Trigger warning. Today's episode is going to talk about eating disorders and disordered eating. Today, I have an incredible guest with me. This woman has worked with me for some time now. She has completed the food freedom program and she went from binging, purging, feeling completely low and alone. To thriving and it's been six months or so and she has not had a relapse or episode and we're going to find out how she did it.

@ 01:45.82 Struggle when it came to food

@05:29.29 When binge started

@07:36.57 Gut journey with the hopes of losing weight

@10:35.54 Binges change over time

@11:29.35 Determine it was a binge

@12:16.99 Stop Purging

@15:00.43 Helped to surf the urge

@17:26.93 Experiences in Food Freedom

@25:03.69 Biggest change when you stopped purging and binging

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How do you actually make changes to your life? This is my January reflection, and it's going to help you create some structure with your goals and your months to ensure that you're achieving the things you want.

@00:22.04 Little monthly update

@ 07:44.79 January moments

@13:16.96 Come on a retreat

@16:11.86 Grab a pen and let’s reflect on January

@ 17:15.45 February is my favorite month

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Did you know women with ADHD are almost four times more likely to have an eating disorder than those without ADHD.

Another study reported that 11% of women with ADHD had a history of bulimia nervosa, compared to 1% of women without ADHD.

What came first, the ADHD or the issues around food

Relationship with food / Food Freedom

The Retreat Experience

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Today, we’re diving into a highly requested topic: weight loss surgery. It’s often seen as a quick fix for obesity, but what’s the reality behind the procedure? Who is it right for, and what are the psychological impacts?

If you’re considering weight loss surgery, know someone who is, or just want to understand more about it, this episode is for you.

@02:13.16 The Myth of the ‘Easy Fix’

@04:10.96 The Facts About Weight Loss Surgery

@09:14.23 Criteria for Weight Loss Surgery

@11:40.60 Statistics on Weight Loss Surgery Outcomes

@15:13.32 Psychological Considerations Before Surgery

@13:18.61 Life After Surgery: What’s the Reality?

@17:13.23 Final Thoughts & Takeaway Message

‌DISCLAIMER: This is NOT therapy or a substitute for psychological and medical advice.

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Today, we’re diving into a fascinating and often misunderstood topic: fetishes. What are they? Where do they come from? And are they linked to trauma? This topic was inspired by a listener who reflected on a past relationship where their partner had a specific fetish. It left them wondering whether childhood experiences, trauma, and family dynamics influence our sexual preferences. Today, we’ll explore the psychology of fetishes, the distinction between kink and fetish, and what research says about their origins.

What Is a Fetish?

Where Do Fetishes Come From?

The Trauma Question: Are Fetishes a Coping Mechanism?

The “Daddy-Dom” Kink: Psychological Insights

Disorders vs. Fetishes: Understanding the DSM-5 Criteria

What Makes a Fetish a Disorder?

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I was a guest on Natasha Wakefield’s Expert on Nothing podcast to talk about ADHD. It’s a relatable and honest conversation for anyone curious about ADHD or looking to understand it better.

Find Natasha Wakefield here on Instagram and TikTok and listen to her on the Expert on Nothing Podcast

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 Welcome to another episode of What's Eating You? I'm your host, Stephanie, and today we're diving into an important and often overlooked topic: how early kids start developing body image awareness and what mothers can do to prevent passing on disordered eating habits. Body image concerns can emerge surprisingly early in childhood, and as parents, especially mothers, our words and actions can have a profound impact. We'll explore key statistics, psychological insights, and practical strategies to foster a healthy body image in our children.

@01:03.75  How to balance encouraging your children to eat healthy, but also not passing on an eating disorder?

@03:09.07  Who needs to worry about being skinny at the age of five?

@07:15.25  Several factors  why children have body image issues at a young age

 @13:36.43 Recommendations about how mothers can avoid passing on eating disorders is get help for yourself

@14:35.35  Practical ways to prevent passing on disordered eating habits.

@20:20.65  Good versus bad parental responses to common statements

‌DISCLAIMER: This is NOT therapy or a substitute for psychological and medical advice.

Want to build a healthy relationship with food?

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I'm going to take you on a little journey for today's podcast episode into how I used to be versus how I am now, because last night was a full circle moment.

@00:24.01 Full circle moment

@01:09.98 Going back

@13:46.32 Takeaways

‌DISCLAIMER: This is NOT therapy or a substitute for psychological and medical advice.

Want to build a healthy relationship with food?

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FREE Resources:

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Experiencing burnout?

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‌Psychological support:

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