Let me share the story of Kerri, a client in my Spring cohort of BEU. Her journey shows exactly why so many of us get stuck in the diet-binge cycle. Kerri’s story starts like so many others—one step forward, two steps back. But here’s the twist: that struggle isn’t a sign that you’re failing. It’s a sign that you’re changing, pushing out of the familiar into something new.
In this episode, we’ll talk about why bingeing feels “safe” and why you keep falling back into it, even when you’re desperate to stop. I’ll walk you through the two key mindset shifts that Kerri had to make to finally break free from the cycle—and trust me, it’s not about willpower or self-control.
If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated, questioning why you can’t seem to stop bingeing no matter how badly you want to, this episode is for you.
I’ll help you unpack the thoughts and emotions that keep you stuck and show you how to start moving forward in a way that truly sticks.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Kerri’s story: One step forward, five steps back—why it’s part of the process
- The comfort zone lie: Why bingeing feels “safe” and familiar
- Mindset shift #1: Understanding why bingeing is your brain’s way of trying to protect you
- Mindset shift #2: Why recovery is hard at first but gets easier, while staying stuck only makes it harder over time
- How Kerri’s journey shifted in phase 2 of BEU, rebuilding self-worth and body image
Up next: Episode 6: Are You Ready for Binge Eating Coaching? How to Really Know