BONUS Q&A (Part 2): Your Questions, Answered!

Did you catch our Virtual Live Event Unlock Your Brain to Stop Binge & Emotional Overeating last week? 🎉   If not, don’t worry—you didn’t miss it! In this special two-part bonus series, Coach Steph Miramontes and I are answering the powerful questions we didn’t have time for during the live training.   This is Part 2, and we’re diving into your biggest struggles with emotional, binge, and compulsive eating—plus giving you the practical tools to start creating lasting change.   👉 If you’re ready to stop feeling out of control around food and lose weight for the very last time without restriction or willpower battles, check out the Outsmart Overeating program CLICK HERE.

Did you catch our Virtual Live Event Unlock Your Brain to Stop Binge & Emotional Overeating last week? 🎉   If not, don’t worry—you didn’t miss it! In this special two-part bonus series, Coach Steph Miramontes and I are answering the powerful questions we didn’t have time for during the live training.   This is Part 1, and we’re diving into your biggest struggles with emotional, binge, and compulsive eating—plus giving you the practical tools to start creating lasting change.   👉 If you’re ready to stop feeling out of control around food and lose weight for the very last time without restriction or willpower battles, check out the Outsmart Overeating program CLICK HERE.

Unlock Your Brain to Stop Binge & Emotional Overeating by attending our upcoming FREE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT for women who have a history of all-or-nothing eating and want to who want to Discover THE Science-Backed Method to Stop Bingeing and *Finally* Lose Weight for Good STARTING TODAY... Without Food Noise, Restrictive Dieting, or Relying on Willpower ==>  REGISTER NOW   No matter how many diets you try, if you keep thinking like a dieter, you’ll always end up in the same place: stuck in the binge–restrict cycle.   Why? Because your thoughts are like your brain’s GPS. If the destination programmed in is scarcity, rules, and willpower,that’s exactly where you’ll land—again and again.   But when you learn to think like a naturally thin person—someone with an abundance mindset around food—you set your GPS to a completely different destination: freedom, peace, and control.   In this episode, Coach Steph Miramontes and I break down the Mindshift Method—a simple way to retrain your thoughts so you stop relying on willpower and finally re-route your brain toward balance. You’ll discover:   Why “dieter thoughts” keep you spinning your wheels How to update your mental GPS so your choices feel effortless What life looks like when food no longer controls you   🎧 Press play to start shifting your thoughts—and your destination.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. Spots limited.

Unlock Your Brain to Stop Binge & Emotional Overeating by attending our upcoming FREE LIVE VIRTUAL EVENT for women who have a history of all-or-nothing eating and want to who want to Discover THE Science-Backed Method to Stop Bingeing and *Finally* Lose Weight for Good STARTING TODAY... Without Food Noise, Restrictive Dieting, or Relying on Willpower ==> REGISTER NOW   In this episode, I sit down with a former client, Nesmah ElDesouky, whose story will feel all too familiar if you’ve ever lived through the exhausting cycle of dieting, restriction, and binge eating.   She shares how what started as a simple fitness routine in college spiraled into 800-calorie meal plans, food fear (yes—even of tomatoes and bananas), secret late-night binges, and hiding wrappers so no one would know. Like so many of us, she thought the solution was just to “try harder” with dieting—but the harder she tried, the worse things became.   Together, we talk about:   Why restriction and “fear foods” only fuel binge eating (and what to do instead) The surprising role emotional connection plays in healing your relationship with food How she went from secretly bingeing in her room to running her own cookie business—without obsessing, overeating, or fearing weight gain The exact first steps that helped her stop binge eating and finally feel in control around food   If you’ve ever worried that “eating what you want” will only lead to more weight gain—or if you’ve tried every diet under the sun and still feel broken around food—this conversation will show you what’s actually possible.   👉 Listen now and discover how freedom with food can finally become your reality.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. Spots limited.

Maybe you’ve tried therapy. Maybe you’ve healed pieces of your past. But when it comes to food, you’re still stuck in the same binge–restrict cycle. You know better, but you don’t do better—and that’s the missing piece most therapy never addresses.   In this episode of Outsmart Overeating, my former client (and now therapist) Nicolette shares why therapy helped her understand why she used food… but still left her obsessing over calories, macros, and “good” vs. “bad” foods. What finally set her free wasn’t more analyzing—it was learning how to replace dieting rules with a new, sustainable framework for eating.   You’ll discover:   Why therapy alone didn’t break Nicolette’s food obsession How macro tracking kept her stuck in “eating disorder light” The missing bridge between understanding your past and actually changing your patterns The mindset shift that finally gave her peace with food and her body   If therapy has helped you heal but food still feels like the unsolvable problem—this episode will show you the missing piece keeping you stuck. And if you'd like to follow Nicolette's journey while getting some useful tips on managing trauma, you can find her on Instagram at @nicolettetalkstherapy.   You can also connect with Leslie & Steph on Instagram.   If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. Spots limited.  

