Kelly Lyons Podcast

Ever hit a good stretch, everything's finally clicking, and then out of nowhere you binge for no reason at all? You're not broken. Your brain might just be waiting for the other shoe to drop. I'm back after a few weeks off (school's out, life got loud, more on that in the episode) and diving into something I don't talk about enough: bingeing when things are actually going...

I'm breaking down the connection between social media comparison and binge eating — and why the scroll-to-binge pipeline is one of the most overlooked triggers nobody talks about. If you've ever closed Instagram and found yourself standing in the kitchen 20 minutes later, this episode is for you!  What to Listen For:  Why the comparison game is so much worse now than the past  The missin...

You don’t need more self control, you need better thoughts. In this short but powerful episode, I’m sharing the exact phrases I use (and teach my clients) to stop weekend binge eating and finally feel calm, confident, and in control around food. What to Listen For:  The dangerous “I’ll start Monday” mindset (and how it backfires)   The hidden reason social events trigger overeating   How scarcity...

Ever felt like you’re being needed from every direction and food is your only escape route? Then you are my people, and you need to tune into this episode. We’re talking about the touched out binge … and why it’s one of the most common (and misunderstood) triggers for overeating. What to Listen For:  What being “touched out” actually means (it’s more than physical touch)   The surprising link betw...

Perfectionism is sneaky as hell. One minute you’re “doing everything right,” and the next, you're knee-deep in ice cream wondering what just happened. In this episode, I’m sharing what a 3-month podcast break taught me about food, parallel tendencies that drove my past bingeing, and how to start feeling enough.  What to Listen For:  The “rubber vs. glass ball” concept  What happens when you s...

Ever feel like you unknowingly signed a lifelong contract to make dinner every single night until the end of time? Same Same. But the issue isn't just what's for dinner, it's the entire dinner debacle. The perfect storm of stress, decision fatigue, an empty fridge and emotional exhaustion that leads you to straight into binge mode.   In this episode, we’re breaking down exactly why...

Big news! In this first official episode of the Kelly Lyons Podcast , I’m pulling back the curtain on a major rebrand! I'm giving you the behind the scenes breakdown of why this change is coming (and why it's SO much more than a name update).  🔍 What to Listen For The real reason I am done with the trendy 'food freedom'  Why intuitive eating didn’t work for her and why she’s n...

Your words matter, especially when it comes to your relationship with food. In this episode, Kelly unpacks the powerful connection between the language you use and the bingeing cycle you are trying so desperately hard to break.  What to Listen For: The 3 words to eliminate from your vocabulary if you want to stop binge eating How you may be subconsciously picking a fight with yourself  What negati...

Ever felt like one cookie ruins the whole day? Like if you’re not perfectly "on track" then everything's blown? You’re not alone, friend. In this episode of the Food Freedom Society Podcast, we’re diving into the most common thought patterns that secretly sabotage your relationship with food. This is part two of our series on cognitive distortions, and trust me, you’ll want to hear...

If you've ever gone from "I had one cookie" to "I ruined everything," then you're going to want to check out this episode. Because guess what? My brain sucks sometimes. And yours does too (sorry to say)!  Here's why: because our brain tells us lies, over and over again. So in this episode, I'm diving deep into the most common thinking errors that keep you st...

She was binging, purging, restricting, and overtraining... and now she’s glowing from the inside out, literally. Caroline’s story is proof that you can end your food struggles without giving up your social life, goals, or sanity. This one’s a must-listen if you need hope that change is possible.   Did you Hear the News?! Food Freedom Society is OPEN for 50% off through Monday, January 12th.  You c...

'Tis the season... for food obsession? Not on our watch. In this festive and feel-good episode, I'm giving you 4 game-changing phrases to repeat this holiday season so you can enjoy the food and feel good in your body. No shame, no self-hate, no inhaling foods as fast as you possibly can.  What to Listen For: The simple phrase that shuts down the “I’ll never eat this again” binge thinkin...

