In this raw and powerful episode, I sit down with my friend Sophie, who opens up about her deeply personal journey with anorexia and bulimia. Having endured emotional abuse in her younger years, she shares how it contributed to the development of her eating disorder and how it has affected her life. Through honest conversation, we explore the complexities of healing, the challenges of recovery, and the strength it takes to move beyond the past. This episode sheds light on the realities of eating disorders, the impact of emotional trauma, and the power of hope in the face of darkness.

In this episode, we dive into why traditional diets fail in the long run and explore a healthier, sustainable approach to weight loss. If you're caught in the cycle of restrictive eating and constant dieting, this episode is for you. We discuss how small, consistent changes over time—like focusing on nutrient-dense foods, maintaining a balanced intake of protein and fibre, and avoiding extreme calorie cuts—can help you achieve lasting weight loss without deprivation. We also explore strategies for gradually increasing your calorie intake after weight loss to maintain a healthy weight, without triggering unwanted weight gain. Tune in to learn how to break free from dieting, build a healthy relationship with food, and embrace a more balanced, long-term approach to weight management.

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In this episode of the Empower Her Wellness Podcast, we dive into the all-or-nothing mindset that often fuels disordered eating. We explore how black-and-white thinking around food—viewing it as either “good” or “bad”—can lead to guilt, binge eating, and the harmful restriction-binge cycle. The episode breaks down the science behind this mentality, including how our brain chemistry and dopamine response make certain foods more tempting when restricted.

We share practical strategies to break free from this cycle:

1. Challenge black-and-white thinking by realizing that one “bad” meal doesn’t ruin your entire day or progress.
2. Use the 80/20 rule to create balance—80% nutritious foods, 20% flexibility.
3. Stop labeling foods as "good" or "bad" and start reframing them as nutrient-dense vs. less nutrient-dense.
4. Stop waiting for the “perfect” time (like Monday) to start over—just make the next meal a balanced one.

The episode encourages embracing food freedom and letting go of guilt and perfectionism. It reminds listeners that healing their relationship with food is possible and begins with small, sustainable shifts in mindset.

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