Best Understand why you binge eat Podcasts (2025)

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115. The One Thing You Need To Understand About Why You’re Binge Eating 31:34

28d ago31:34

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Do you ever wonder “why am I binge eating?” and just can’t wrap your head around it. Maybe you feel like you’re trying to do everything ‘right.’ Maybe you’ve been trying to muster up all the willpower and self-discipline to stop binge eating, but you just can’t seem to make it stick. Well, I’m going to shed light on the one thing you deeply need to…

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Why Rest Feels So Hard 27:14

2d ago27:14

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After the marathon, I gave myself more space to recover than ever before - and I still found myself overriding what my body was asking for. This episode is part two of my 3-part post-race series, and it’s all about the after: the energy drop, the resistance to slowing down, and the uncomfortable truth that even intentional rest sometimes misses the…

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Bingeing, All or Nothing Mindsets, Eating Out and MORE… Live Coaching Replay with Broccoli Mum 46:20

3d ago46:20

46:20

Ever feel like you're smashing it one day… then eating everything in sight the next?Or maybe you eat out and think, “ I've ruined it” so you just give up on your diet completely or maybe deep down, you’ve got a story about yourself and your idenity that's keeping you stuck You’re not alone and you’re definitely not broken. In this live coaching rep…

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171. Healing the Hidden Wounds of Disordered Eating with Dr. Katheryn Zerbe 51:14

3d ago51:14

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Today, we’re diving back into the murky waters of secrets with none other than the incredible Dr. Katheryn Zerbe. If you’ve been around the UDE fam for a while, you’ll remember her from our earlier episode on secrets and eating disorders (if not, press pause and go listen to that one first—we’ll wait). This time around, we're exploring what secrets…

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171. Healing the Hidden Wounds of Disordered Eating with Dr. Katheryn Zerbe 51:14

3d ago51:14

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Today, we’re diving back into the murky waters of secrets with none other than the incredible Dr. Katheryn Zerbe. If you’ve been around the UDE fam for a while, you’ll remember her from our earlier episode on secrets and eating disorders (if not, press pause and go listen to that one first—we’ll wait). This time around, we're exploring what secrets…

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Why You're Afraid of Feeling Hungry 8:47

5d ago8:47

8:47

Happy Satiated Saturday! When you're feeling threatened in your body, hunger and fullness cues can feel wonky and also frightening. Hunger can come out of nowhere and remind you how little control you may feel in your life right now. The felt sense of hunger can be similar to past experiences you've had that left you feeling unsafe. The empty feeli…

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No Regrets: Inside My Boston Qualifying Race 36:29

9d ago36:29

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I recently ran the Eugene Marathon - and I qualified for Boston. But what made this race so meaningful wasn’t just the finish time. It was how I showed up when things got hard. In this episode, I’m sharing the full story of race day: the physical pain, the mental challenges, the moments I wanted to quit, and the mindset that carried me through. It’…

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170. The Perfectionist Paradox 35:42

10d ago35:42

35:42

This episode is all about what happens when you combine years of working with people navigating eating disorders, a healthy dose of sarcasm, and way too many personal run-ins with perfectionism. I’m unpacking the idea I’m calling The Perfectionist Paradox—where striving for perfection actually gets in the way of the thing you’re trying to do well i…

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170. The Perfectionist Paradox 35:42

10d ago35:42

35:42

This episode is all about what happens when you combine years of working with people navigating eating disorders, a healthy dose of sarcasm, and way too many personal run-ins with perfectionism. I’m unpacking the idea I’m calling The Perfectionist Paradox—where striving for perfection actually gets in the way of the thing you’re trying to do well i…

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How Society Shapes Our Health Beliefs and Dieting Behaviors with Abbie Attwood 47:56

12d ago47:56

47:56

Happy Satiated Saturday! What if diet culture wasn't actually the "problem"? Focusing on diet culture can become a distraction. It keeps the conversation circling around the same point—being controlled around our food choices is the problem, and we need to regain our experience of choice with food. Yet, when all of our attention stays on food, we m…

