Confessions of a Binge Eater

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Confessions of a Binge Eater

People who struggle with food and weight tend to look for answers in all the wrong places. Join Tricia Nelson as she takes you on this journey of inspiration and healing.

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    Ep 589- Food Noise: The Mind That Won’t Stop Thinking About Food

    This episode kicks off a powerful new series on “food noise” — the relentless mental chatter about food, weight, and eating that can feel impossible to escape. Tricia explores what food noise really is, why it’s about so much more than willpower, and how emotional eating often masks deeper pain, stress, and unmet needs. If you’ve ever felt consumed by thoughts about food… Source

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    Ep 590- My Mother & the Klepto Cleaning Lady

    A childhood memory of a quiet but powerful moment changed how I saw my mother forever. In this episode, we explore how real strength often shows up in uncomfortable choices, and how learning to trust your voice can transform your relationship with food. Source

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    Ep 587- We’re as Sick as Our Secrets

    This throwback episode revisits a powerful truth: we are as sick as our secrets. Tricia opens up about the hidden world of emotional eating—the shame, the isolation, and the patterns that keep us stuck—and why bringing those secrets into the light is the first step toward real healing. If you’ve ever felt alone in your struggles with food, this conversation offers reassurance, honesty… Source

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    Ep 586- 7 Perils of People-Pleasing

    This is a special throwback episode from the archives—one that’s just too important to leave behind. In this honest and heartfelt share, I open up about my own struggles with people pleasing and how it quietly fuels emotional eating. If you’ve ever said “yes” when you meant “no,” this one will hit home. Let’s look at the real cost of people pleasing—and what it takes to come back to truth. Source

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    Ep 585- You’ve Lost the Weight… Now What?

    Have you ever believed that once you finally lose the weight, everything will feel better? For many emotional eaters, weight loss brings excitement, compliments, and a sense of relief at first—but that feeling often fades. In this episode, Tricia explores what really happens after the weight comes off and why quick fixes rarely solve the deeper struggle with food. She shares how emotional eating… Source

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    Ep 583- You Didn’t Fail at the Diet — The Diet Failed You (Why Smart Women Binge Eat)

    So many women silently carry deep shame when they can’t stick to a diet or feel out of control around certain foods. In this episode, I talk about why that struggle isn’t a failure of willpower. Diets often miss the real reason we turn to food in the first place. I share how emotional eating is driven by deeper needs and feelings, and why healing those root causes is the key to finally finding… Source

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    Ep 582- Is The New Food Pyramid an Improvement? A Discussion with FDN Founder Reed Davis

    Is there wisdom in the new food pyramid? In this episode, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) founder, Reed Davis, does a deep-dive into the hits and misses of the recent, massive shifts in government dietary recommendations. He also shares why you may still want to“test, not guess” in order to find what your unique body actually needs to thrive. If you want to optimize your health… Source

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    Ep 581- Is Your Story Keeping You Stuck around Food?

    Are you stuck in your story — and is it keeping you stuck with food? In this powerful episode, Tricia explores the difference between processing your pain and living inside it. If you’ve ever felt defined by your trauma, medical struggles, or family rejection — and found yourself turning to food for comfort — this conversation will gently challenge and empower you. Learn how staying identified… Source

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    Ep 580- Lessons Learned from 5 Years with the Love of my Life

    In this episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, I share what I’ve learned from five deeply meaningful years with the love of my life. From agreeing to disagree to letting go of the need to change another person, these lessons have supported not only our relationship, but my recovery as an emotional eater. My hope is that what’s working for us might help you create more peace, safety… Source

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    Ep 579- Lipedema & Mystery Weight Loss Resistance

    In this episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, I interviewed Donna Piper, whose story stopped me in my tracks. Donna shares her long, painful journey through invisible illness, medical gaslighting, and unexplained weight gain that had nothing to do with willpower or food choices. We talk honestly about what happens when your body feels like it’s betraying you—and how healing sometimes begins… Source

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    578- Are You Ready to Heal from a Betrayal?