Maddy grew up in the perfect storm for developing an unhealthy relationship with food—a fitness instructor mom who equated health with eating only whole foods, a competitive dance culture obsessed with body size, and two households with completely opposite food rules.   By 16, dieting felt like the obvious solution when her body changed.   A six-week CrossFit challenge gave her abs and praise—but also set off years of binge-restrict cycles, chronic scale-stepping, body dysmorphia, and obsessive food thoughts.   She couldn’t stop checking her body in the mirror or thinking about what she’d eaten, what she “should” eat next, or how to undo the damage after a binge.   In this episode, Maddy shares how she finally broke free from food obsession, stopped the constant body checking, and learned to feel in control around all foods—without relying on rigid meal plans or restriction.   By adopting the mindset and eating habits of a “naturally thin” person, she not only lost weight but has maintained her results for over 3 years.   If you’ve ever thought, I just want to be normal around food, Maddy’s story will show you it’s possible.   Connect with Leslie:   • Website • Instagram • Facebook     If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. Spots limited.  

Feel like you've tried every diet, detox, and wellness hack out there—and still can’t figure out why eating and weight loss feels so damn hard?   In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack the soul-crushing frustration of doing everything right… and still ending up back at square one (or worse). You’ll hear exactly why this exhausting cycle of "start strong, fall off, repeat" isn't your fault—and more importantly, how to break it for the last time.   Together, we peel back the real reasons traditional diets don’t work long-term, and show you how to rebuild self-trust, ditch all-or-nothing thinking, and finally stop treating food like a mathematical equation or moral test.   This isn’t about having more willpower. It’s not about tracking. It’s about retraining your brain so that your healthy eating habits start to feel natural and sustainable.   Inside this episode:   Why “just try harder” backfires—and what to do instead The one mindset shift that unlocks consistency How to rebuild self-trust after years of failed promises to yourself The real reason you keep bingeing (it’s not about sugar) What to focus on before weight loss to make it last   If you're tired of starting over and ready to explore a completely different (and actually effective) approach, this episode will help you understand why nothing has worked—yet—and what you need to turn your goal into a reality.   Connect with Leslie:   • Website • Instagram • Facebook     If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get exclusive access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List. Spots limited.  

If you’ve ever ended the night face-first in a pint of ice cream thinking, “I just need more willpower,” this episode is a must-listen.   In today’s episode of the Outsmart Overeating podcast, Coach Steph and I dismantle the myth that self-control is your missing ingredient. Spoiler: You don’t have a willpower problem. You have a thinking problem—and it's not your fault.   We’ll show you: Why willpower works in short bursts but always fails long term How decision fatigue is silently sabotaging your food choices The surprising reason your most disciplined efforts are making you feel more out of control Why emotional needs—not food—are the real root of overeating And how changing your inner psychology creates lasting change without food rules or obsession   We’re pulling back the curtain on the real drivers behind compulsive eating—like perfectionism, scarcity thinking, and deeply rooted beliefs around weight and worth—and showing you how to break the cycle for good.   If you’re tired of being stuck in the binge-restrict loop, this episode will leave you feeling seen, validated, and most importantly—equipped with actionable insights you can use today.   👀 Curious? You should be. 🎧 Hit play now—because eating shouldn’t feel this hard.   Connect with Leslie:   • Website • Instagram • Facebook     If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.  

After losing 100 pounds, a Reddit user admitted something heartbreaking:   “I thought eventually I’d feel normal around food… but it’s dawning on me that this is forever. And that’s depressing.”   In this episode, Coach Steph and I unpack why so many dieters end up feeling hopeless—even after massive weight loss—and how diet culture traps us in an exhausting cycle of restriction, obsession, and fear of regaining it all.   You'll learn:   Why weight loss alone doesn’t heal your relationship with food The real reason calorie counting and food rules aren’t sustainable What it actually looks like to eat like a “normal” healthy person—and keep the weight off Why you must lose it the way you want to live it   If the idea of spending the rest of your life obsessing over every bite makes you want to scream, this episode is for you.   Listen now to find a new way forward—one that doesn’t suck the joy out of your life.   Connect with Leslie:   • Website • Instagram • Facebook     If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.  

Struggling with late-night pantry raids or grabbing snacks when stress hits?   In this episode of Outsmart Overeating, Coach Steph and I dive deep into your emotional eating triggers—why it happens, how to spot it, and actionable steps to break the cycle.   You'll learn how to identify the difference between binge eating and emotional eating, uncover subconscious habits driving your overeating, and learn how to break the cycle using the powerful SLIP protocol we teach our clients.   With practical tools like trigger tracking and compassionate accountability, this episode will show you EXACTLY how to process your emotions without food so you can lose weight and master self-control at every bite.   Connect with Leslie:   • Website • Instagram • Facebook     If you’re struggling with emotional, binge, or compulsive eating and want to master self-control at every bite while turning the volume down on food noise, watch the FREE "Curb the Urge" mini-training and download the accompanying workbook.   Or, if you want to be the first to know when we're opening the doors to our signature psychology-based weight loss program, Outsmart Overeating (and get access to early bird discounts and fast action bonuses), join the Interest List.