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117. What is Body Grief and Why is it So Important for Your Healing? with Brianna Campos 58:49

14d ago58:49

58:49

If you’ve experienced body changes on your journey to heal your relationship with food, if you’re sad that your body doesn’t look like what you wanted it to, or if you’re just feeling incredibly frustrated about the size of your body – this episode is definitely for you. In this episode, we are joined by Brianna (Bri) Campos, LPC, a licensed mental…

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Olympic Athletes & Body Image 32:44

16d ago32:44

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In today's episode, I share what happened when I watched Olympic and Paralympic athletes discuss their body image struggles on Project Runway. I was struck by how these incredible women - whose bodies many of us might envy - still faced insecurities and fitting challenges. If even Olympic athletes struggle with body image, what does that mean for t…

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169. Weight, Worth, and Why We’re Still Talking About BMI with Dr. Erin Knopf 44:05

17d ago44:05

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Forget everything you think you know about eating disorders—this episode goes way beyond the old myths about "willpower" and "control." Today, we're digging into the real, science-backed roots of eating disorders with Dr. Erin Knopf: pediatrician, psychiatrist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and co-founder and chief medical officer of Very, …

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169. Weight, Worth, and Why We’re Still Talking About BMI with Dr. Erin Knopf 44:05

17d ago44:05

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Forget everything you think you know about eating disorders—this episode goes way beyond the old myths about "willpower" and "control." Today, we're digging into the real, science-backed roots of eating disorders with Dr. Erin Knopf: pediatrician, psychiatrist, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, and co-founder and chief medical officer of Very, …

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Episode 18 - Q&A: "Jen, how do you do it all?" 20:09

18d ago20:09

20:09

By Jen Williams

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Discover Your Inner Wisdom and Body Intuition On A Food Recovery Journey with Katie Beecher 45:25

19d ago45:25

45:25

Happy Satiated Saturday! Intuition has been fascinating for me. I first started getting into the mind-body connection through practicing and learning about yoga and yoga philosophy. In yoga classes, I would often hear teachers talking about trusting your intuition. To be guided by your intuition. But, what I rarely heard was descriptions of how do …

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116. Spring Cleaning for Food Freedom: What You Really Need to Let Go Of 42:00

21d ago42:00

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Are there still little things lingering in your relationship with food and your body that you know aren’t serving you — but you haven’t let go of yet? Or maybe you don’t even know exactly what it is that’s not serving you but you just feel “off” and probably a little bit (or a-lot-a-bit) stuck. In this episode, we’re doing a spring cleaning. Not yo…

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I'm taking a break 1:04:44

22d ago1:04:44

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Hi friends! Lily here <3 This episode is really important. In today's convo, I share why it's time for me to take a step back. Then, I share a re-run of my testimony (posted on Jan 19, 2025) which is one of the most important episodes on the 80/20 catalog. 80/20 is and always will be something I'm most proud of. It's been an honor to host conversat…

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What Marathon Training Taught Me About Healing 32:59

23d ago32:59

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In this personal episode, I take you behind the scenes of my Boston Marathon qualifying journey and reveal the unexpected parallels I've discovered between athletic training and healing our relationship with food. I share how shifting from bracing against discomfort to opening up to possibility has transformed not just my running performance, but o…

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168. Healing Binge and Emotional Eating 26:08

24d ago26:08

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In this episode, I’m diving into the messy and complicated cycle of restriction and bingeing—not just with food, but with all the things we tell ourselves we shouldn’t need. Why do we do this? How does it backfire every time? And more importantly, how do we break free? Tweetable Quotes "You can't just ignore your needs and wants forever. That's whe…

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168. Healing Binge and Emotional Eating 26:08

24d ago26:08

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In this episode, I’m diving into the messy and complicated cycle of restriction and bingeing—not just with food, but with all the things we tell ourselves we shouldn’t need. Why do we do this? How does it backfire every time? And more importantly, how do we break free? Tweetable Quotes "You can't just ignore your needs and wants forever. That's whe…

