Ep. 148: Recovery Stories, Part VIIII (Nervous System Regulation)

Body and weight concerns can hinder progress in recovery by interfering with your commitment to nourish yourself with enough food; and when you are food-deprived, it’s impossible to stop binge eating. Coach Julie and Kathryn unpack this issue and give you practical and inspirational ways to make peace with your body. Get the free Inspiration Booklet Join coach Julie’s free Zoom call (4/27 from 2:00-2:30pmEST)   Additional Brain over Binge resources: Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide  Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Kathryn talks about the new free resource: The Brain over Binge Inspiration Booklet. This booklet contains 31 daily messages to help you stay motivated and keep the Brain over Binge concepts in the front of your mind as you let go of binge eating. Get the Inspiration Booklet Additional Brain over Binge resources: Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide      Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Staci B’s story is one of persistence, self-acceptance, and learning how to feel safe. We discuss nervous system regulation, which has been a big part of her healing journey—and something that anyone with a history of trauma or stressful experiences may want to explore further. Staci is a great example of someone who has overcome so much and is learning to trust herself and what she needs to continue to develop a peaceful relationship with food. Staci B’s links mentioned in the show: https://www.stacib.com/nsr-wiki https://stacib.substack.com/ Previous recovery stories episodes: Episode 101: Recovery Stories, Part I Episode 102: Recovery Stories, Part II Episode 103: Recovery Stories, Part III Episode 104: Recovery Stories, Part IV Episode 106: Recovery Stories, Part V Episode 107: Recovery Stories, Part VI Episode 120: Recovery Stories, Part VII Episode 132: Recovery Stories, Part VIII Brain over Binge resources: Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide  Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics.   Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Kathryn and Coach Julie talk about food restriction in new ways that will help you understand more deeply what it means to “give up restriction” as you stop binge eating. Avoiding restriction doesn’t mean eating anything and everything or eating foods that exacerbate health conditions that you may have. You’ll learn how to define restriction in a self-caring way and determine how to set gentle boundaries for your eating that align with how you want to feel.   Episodes that also address restriction:Episode 9: Avoid Restrictive Dieting to Stop Binge Eating Episode 12: Dismissing Urges to Binge is Not a Dieting Strategy  Episode 48: Q&A: How Do I Get Rid of the Dieting Mentality in Binge Eating Recovery? Episode 49: Can I Use the Brain over Binge Approach to Stick to Strict Eating Plans? Ep 67: Don’t Diet or Focus on Weight Loss After Quarantine  Ep. 86: Stop Thinking “I Don’t Know How to Eat”  Ep. 85: Drop the “Shoulds” Around Eating  Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide  Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics. Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Kathryn talks to Nicole Longmire, MPH, MEd, IBCLC about some of the eating and body-image issues that come up surrounding pregnancy and the birth of a child, as well as during breastfeeding. You’ll learn strategies for managing mental and emotional challenges during the postpartum period and receive guidance on factors like appetite fluctuations, extreme schedule changes, and dietary needs during lactation. Even if the topics don’t apply directly to you, there are so many lessons to be learned from this particular phase of life that can also apply to other life challenges. As you listen, you can think about any time in your life that brings increased physical, mental, and emotional demands. Connect with Nicole Longmire: MotherNurtureLactationServices.com Instagram: @motheringnurtured Facebook: @lactationnicole Brain over Binge resources:Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching   Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide  Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics.   Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

The goal in recovery is to avoid binges, but that usually doesn’t happen 100 percent of the time as you are learning to eat normally and dismiss urges to binge. In this episode, Coach Julie and Kathryn talk about how to keep moving forward if you have a binge or multiple binges. If you treat any binge you have as a “learning moment,” you will be able to make necessary adjustments and gain confidence that you can fully let go of the habit. Join coach Julie’s free Zoom call (2/24 from 2:00-2:30pmEST)   Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics.   Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Dr. Ramani Durvasula joins Kathryn Hansen to talk about the intersection between eating disorders and narcissistic relationships. You'll learn: How parents with narcissistic traits can lead their children down a path to restrictive dieting, body image issues, and emotional overregulation. Why some of the qualities that make a person susceptible to an eating disorder (such as perfectionism and low self-esteem) can also make them vulnerable to getting stuck in narcissistic relationships in adulthood. How harmful relationships dynamics can become connected to harmful eating habits...and much more! If you are experiencing toxic relationship patterns in addition to your struggle with food, this episode with Dr. Ramani will provide guidance and a path to healing. Get Dr. Ramani’s new book It’s Not You:US: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/710202/its-not-you-by-ramani-durvasula-phd/ UK: https://www.penguin.co.uk/books/460902/its-not-you-by-durvasula-ramani/9781785045028 CA: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/710202/its-not-you-by-ramani-durvasula-phd/978059349262 Dr. Ramani’s other resources: Website: https://doctor-ramani.com/ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorRamani YouTube video about eating disorders and narcissism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSIeV2eTAp4 Narcissistic relationship healing program: https://doctor-ramani.teachable.com/p/taking-yourself-back-healing-from-narcissistic-antagonistic-relationships Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctorramani/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorramani   Brain over Binge resources: Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics. Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide   Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Kathryn’s mission to help binge eaters often leads to her having insights in everyday life related to food and recovery, which she wants to share on the podcast. In this episode, she discusses two common expressions and how you can use them to avoid binges. Episodes mentioned on the show:Episode 142: Allowing What Is Episode 15: Readiness for Recovery from Binge Eating   Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Get the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide  Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics. Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Kathryn and Coach Julie talk about “allowing what is” when it comes to many aspects of binge eating recovery. You’ll learn to allow urges to binge, allow eating imperfections, allow discomfort surrounding your weight, allow the emotions that show up, and allow what arises in your life. When you have an allowing mindset, it puts you in a much better position to make the changes you want. Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics. Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.

Kathryn shares a personal challenge in order to guide you in taking steps toward making positive changes this year. You’ll learn how to accept and overcome your unique challenges instead of staying stuck in your comfort zone with food. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge YouTube Channel Join the Brain over Binge Group Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching from Kathryn or Coach Julie. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get the Second Edition of Brain over Binge on Amazon and Audible, BarnesandNoble.com, Apple iBooks, or Kobo. Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics. Disclaimer: *The Brain over Binge Podcast is produced and recorded by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC. All work is copyrighted by Brain over Binge Recovery Coaching, LLC, and all rights are reserved. As a disclaimer, the hosts of the Brain over Binge Podcast are not professional counselors or licensed healthcare providers, and this podcast is not a substitute for medical advice or any form of professional therapy. Eating disorders can have serious health consequences and you are strongly advised to seek medical attention for matters relating to your health. Please get help when you need it, and good luck on your journey.