Join me today on the podcast as I have a conversation with my client, Lauren, a life coach who has transformed her relationship with food and her body. Lauren shares her story of overcoming the constant mental chatter and emotional turmoil around food that once dominated her life. Discover how Lauren went from feeling like a prisoner to her thoughts about food to experiencing true food freedom and a more balanced, joyful life.

Lauren discusses the pivotal moments and key strategies she learned through working with me. From understanding the crucial role of the nervous system in managing anxiety and cravings to breaking free from restrictive eating patterns, Lauren's insights provide essential guidance and support for anyone struggling with binge eating or food-related challenges

You'll hear about the practical tools that helped Lauren regulate her emotions without turning to food, the importance of giving yourself permission to eat without guilt, and how changing her mindset around food has profoundly impacted her overall well-being and the work that she does with her clients with Type 1 Diabetes.

Whether you're dealing with similar struggles or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable lessons and tangible steps towards achieving a healthier, more peaceful relationship with food.

Tune in to learn how Lauren's life has transformed and how you, too, can find freedom from the cycle of binge eating. Don't miss this empowering conversation that could be the key to unlocking your own journey towards food freedom and body trust.

If you want to learn more about what Lauren does as a T1D coach, you can find out more about her at https://lifecoachingwithlauren.com/t1d-coaching

Curious about the Quiz that Lauren mentioned at the start of the show? Want to know why you binge? Take the Why Do I Binge Quiz today and get your results immediately.

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As we approach Independence Day, many of us find ourselves reflecting on the concept of freedom. But have you ever considered what freedom means when it comes to your relationship with food?

In the latest episode of Binge Breakthrough, we dive deep into the often misunderstood concept of food freedom. If you've ever struggled with binge eating or felt out of control around food, this episode is a must-listen.

Here's a taste of what you'll discover:

The common misconception about food freedom that might be holding you back

A powerful analogy that will change how you think about your food choices

Real-life examples of how redefining food freedom has transformed lives

Practical steps you can take today to start your journey towards true food freedom

As a binge-eating coach, I've seen firsthand how a shift in perspective can lead to profound changes. In this episode, I share insights from my own journey and those of my clients that will challenge your current beliefs about food freedom.

But we don't stop at theory. You'll walk away from this episode with actionable steps to start redefining food freedom in your own life. From journaling prompts to practical exercises, you'll have the tools to begin your transformation immediately.

Whether you're in the depths of binge eating, well on your recovery journey, or simply looking to improve your relationship with food, this episode has something for you. It's time to break free from the "eat whatever you want" myth and discover what true food freedom means for you.

Ready to declare your own food independence? Tune in to this episode of Binge Breakthrough. It might just be the key to unlocking the peaceful, empowered relationship with food you've been seeking.

Don't miss out on this game-changing episode. Click play now and take the first step towards your food freedom.

Ready to create your own definition of food freedom and understand what's holding you back? Book a Food Freedom Session today.

Looking for a supportive community of people who are discovering how to stop disconnecting with food and start connecting with life? Join The Peaceful Eater on Substack.

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If you've been listening to this podcast for a while, you know that I talk about the 8 reasons why people binge eat:

* Shame and judgment

* Restriction

* Dysregulated nervous system

* Disconnection from your body

* Coping mechanism

* Attempt to control

* Habit

* Negative Self-Talk

Previous episode referenced: Why do I binge?

I've recently come to realize that it all comes down to one word: disconnection. This means that in order to end your binge eating, the skill you must cultivate is connection. It's the closest thing to a magic pill you're going to find.

Tune in to discover why connection is so important and how you can begin to cultivate it for yourself. Discover a powerful statement that you can remind yourself of anytime you are eating in a disconnected way.

If you'd like to learn how to cultivate connection through working with me, let's connect. www.janepilger.com/connect

Thank you for listening to The Binge Breakthrough Podcast – your personal guide to breaking through the barriers that keep you stuck in the cycle of binge eating, compulsive overeating, or emotional eating.

Are you finding this podcast helpful on your journey with food? Want to give back to others struggling in silence? Leaving a review and sharing the show can have a huge impact. Help others realize they're not alone and that healing is possible.

