Confessions of a Binge Eater

Are you feeling a bit sluggish and unmotivated to exercise? Are you wishing you could reduce your flab and start feeling more "fab"? I'm not a gym rat, never have been, but I do like to feel strong and flexible. I loved hearing Debra's tips on how you can strengthen your body without even breaking a sweat (my kind of exercise!). Her solutions are especially designed for women over 50, so you can g...

Does life feel overwhelming to you? Do you feel like you have no time for yourself? Do you control your own schedule and pack too much into your day? It's likely that your busyness is adding to your stress…and to emotional eating. In this episode, I discuss the signs that you're sabotaging your weight loss success, and how simplifying your life can help you find peace with food.

Do you have extreme fatigue, chronic thyroid issues, and other physical symptoms that haven't healed, in spite of your best efforts and doctor visits? I sat down with Dr. Kasia Kines to learn about the many symptoms that might be surfacing on account of the Epstein-Barr virus. Dr. Kines is a passionate advocate for debunking common misinformation about EBV so people can stop suffering needlessly f...

Does your weight loss plateau? Is your liver sluggish? Do you need a health reset from time to time? I really loved my chat with the Girlfriend Doctor, Dr. Anna Cabeca, where we talked about ways you can reset your health and weight loss efforts with a simple pause. We discuss her upcoming book, Menu Pause and the simple ways you can find variety and increased energy in your eating, starting today...

You're going to love my talk with health influencer, Betty Rocker, who shares her best tips for staying strong, mentally and physically. If you've ever struggled with maintaining healthy habits, this woman can help you get your mind right. She's a badass fitness guru, but she isn't just about exercise…her advice for better sleep, nutrition and stress reduction is gentle and easy to implement. 

Are you tired of being offered weight loss suggestions that don't work for you? If you want to shoot yourself every time you hear "just moderate", then this episode is meant for you. As emotional eaters, conventional "wisdom" is not only not  helpful, but it makes us feel even more hopeless at times. Learn why most diet advice is for the birds, and what you can do to lose weight without dieting in...

Do you ever feel angry and tense because things aren't going your way? Do you feel bad about your need to control others and run the show according to your agenda. Yup. This was my M-O. Until I changed. In this episode, I talk about a sure-fire solution.

When you think food's the enemy, think again. There are forces inside you that are working to bring you down, make you eat, and cause you to feel bad about your choices, your body, and yourself. Those forces are your thoughts...don't let them get away with it. Learn how to  talk back when your mind is talking smack…and finally put an end to emotional eating.

Are you tired of busting your butt to look good on the outside, only to have your insides feel crummy? Yup, I know all about it. And so does my guest, Wellness coach, Susie Pettit. Susie is passionate about helping women live lives that feel as good on the inside as they look on the outside. She spent more than half her life living a life she did not love; as a people pleaser, codependent perfecti...

Are you tired of finding fault with every bump and roll on your body? Do you wish you could be kinder to yourself and love whatever you see when you look in the mirror? My guest, Rebekah Buege, is a dynamic voice and supporter for women's empowerment through body image healing. She's the creator of Confidently She, a movement that provides a practical guide to modern femininity. Join us as we have...

If you want to know how men heal their trauma and overcome unhealthy habits like emotional eating, if you want to learn more about the struggles men face on their journey of healing, tune in today to my talk with Jeremy Grater and Zach Tucker, co-hosts of The Fit Mess podcast. You'll love the pearls of wisdom these guys share in this episode.

Is SUPER WOMAN status losing its luster? Are you feeling tired of doing too much and ending up exhausted as a result? Do you feel a little resentful of those who expect you to host the holiday parties every year? If yes, it's time to change things up! In this episode, I talk about how you can have a different experience of the holidays and your family this holiday season...and yes, you can even fe...

We all have negative forces that drag down our health, physically, mentally and spiritually. In my fun and uplifting talk with Lifestyle Design Coach, Katherine Brown, we cover many topics that affect all aspects of wellness. Tune in and get some great tips on how to live in love and light, no matter what your age (or ailments). We all need a boost now and then, get yours here. 

We all need a boost now and then. After all, life isn't easy, and as emotional eaters, our thoughts can skew negative. In this episode, I talk about the boost I gave (and got) from saying something nice, and the magical energy that expressing positive words can release. This is a short (and sweet) message that will boost your mood and brighten your day. Enjoy!

Feeling a little sluggish? Worrying about things you normally don't think twice about? Wishing you felt better in your body? In my fun conversation with Robin Nielsen, Host of the 15-Day Hormone Reset, you'll learn how to reset your hormones so you can start feeling better immediately. You deserve to feel great...so have a listen!

Dolphins, rainbows, swells and sails. In this episode, I talk about my recent week of sailing, and what I learned about myself and my emotions. As emotional eaters, we always get the chance to face our stuff, or stuff our face. My time on the sea was no exception...and I'm grateful. Hope you enjoy this show.

Feeling afraid to change jobs? Hating how you look in the mirror? Cancelling plans to get together with friends when you don't feel good about yourself? I get it. Lacking self-confidence affects our lives in so many ways, doesn't it? In this episode, I have an uplifting and empowering  conversation with my good friend, Kerry Tepedino, the queen of confidence. Check it out, I know you'll enjoy it.

Once in a while, I have the pleasure of meeting someone that makes me both smile and think. Darrell Fusaro is one of those guys. Darrell is an artist, master storyteller, and spiritual seeker, and I recently interviewed him for my show. We covered a lot of ground and had fun doing it. Tune in as we meander through several fun topics that will make you want to live your best life, and say yes to li...

It's always so fun talking with others in the field of emotional eating and eating disorders, and my talk with Carolyn Coker Ross, MD, was no exception. Her decades of experience, both in treatment centers and her own private practice, not to mention her own personal journey of healing trauma, made her an extremely engaging guest. I know you'll enjoy this episode.

So often, as emotional eaters, we take on the burden of other people's stuff. Anger, blame,  manipulation, you name it, it's sticking to us like glue. Because, after all, surely we're at fault, right? Wrong. On our healing journey, we must learn to let others have their emotions without taking them on. And, just as scary, we must put ourselves first, instead of last. When we signal the universe th...

Sticking to your "clean eating" plan at home is one thing...you're in a controlled environment and you don't have too many other needs and conflicting schedules to deal with. But go to a party, eat out with friends, or organize a holiday dinner with family and your best efforts at clean eating are suddenly challenged. In this episode, I discuss the Achilles' heel of eating healthy when in social s...

If you've been curious about how meditation and prayer can support your healing journey with food, this episode is a must listen. I loved this candid conversation about the many levels of support we can get from our experiences of sitting in silence. (Not an easy thing to do for emotional eaters!) If you want to deeper your spiritual connection, this can help.  

Ever feel triggered when hanging with family? I know all about it! But five days in nature with Mom and my sisters gave me new insights and places of appreciation, thanks to my journey of healing from emotional eating. In this episode, I talk about my observations and lessons learned. 

Emotional eating, binge eating, eating too fast, making peace with our bodies...These are all topics we cover in this unique episode, where I interview UK therapist, Philippe Tahon who himself has lost over 50 pounds and now helps others heal.  Philippe and I have a frank discussion about our personal experiences and various ways that we can help others overcome their struggles with food and weigh...

Do you find yourself wandering into the kitchen when you're feeling bored or have unscheduled time? Do you eat to entertain yourself? In this episode, I dig into what is really happening when we feel bored, and how to avoid the trap of emotional eating during those times. Based on my own personal experience of acute emotions, lately, I share an example of how to work through our feelings, instead...