
170. You Thought You Were Healed… So Why Are You Struggling Again?
02/07/25 • 29 min
In today's episode, I am answering the question: Hi Ryann, Through the help of your videos, my therapist, my nutritionist, and my own commitment to healing, I recovered from binge eating throughout 2023-2024 - or so I thought. Lately I have been having “mini” binges, often when I’m particularly tired, stressed, o otherwise triggered. I tend to stop these mini binges in their tracks before they become full-blown binges, but it has me wondering: Why has the urge to binge resurfaced, and why am I finding myself starting to obsess about what I’m eating again? I thought I already “did the work.” Thanks for all you do! Your videos have made me feel so seen and find the strength to commit to healing my relationship with food.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Welcome
1:32 The Fear of Rejection & Social Media Struggles
3:58 Discovering The Let Them Theory
6:11 The Missing Piece: “Let Me”
8:06 Listener Question: Why Are My Binge Urges Coming Back?
9:45 You’re Not Failing—You’re Just Human
12:27 The Sneaky Reason You’re Struggling Again
14:56 Stop Treating Recovery Like a Finish Line
17:48 The Boring Reality of Lasting Change
20:23 The Identity Shift
23:10 When Things Start Slipping, Do This
26:35 The Engine Light Analogy: Are You Paying Attention?
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ABOUT RYANN
I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.
In today's episode, I am answering the question: Hi Ryann, Through the help of your videos, my therapist, my nutritionist, and my own commitment to healing, I recovered from binge eating throughout 2023-2024 - or so I thought. Lately I have been having “mini” binges, often when I’m particularly tired, stressed, o otherwise triggered. I tend to stop these mini binges in their tracks before they become full-blown binges, but it has me wondering: Why has the urge to binge resurfaced, and why am I finding myself starting to obsess about what I’m eating again? I thought I already “did the work.” Thanks for all you do! Your videos have made me feel so seen and find the strength to commit to healing my relationship with food.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Welcome
1:32 The Fear of Rejection & Social Media Struggles
3:58 Discovering The Let Them Theory
6:11 The Missing Piece: “Let Me”
8:06 Listener Question: Why Are My Binge Urges Coming Back?
9:45 You’re Not Failing—You’re Just Human
12:27 The Sneaky Reason You’re Struggling Again
14:56 Stop Treating Recovery Like a Finish Line
17:48 The Boring Reality of Lasting Change
20:23 The Identity Shift
23:10 When Things Start Slipping, Do This
26:35 The Engine Light Analogy: Are You Paying Attention?
SUPPORT
Ask Ryann a Question: https://www.itsryannnicole.com/support
Free Coaching: https://www.itsryannnicole.com/value
Work with me: https://www.itsryannnicole.com/beu
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LISTEN TO THE RYANN NICOLE PODCAST
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Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7pMxyLpURNgHcitXnGVoxb?si=9a05ce6139a34dc0
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ABOUT RYANN
I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.
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169. Why Our Skincare Routine Isn’t Working (And What to Do Instead) with Gut Health Dietitian Jamie Jamie DeLaurentis
Struggling with acne, eczema, or stubborn skin issues? It might not just be your skincare routine—it could be your gut health. In this episode, I sit down with gut health expert Jamie DeLaurentis, a registered dietitian, to break down the gut microbiome and skin connection and uncover hormonal acne solutions that go beyond just topicals.
We’re diving into skincare myths, the acne and gut connection, and what you can actually do to heal acne naturally. Whether you're dealing with acne after birth control, curious about the best supplements for acne, or just tired of chasing the next skincare trend, this episode will give you real, science-backed solutions for clearer skin—without unnecessary restrictions.
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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Why We’re Talking About Skin
1:10 My Personal Struggle with Acne After Birth Control
3:00 Introducing Jamie – Gut Health & Skin Expert
5:15 Jamie’s Personal Journey with Psoriasis & Gut Issues
8:00 The Gut-Skin Connection: How Your Microbiome Affects Your Skin
10:45 Where to Start If You’re Struggling with Hormonal Acne
13:30 Key Nutrients for Clear Skin: Vitamin A, E & Potassium
16:50 Does Sugar Really Cause Acne? The Truth About Blood Sugar & Skin
19:15 How Yo-Yo Dieting & Restriction Impact Skin Health
22:40 Skincare Myths: Do You Actually Need a 10-Step Routine?
25:30 How Stress Affects Acne & Skin Conditions
28:10 Does Gluten or Dairy Cause Acne? Breaking Down Food & Skin
31:15 Eczema & Psoriasis: Understanding the Gut-Skin Connection
35:45 Healing Acne Naturally: What Actually Works
38:20 The Best Supplements for Acne & What to Avoid
41:10 How Drinking & Lifestyle Habits Impact Your Skin
44:50 The Role of Minerals in Gut & Skin Health
48:00 Can You Have a Healthy Gut & Still Struggle with Acne?
51:30 When to Consider Testing for Gut & Skin Issues
55:10 The Psychological Side of Skin Struggles: Managing the Mindset
59:00 Final Thoughts – Where to Start if You Want Healthier Skin
1:02:00 Where to Find Jamie & Additional Resources
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Disclaimer : This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.
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171. “If You’re Struggling to Manage Everything, You Have Too Much to Manage” (We need to talk about Kylie Perkins.)
After getting hit with a brutal sickness, I'm back—and with a fresh perspective on health, rest, and how we take care of ourselves. Today, I'm diving into the viral sensation that is Kylie Perkins, her no-BS approach to decluttering, and why her message is actually deeper than just cleaning your house. Let's talk about how excess can be overwhelming, why just starting is the key to getting unstuck, and how small shifts in our space can lead to big shifts in our mindset.
FAIR USE DISCLAIMER: The materials used in this video are adapted and used for educational purposes only. This transformation constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law. Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for FAIR USE for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research.
TIMESTAMPS
0:00 Welcome Back!
4:05 Who Is Kylie Perkins? The TikTok creator taking over
7:00 Watching Her Videos What makes her message so powerful
10:30 The Psychology of Clutter Why too much stuff is overwhelming
12:50 The Power of Just Starting How small steps change everything
14:35 Decluttering = Mental Clarity How our environment affects us
16:20 Kylie Perkins Got In My Head And made me clean my house
18:05 Does Yelling Work? My thoughts on her motivational style
19:50 Too Many Toys, Too Many Choices Managing clutter with kids
22:10 Overwhelmed by Options? How excess keeps us stuck
24:30 Perfectionism & Procrastination The real reason we don’t start
26:50 Waiting for Motivation? The truth about getting things done
29:10 What Happens When You Just Start? A challenge for you
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ABOUT RYANN
I’m Ryann Nicole, a licensed therapist and certified nutritionist. I help people transform their relationship with food and break free from binge eating. My mission is to empower others to find mental peace, embrace balance, and live life unchained from food noise.
Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.
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