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Do you know where confidence comes from? Most people think that confidence comes from achieving a certain result, or that they won't be able to do something until they have confidence in themselves. That's not how confidence works.

Tune in to discover the 4 Cs of creating confidence and how to apply them to your journey with food and your body. I share how I've applied these 4 Cs in my own journey to develop confidence on my triathlon bike and give you practical tips to apply to any area of life where you want to become more confident.

Episodes referenced:

The Power of the Pause

Learn to Work with Your Nervous System

Do you have a plan for what to do after a binge? Would you like to develop more confidence in what to do during those moments? Get your plan here: www.janepilger.com/after

Thank you for listening to The Binge Breakthrough Podcast – your personal guide to breaking through the barriers that keep you stuck in the cycle of binge eating, compulsive overeating, or emotional eating.

Are you finding this podcast helpful on your journey with food? Want to give back to others struggling in silence? Leaving a review and sharing the show can have a huge impact. Help others realize they're not alone and that healing is possible.

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Do you have times in your life when you have a big event coming up and you know that your brain is likely to offer up some less than helpful advice for you? Do you find yourself wishing you could just stop feeling that way during those times?

Whether it's a family gathering, a work deadline, an upcoming trip, or in my case an upcoming triathlon, your brain is going to have some familiar patterns of thinking and behaving when times get stressful.

Tune in to the podcast today to discover one of the most helpful things you can say to yourself during any stressful situation, or any time where your brain is acting in a way you might not prefer. This simple sentence can have huge impacts in your life.

Episode referenced: Permission to Be Human

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Have you ever wondered if you are a binge eater? It's a question I get quite a bit. Whether you know for sure you are a binge eater or if you are curious if what you do with food is would be considered binge eating, there is something in this episode for you.

Tune in to discover what your thoughts are about being a binge eater and what is more important than any label or distinction. Get curious about the energy behind your eating behavior and see if you can tune in and connect with the part of you that wants to binge or eat in secret sometimes.

Episode Referenced: Getting to Know the Part That Wants to Binge

Resource: What is Binge Eating?

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Are you finding this podcast helpful on your journey with food? Want to give back to others struggling in silence? Leaving a review and sharing the show can have a huge impact. Help others realize they're not alone and that healing is possible.

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Chances are that you are very familiar with the concept of the downward spiral - especially as it relates to binge eating or feeling out of control around food sometimes.

Many people think that once they start binge eating they can't stop for days, weeks or even months. This is a downward spiral. It feels easy to get on and hard to get off.

Did you know that there is such a thing as an upward spiral?

Tune in to find out more about what an upward spiral is and how to shift from a downward spiral to an upward spiral with one simple but powerful question.

This concept comes from the book Body Kindness by Rebecca Scritchfield. I highly recommend it!

Thank you for listening to The Binge Breakthrough Podcast – your personal guide to breaking through the barriers that keep you stuck in the cycle of binge eating, compulsive overeating, or emotional eating.

Are you finding this podcast helpful on your journey with food? Want to give back to others struggling in silence? Leaving a review and sharing the show can have a huge impact. Help others realize they're not alone and that healing is possible.

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Do you beat yourself up and blame yourself when you make a mistake at work or when you binge eat, emotionally eat, or compulsively overeat? If you do, you're not alone. And, chances are, this is keeping you in the cycle of making more mistakes or eating more food than you would prefer.

Join me as I share a powerful concept that you can apply to yourself and others around mistakes or food choices. I share some personal stories and practical tips for how you can respond to mistakes and food choices in a way that will help you learn, adapt and grow towards the created future you want for yourself.

Previous episodes referenced:

The Best Way to Change Your Internal Dialogue

What Future Are You Creating For Yourself?

Thank you for listening to The Binge Breakthrough Podcast – your personal guide to breaking through the barriers that keep you stuck in the cycle of binge eating, compulsive overeating, or emotional eating.

Are you finding this podcast helpful on your journey with food? Want to give back to others struggling in silence? Leaving a review and sharing the show can have a huge impact. Help others realize they're not alone and that healing is possible.

Visit janepilger.substack.com to discuss this episode with other subscribers and to get access to additional resources to support your journey.

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