Binge Eating Breakthrough

This week we are exploring the importance of recognizing incremental progress on your journey to food freedom. I draw parallels from my current personal journey of recovering from a severe ankle injury during the Ironman World Championships.

Join me as I reflect on insights from The Gap and the Gain by Benjamin Hardy and Dan Sullivan, emphasizing a mental shift from fixating on the daunting gap between where we are and where we want to be to celebrating the gain and the strides we make on our journey. Drawing parallels between physical recovery and our relationship with food, I discuss how important it is to celebrate all wins, big or small. From navigating pain during physical therapy to dealing with discomfort in changing eating habits, we uncover the truth that healing is not a linear process. Join me in understanding the significance of any progress on the path to food freedom and overall well-being as I’m reminded that it's the journey, not the destination, that makes the process meaningful.

To hear the full story of my ankle injury during the Ironman World Championships, tune into Episode 51.

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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.

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In this personal episode, I take you behind the scenes of my Boston Marathon qualifying journey and reveal the unexpected parallels I've discovered between athletic training and healing our relationship with food.

I share how shifting from bracing against discomfort to opening up to possibility has transformed not just my running performance, but offers a powerful framework for approaching food challenges.

You'll hear about the crucial role of community support, the mindset shifts that create breakthrough moments, and how embracing the process rather than fixating on outcomes creates freedom in both running and eating.

Whether you're struggling with binge eating or simply seeking a new perspective on healing, this episode offers practical wisdom about transformation that applies far beyond the marathon course.

Previous Episodes Mentioned:

Co-Regulation

Marathon Recap & Lessons Learned

Experiences Are More Important Than Results

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Hello, trusted listener.

Many of you may be wondering, "should I track how long it has been since my last binge?" Some people may think it's helpful to watch how many days they are abstinent from binging. I used to track my binge-free days with an app where I tracked statistics, all in some hope that by paying really close attention to everything then I could finally get myself under control and stop binging. I am not going to tell you what you should do, because everyone is different. What worked for me, may not work for you. Today, I invite you to go deeper and show you how to check in with yourself to uncover how tracking your binge-free days may or may not be helpful for you.

Here are some key points from this episode:

It is most important to become super aware of what you make it mean when you binge. If you have tracked your binge-free days in the past, what happens when you do have a binge?

You can change your thoughts about binging. When you change what your thoughts are about binging after a binge-free period, you are more likely to get curious, to figure out what happened, to make a plan for the next time, to try new things, and to keep getting up as many times as it takes.

Know your reason and like your reason when you decide whether or not you will track your binge-free days. If you don't like your reason - I invite you to get curious about it. If you could look at it without judgment, would you want to re-evaluate or consider other alternatives? And if the answer is no - that's great too. You always and forever have the right and the agency to make any decisions you want. Just make sure that you are choosing them for you. Not because anyone else told you, but because you want to and you like your reasons.

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Welcome to episode 8 of Binge Breakthrough. We are in the middle of a deep dive into the eight solutions to unwinding binge eating.

In Episode 1, I talked about my history and what I mean when I talk about bingeing.
In Episode 2, I discussed the 8 reasons why people binge.
In Episode 3, I covered the 8 solutions - one answer for why you binge.

In the 4th and 5th reasons why you binge (Episode 6 and Episode 7), we have discussed the importance of understanding what is happening in your body and how to connect with it.
This week - we are looking at reason #5 why you binge - it's a coping mechanism. You use it to cope with big emotions or things that feel too scary or overwhelming.
The solution to bingeing as a coping mechanism is to expand your emotional capacity. In expanding your emotional capacity, it is best to start small. Remember, this is a new skill that you are developing. Just like at the gym, start small and work your way up.
Don't forget to notice and celebrate your progress. This is an important part of making change sustainable.

I'm in the process of putting something together for you that will be an amazing way for you to take what you are learning on the podcast and apply it to your personal situation so that you can transform your relationship with food and with yourself. I'm still formulating the details, but if you want to be sure not to miss it, go to bingebreakthrough.com/blueprint to get on the list and be the first to know everything about it. If you are listening to this podcast later, that url will always be updated with the current information. bingebreakthrough.com/blueprint

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.
I would love it if you could leave a review and share this show. This helps others discover that there is a perfectly good reason why they do what they do with food and that healing is possible.

Visit my website http://janepilger.com/

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