing and guilt, and how to overcome bingeing urges.In this episode, Christina discusses:Christina’s experience with binge eating disorder and body image issuesHow binge eating goes beyond overeating and is not simply fixed by dietingPsychological aspects of binge eatingCommon triggers for binge eating — stress, trauma, using food as comfort, etcWhy simply focusing on weight loss does not address the psychological factors of binge eatingThe cycle of binge eating and self-punishmentTips for overcoming bingeing urges Memorable Quotes:“Your brain is not meant to keep you happy. Your brain is designed to keep you safe. So whatever behavior and feeling and way of living you are used to, whether it’s great or whether it’s bad, that is what your brain is going to associate with safety.”“You do not have to go through life feeling controlled by food. You do not have to go through life feeling insecure.”“Your body is like the only thing that’s going to be with you for your entire life. You cannot get away from it.”Links Mentioned: Christina's Instagram: @knifina Christina's TikTok: @knifinaCoaching Application: https://cutandconquer.typeform.com/CQA-application Free FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/weightsandwellness/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.