    In this episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, we explore the deep connection between betrayal, emotional pain, and our relationship with food. I sit down with Dr. Debi Silber, a leading voice in betrayal recovery, to talk about how unhealed betrayal can keep us stuck for years—and how true healing is not only possible, but predictable. If you’ve ever used food to numb heartbreak, loss… Source

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    Ep 577- What To Do When You Think You’re Bad

    In this episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, I share a powerful wisdom from my mentor Roy about one of the biggest traps emotional eaters fall into: making everything mean something about us. From other people’s moods to rejection, loss, and disappointment, I unpack how self-pity and self-judgment fuel overeating — and what to do instead. This is a loving reminder that you’re not “that bad,”… Source

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    Ep 576- From Sugar and Shame to Self Love with Julie Alden

    In this heartfelt episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, Tricia sits down with Julie, a Heal Your Hunger client whose journey is filled with honesty, courage, and hope. Julie shares how letting go of sugar, isolation, and self-blame opened the door to healing, self-love, and a deeper connection with herself and others. If you’ve ever felt stuck in emotional eating or dieting despair… Source

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    Ep 575- Is Bingeing on Healthy Foods Actually OK?

    Have you ever told yourself, “At least it’s healthy,” while overeating foods like nuts, hummus, or granola? In this episode, I talk honestly about why binging on so-called healthy foods still keeps the cycle of emotional eating alive. We’ll explore what bingeing is really about, why it so often leads back to sugar and processed foods, and what truly helps you break free. If sugar keeps causing you… Source

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    Ep 574- Give a Nod to God

    In this episode, I share a simple practice that quietly changed my life—a small, symbolic act I call a “nod to God.” It wasn’t fancy, and it wasn’t perfect, but it opened the door to humility, support, and a transformation I couldn’t have imagined. If you’ve ever felt like you can’t do it alone, this conversation is for you. Source

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    Ep 573- Got Self-Esteem Stuff?

    If you struggle with emotional eating, chances are your self-esteem has taken some hits along the way. In this episode, I share how low self-worth fuels overeating, how bingeing damages our trust in ourselves, and why healing your relationship with food has to start from the inside out. Source

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    Ep 572- Top 10 Tips for Lasting Weight Loss in 2026 (Part 2)

    As we step into 2026, this episode invites you to imagine a different relationship with food—one where food no longer owns you and choice replaces compulsion. In part two of my Top 10 Tips for Lasting Weight Loss, I’m sharing the deeper, often overlooked shifts that create real change. This is about healing from the inside out and discovering a path that supports your whole life… Source

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    Ep 571- Top 10 Tips for Lasting Weight Loss in 2026 (Part 1)

    What if this is the year you finally stop starting over? In the first episode of the year, I’m sharing my top 10 tips for lasting weight loss — not diet rules, but deep, meaningful shifts that address what’s really driving overeating and bingeing. If weight loss were about food alone, you would’ve already solved it. These tips look beyond the plate and into the emotional, spiritual… Source

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    Ep 570- My #1 Holiday Tip (for Dealing with Difficult Family Members)

    The holidays can bring joy—and a lot of stress, especially when difficult family members are involved. In this short and sweet episode, I share my number one tip for getting through holiday gatherings with more peace, less frustration, and a lot more compassion. If family dynamics tend to push your buttons, this gentle reminder may change everything. Source

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    Ep 569- Moira Newiss: The Brain Energy Reboot Expert

    Have you ever wondered if what you eat could affect your mood, your clarity, or your mental health? In this episode, I’m joined by Moira Newiss, a registered nutritional therapist and ketogenic metabolic therapy expert, to explore the powerful connection between food and brain energy. Moira shares her own healing journey and explains how supporting the brain through food can bring more calm… Source

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    Ep 568- My Run-in with Chocolate Chips

    In this heartfelt confession, I share a very real moment with chocolate chips—and the powerful reminder it brought. This episode is about radical self-honesty, knowing your personal food triggers, and choosing freedom over self-sabotage. If you’ve ever told yourself “just one won’t hurt,” this conversation is for you. Source

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    Ep 567- Your Energy Uplevel with Allyson Scammell

    In this uplifting episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, I sit down with intuitive coach and energy healer Allyson Scammell for a heartfelt conversation about energy, vibration, and healing the emotional blocks that keep us stuck. We talk about how our emotions show up in the body, why “bubbles” of old pain resurface, and how to release them with compassion instead of food. It’s a grounded… Source

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    Ep 566- 7 Tools for Dealing with Passive-Aggressive People (Without Overeating)

    Do you shut down, over-function, or overeat when someone close to you goes passive aggressive? In this powerful episode, I reveal 7 tools you can use to help protect your peace, stay grounded, and communicate clearly when others use silence, sarcasm, or guilt to express their feelings. It’s a must-listen for emotional eaters who want healthier, calmer relationships—without turning to food to… Source

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    Ep 565- Are You Passive Aggressive?