Ever notice how the weekends or holidays totally throw off your eating, your mood, and your sanity?  In this episode, we’re diving deep into how a lack of routine is quietly triggering your binge eating and overeating. I’ll share why your brain panics when structure disappears, how to calm it down without food, and the simple habits that make all the difference. What to Listen For: Why a disrupted...

Vulnerable episode incoming! I’m opening up about my current postpartum weight gain, the pressure we face from social media and ourselves, and the two major things I’m doing right now that are helping me navigate this journey without losing my dang mind.  If you're constantly wondering why everyone has it all together and you just keep bingeing and gaining weight, buckle up. This is the episo...

The holidays are here, and if your anxiety is rising faster than the dinner rolls, this episode is for you. Kelly shares her top strategies for feeling calm, confident, and in control around big meals so you can enjoy the holiday without the guilt trip, anxiety and weight gain.  What to Listen For: Why big meals often trigger food anxiety and old diet trauma The "pendulum effect" and how...

Let’s get honest—the way you talk to yourself about food might be the very thing keeping you stuck. In this tough-love-but-still-loving episode, Kelly breaks down three common stories you might be telling yourself that are blocking your progress. Time to flip the script. What to Listen For:  Why saying "my diet worked once" is a dangerous myth How that "restart" phrase makes yo...

Today we are honored to have  mindset coach and motivational speaker Brad Bizjack on the podcast - and we are diving deep into all the obstacles that keep us 'stuck' where we currently are (even though we know the goals we want to achieve).  Brad and I are talking about real reasons you haven't hit your goals - from subconscious beliefs, toxic positivity, and why our emotional therm...

Ever find yourself sitting on the couch Sunday night, bloated, guilty, and vowing to "start fresh" on Monday? You're not alone—and this episode is your game-changer. Kelly breaks down 3 essential tips to finally stop weekend binge eating and feel good in your body all week long. What to Listen For:  Why weekend overeating feels impossible to stop How the "Monday restart" k...

Let me guess—you catch a glimpse of someone else’s "perfect" life on Instagram and suddenly feel like you’re doing everything wrong. Been there. This episode dives into why we compare, how it messes with our mental health, and the two-part strategy to stop letting it control your life. What to Listen For:  How comparison actually rewires your brain against you The hidden link between sum...

Raise your hand if you’ve ever spiraled trying to perfectly track your macros or stressed about getting enough protein in your breakfast. 🙋‍♀️ Yeah, me too. But here’s the thing: protein is important, but not at the expense of your sanity (or your carbs). In this episode, I’m back with the amazing Holly Perkins to talk about why protein myths are keeping you stuck and what the science really says...

I have the honor of welcoming back Dr. Stephanie Lopez, former NASA psychologist to the Food Freedom Society Podcast. We are unpacking the emotional root causes of binge eating, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and control. If you’ve ever felt like you're spiraling from “just one cookie,” or that you constantly need to have everything figured out, this episode will speak directly to your soul....

If you watched The Biggest Loser religiously back in the day (hello, same), you might remember the dramatic weight drops and emotional finales. But a new Netflix documentary just exposed the dangerous truth behind the show, and I'm here to break it down and taco' bout it!  What to Listen For: What made The Biggest Loser such a cultural phenomenon (and why it was so dangerous) What metabo...

If the idea of working out makes you roll your eyes and make up every excuse in the book, this one's for you. Kelly is breaking down the pressure-filled, all-or-nothing approach to exercise and giving you real talk and smart strategies that will help you move your body in ways that actually make you feel good (no bootcamp required). What to Listen For: How to find a type of movement that feel...

Think you're the only one who caves into nighttime snacks because your partner brings out the chips? Spoiler: you're not. In this real-talk episode, I’m sharing why this happens, how to navigate those tricky late-night moments, and how to take your power back—even when your partner has a second helping. What to Listen For: How to have supportive conversations with your partner (without s...

Let’s talk boredom eating — because if you’ve ever wandered into the kitchen just to avoid your own thoughts, this one’s for you. Today, I’m giving you real talk on why boredom isn’t the enemy and how your eating habits might be trying to tell you something more. What to Listen For: How compulsive eating is tied to productivity guilt The difference between being bored vs. emotionally triggered Wha...