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Episode 17 - How to find time for you when you're a working mum 10:47

25d ago10:47

10:47

By Jen Williams

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Update Your Response to Stress, Stop the Symptom Reaction Cycle with Ali Damron 46:49

26d ago46:49

46:49

Happy Satiated Saturday! How do you currently view symptoms or impulses in your body? Are they something to be fixed? Are they wrong or bad? Are you afraid of them when they increase? If you said yes to these questions, you might notice how does it feel in your body to view the body's symptoms and impulses as wrong, bad, fearful, and need of fixing…

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how I stopped binge eating & obsessing over food (rerun!) 39:46

29d ago39:46

39:46

It's not really about the food. In today's episode, Lily discusses the real reason why disordered eating habits begin and how she overcame her food obsessed. She covers topics like body image struggles, anxiety, extreme stress, and more. Note: this is a rerun from May 2024 :) Connect with 80/20 https://instagram.com/8020pod Submit to the 80/20 Advi…

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The Power of Co-Regulation 33:11

1M ago33:11

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In this episode, I explore the transformative power of co-regulation and why it might be the missing piece in your journey to freedom from binge eating. I'll share what happens in your brain and body when you connect with someone safe, why isolation often triggers binge behaviors, and how to find sources of co-regulation even when human connection …

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34 Habits and Hacks I Learned Before 34 50:43

1M ago50:43

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Ever feel like you're doing all the right things but still not seeing results? As it’s my birthday and I’m turning 34, I thought it was the perfect time to deep dive into the 34 habits and mindset shifts that have actually transformed my approach to health, fitness, and life all before turning 34! We're talking: Why delayed gratification beats deni…

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The Non-Sexy, Not Marketable Approach to Lasting Body Wellness with Ashley Fillmore 45:33

1M ago45:33

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Happy Satiated Saturday! While trauma-based food coping mechanisms, like binge eating, can feel dramatic, healing can sometimes (not always) be incredibly boring. Decreasing food patterns can look like simple acts of body care, like: Eating consistent, balanced meals Moving your body in nourishing ways Taking time to breathe and enjoy a moment Fost…

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the "EVEN IF" mindset & how to practice it with Sarah Helton & Kenzie Todd 58:35

1M ago58:35

58:35

Even if I’m single, that job doesn’t work out, I fail, I don’t know what’s next in life… Sarah Helton and Kenzie Todd, co-hosts of Even If, join Lily on the mic to chat about the EVEN IF mindset and what it means to keep pursing Jesus even if things aren't going our way. The girls discuss persistent prayer, setting healthy boundaries, community in …

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How To Stay Consistent When Your Emotions Feel Overwhelming with Coach Abbie 54:17

1M ago54:17

54:17

Ever feel like life is just too much? Like you're drowning in emotions, trapped in a whirlwind of inconsistency, and the only thing that sounds remotely manageable… is lying in bed, crying, and eating chocolate? In this episode, I sat down with one of our amazing one-on-one Lean with Plants coaches, Abbie, to talk about how to manage those intense …

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Why Nervous System Work Matters More Than Willpower 24:56

1M ago24:56

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What do you do when everything goes off the rails and your nervous system is on high alert? In this episode, I share what happened during a recent workshop when unexpected tech issues threw everything off track—and how I responded in a way that’s very different from how I would have during my binge eating years. Instead of relying on willpower or p…

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Understanding Your Gut and Its Role In Your Mood and Cravings with Martha Carlin 52:10

1M ago52:10

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Happy Satiated Saturday! I have one published article in a journal titled, The Enteric Nervous System and Body Psychotherapy: Cultivating a Relationship with the Gut Brain. I have a fascination and curiosity about the gut. The gut contains about 100 trillion bacteria that contribute to your mood, mental health, immune system, cravings, and nervous …

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keep walking in faith (even though you might have doubts) 17:11

