Overcoming Overeating

Easter can feel like a whirlwind! Family gatherings, all the chocolate, and the worry of overeating. This combination of delicious treats, family dynamics, and our own fears and expectations can make it a challenging time – especially if you struggle with food anxiety or you’re caught in the cycle...

How many times have you told yourself, “I just need more willpower”? I’m sure you’ve had moments where you’ve struggled with overeating, promised yourself you would “do better tomorrow”, only to find it happening again (and again). I’m willing to bet that in those moments, you’ve...

Have you ever thought about 'befriending' your desire to overeat? If you're thinking 'what on earth is she on about now' - you're probably not alone! In fact, you can definitely be forgiven for thinking I'm bonkers, because most people who struggle in their relationship with food are so used to...

Do you believe you're addicted to food? Do you think that once you start eating, you can't stop? Or perhaps you believe you're addicted to certain kinds of foods: people often say they're addicted to sugar, wheat, carbs, or processed food. I want to reassure you: you are addicted to food. Everyone is...

I can understand if it's confusing to hear that triggers don't cause your overeating. I've heard the advice given so many times, that you need to find and resolve the triggers of your overeating or binge eating before you can change the behaviour. To start with, there are thousands of potential...

There is only ONE reason you over- or undershoot on your hunger and fullness cues. Did you play Hangman with the graphic? What did you guess is the answer? Drum roll.... it's... Disconnection. Really, that's it. Only one reason. Three types of disconnection The way I see it, there are three...