    In this episode, I’m diving into a pattern so many emotional eaters struggle with—passive aggressive behavior. If you’ve ever gone quiet to make a point, said “I’m fine” when you weren’t, or felt resentful because someone didn’t read your mind, this conversation is for you. Together, we’ll explore why emotional eaters fall into these patterns, how they keep us stuck with food, and the small… Source

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    Ep 564- Turkey Day Triggers (and How to Deal with Them)

    In this holiday episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, we explore gentle, practical ways to stay grounded and connected during a season that can feel overwhelming for emotional eaters. With compassion and honesty, this episode offers support, encouragement, and simple steps to help you feel more at peace—no matter what the holidays bring. Source

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    Ep 563- Are You a Worrywart? Here’s How to Stop Worrying, and Start Living

    In this episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, I’m talking about one of the biggest triggers for emotional eaters: worry. If you’ve ever spun out with “what if” thoughts until you’re stressed, scared, and reaching for food… this one’s for you. I share the real-life stories, tools, and spiritual practices that helped me step out of fear, get present, and stop letting scary thoughts run the show. Source

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    Ep 562- The Perimenopause Revolution with Dr. Mariza Snyder

    If you’ve ever wondered, “What’s happening to my body?” — this episode is for you. Dr. Mariza Snyder, bestselling author of The Perimenopause Revolution, joins me to unpack the confusing, emotional, and often misunderstood journey of perimenopause. From brain fog and belly fat to anxiety and sleep issues, we explore what’s really going on hormonally — and how to bring your body back into balance. Source

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    Ep 561: How to Rock Your Divorce – Meet My Client, Deb

    What would you do if, after nearly 50 years of marriage, your spouse suddenly walked out? In this episode, you’ll meet Deb—a woman who faced unimaginable heartbreak and somehow turned it into the most empowering chapter of her life. Her secret? It’s not what you’d expect. Tune in to hear how she transformed pain into peace, and why she now says her divorce was the best thing that ever happened to… Source

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    Ep 559: Self-Awareness Beats Emotional Eating

    Something happened on my recent trip to Europe that caught me off guard. I found myself feeling… off — edgy, a little “crunchy,” not my usual lighthearted self. It would’ve been easy to brush it off or stuff those feelings down with food like I used to, but instead, I did something different. In this episode, I share what unfolded next — and how one small moment of awareness turned tension into… Source

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    Ep 557: Leave Your Husband Out of It!

    Sometimes the most loving thing we can do is take full responsibility for our own healing. In this special encore episode, I shine a light on the ways we unintentionally pull our loved ones into our struggles with food—and how freeing it can be to let them off the hook. If you’ve ever asked your spouse or partner to join you in a binge, this message is for you. Listen with an open heart… Source

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    Ep 556: Body Love – Is it Even Possible for Emotional Eaters?

    Sometimes the smallest shift can create the biggest transformation. After decades of criticizing my body, I recently experienced a moment that stopped me in my tracks and opened the door to a whole new way of seeing myself. In this episode, I share a very personal turning point in my journey and what it means to truly commit to body love. My hope is that it inspires you to begin—or deepen—your own… Source

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    Ep 555: From Caregiver to Dream Builder with Glory St. Germaine

    What does it look like to care for someone you love while still keeping your own dreams alive? In this episode, I talk with my dear friend Glory St. Germaine—TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and CEO of Ultimate Music Theory. Glory opens up about her journey through caregiving, food struggles, and loss, and how she still found the courage to follow her passion, build a thriving business… Source

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    Ep 554: Fast to Faith: Dr. Tabatha Barber’s Journey to True Healing

    What if the very way you’ve been trying to “fix” yourself is what’s keeping you stuck? This episode isn’t about another diet, quick fix, or doctor’s order—it’s about the deeper hunger that nothing in the pantry can touch. If you’ve ever wondered why healing feels impossible, lean in… this might just flip everything you thought you knew. Source

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    Ep 553: Binging in Reaction to Charlie Kirk News

    Hi friends! In this episode, I talk about how breaking news—like the recent headlines around Charlie Kirk—can rattle us in ways we don’t expect. I open up about the pull to numb out when emotions feel overwhelming, and what it really takes to face those moments without turning to food. Source

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    Ep 552: I Was Never One of the Cool Kids

    In this episode, I open up about what it was like to grow up feeling like I didn’t belong, and how those feelings of shame and comparison fueled my struggles with food. I share how I worked through deep-seated insecurities, the power of community in healing, and why you don’t have to carry the ache of loneliness anymore. This conversation is straight from my heart—I hope it helps you feel less… Source

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    Ep 551: Is Sugar is Your Gateway to Emotional Eating?

    Sugar was always my “gateway food” when I struggled with emotional eating. One bite would turn into a binge, and I couldn’t understand why I kept losing control. In this episode, I share how sugar hijacks the brain, keeps us stuck in food noise, and why it can make weight loss feel impossible. I’ll also talk about how you can start breaking free—not with willpower, but by healing the real roots of… Source

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    Ep 550: 10 Things You Don’t Know About Me

    In this episode of Confessions of a Binge Eater, I’m opening up in a way I haven’t in years. You’ll hear 10 deeply personal things you may not know about me—some lighthearted, some a little cringey, and all 100% real. From surprising truths about my marriage to raw confessions about my struggles with food, body image, and self-worth, I’m inviting you into my story so we can connect on a deeper… Source

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    Ep 549: Why Diets Are So Damn Hard

    Ever start a new diet and feel like you’re finally on track… until it all falls apart? I know that cycle so well. In this episode, I’m talking about what I call the compulsion to eat—why it kicks in even when you’re doing everything “right,” and how we can start to break free from it together. Source

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    Ep 548: My Shameful Little Secret & The Science of Post-Meal Walks

    In this episode, I’m sharing something a little personal that ended up teaching me an unexpected lesson—one that might help you, too. What started as a random issue ended up teaching me something simple that’s been helping me feel better after meals and even curb that constant urge to keep eating. If you ever find yourself wanting more food even when you’re full, I think you’re going to relate to… Source

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    Ep 547: I’d Rather Die Than Feel This

    ​​Last night, I had a wave of grief so deep it made me wish I didn’t have to feel it. And if you’ve ever reached for food to escape pain, I know you can relate. In this episode, I open up about my mom’s decline with Alzheimer’s and the raw emotions that come with it. I talk honestly about how painful feelings can lead us to want to numb out—and how, with compassion and some tools… Source

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    Ep 546: Who Stresses You Out? Stop Letting People Drive You to Overeat!

    Some people just don’t feel good to be around—and if you’re anything like me, that can lead to stress eating. In this episode, I share personal stories and insights about the emotional toll of being around certain people and why it’s okay—sometimes necessary—to create space for your peace. Whether it’s a friend, colleague, or even a loved one, we all have the right to protect our energy. Source

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    Ep 545: My Vanilla Coffee Addiction

    Hi friends. In this episode, I’m sharing a little confession: I recently got hooked on designer coffee—yes, $7 sugar-free vanilla macadamia lattes, sometimes twice a day! Even after decades of healing work, I can still slip into addictive patterns, especially when emotions sneak in. But awareness, willingness, and grace brought me back to freedom. If you’ve ever found yourself turning to food—or… Source

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    Ep 544: Apologize and Get on With It

    In today’s episode, I’m sharing a humbling moment that turned into a powerful reminder about the freedom that comes with making a clean, heartfelt apology. You’ll hear about a slightly embarrassing team call, a toilet delivery (yes, really), and how shame and guilt show up in sneaky ways. This story is for anyone who’s ever struggled to speak up, say sorry, and move on. I promise—it’s a lesson… Source

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    Ep 543: Dealing with Tragedy: 4 Don’ts and 4 Do’s

    Hi friends. With so much tragedy in the world right now—from floods in Texas to global unrest, I want to talk about how we cope, especially as emotional eaters. When life hurts, it’s tempting to numb out with food. But there are gentler, more healing ways to face the pain. In this episode, I share four things to avoid and four powerful steps you can take to move through grief with grace, support… Source

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    Ep542: Hazel’s Weight Loss – Without Dieting

    This one’s close to my heart. Hazel is a beautiful client in the Heal Your Hunger Journey who said yes to healing—and it changed everything. In this powerful interview, she shares how she lost over 60 pounds without dieting, stopped obsessing over food, and found peace through the inner journey. Her story is raw, honest, and full of hope. Source

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    Ep541: Giving Up This One Thing Could Free You from Food Addiction

    If you’ve ever felt like your life is just too much—too busy, too chaotic, too overwhelming—this episode is for you. I’m talking about the hidden force that drives emotional eating and what you can do to finally find peace. You deserve calm, clarity, and freedom from the food struggle… and I’m here to show you how to get there. Source

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People who struggle with food and weight tend to look for answers in all the wrong places. Join Tricia Nelson as she takes you on this journey of inspiration and healing.

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