1M ago17:11

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How do you keep walking in faith through the ebbs and flows? This week, Lily chats through Matthew 14 and how Jesus always extends a hand through all the challenges and changes. Download the SURF Guidebook: https://lilyrakow.myflodesk.com/surf Listen to the previous SURF episodes: learn to ride the wave: an introduction to the SURF series stop chas…

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Safety vs Control: What You Really Need to Stop Binge Eating 22:23

1M ago22:23

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Many of us believe we need more control over our eating habits, more willpower, more discipline. But what if control is actually the problem, not the solution? In this episode, I share my personal journey of realizing that my binge eating wasn't about lacking control—it was about desperately seeking safety in the wrong ways. I explain why the more …

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167. How to Achieve Full Recovery with Ilene Fishman, LCSW-R, ACSW, FAED 43:50

2M ago43:50

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In this episode, I sit down with therapist and author Ilene Fishman to explore what it really takes to achieve lasting recovery. We dive into the complex, sometimes uncomfortable truths about healing from an eating disorder, the importance of self-compassion, and why true freedom goes beyond simply “eating normally.” Ilene V. Fishman, LCSW, ACSW, F…

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167. How to Achieve Full Recovery with Ilene Fishman, LCSW-R, ACSW, FAED 43:50

2M ago43:50

43:50

In this episode, I sit down with therapist and author Ilene Fishman to explore what it really takes to achieve lasting recovery. We dive into the complex, sometimes uncomfortable truths about healing from an eating disorder, the importance of self-compassion, and why true freedom goes beyond simply “eating normally.” Ilene V. Fishman, LCSW, ACSW, F…

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How To Break The Binge and Restrict Cycle — 5 Step System 52:31

2M ago52:31

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Break free from the binge and restrict cycle with this powerful 5-step system. In this episode, I share my personal journey with binge eating and how I finally overcame it. I'll reveal why binge eating isn't a failure of willpower, but rather a normal response to food restriction and highly processed foods. You'll learn why traditional approaches f…

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Episode 16 - Q&A: How do you lose weight in a healthy way without falling into the diet mentality traps? 18:24

2M ago18:24

18:24

By Jen Williams

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why isolation isn't healthy & how to strengthen friendships through vulnerability 37:49

2M ago37:49

37:49

Loneliness leads to mind games. It shakes your faith and leaves you feeling worse than before. In this episode, Lily unpacks what isolation is and is not, explains why we need community, and shares ways to be the initiator in your friendships and relationships. This is episode #4 of the SURF series — Stop, Understand, Relationships, Faith — a five-…

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The Restriction You Don't Know You're Doing 23:58

2M ago23:58

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You've heard that restriction leads to binging. You might even be trying hard not to restrict. But what if your body still thinks you're on a diet? In this eye-opening episode, I reveal the hidden forms of restriction that might be sabotaging your relationship with food – even when you think you're doing everything right. From the fear of restricti…

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166. Exercise and Eating Disorder Recovery 22:34

2M ago22:34

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When it comes to exercise and movement, we believe it is this wonderfully balanced, healthy thing, right? But for a lot of us, it’s… complicated. Maybe you feel like you have to move or else your anxiety will skyrocket. Maybe you mentally calculate every bite of food and match it with a “required” workout. Or maybe you find yourself hitting the gym…

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166. Exercise and Eating Disorder Recovery 22:34

2M ago22:34

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When it comes to exercise and movement, we believe it is this wonderfully balanced, healthy thing, right? But for a lot of us, it’s… complicated. Maybe you feel like you have to move or else your anxiety will skyrocket. Maybe you mentally calculate every bite of food and match it with a “required” workout. Or maybe you find yourself hitting the gym…

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How Rebekah Lost 50 lbs and Escaped The Binge Shame Cycle 57:21

2M ago57:21

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Rebekah lost almost 50lbs in just four months. This isn’t just a weight loss story—it’s about overcoming the shame and self-doubt that held her back for years. This is one of most inspiring interviews I have ever done! In our conversation, Rebekah opens up about the emotional journey that led to not just losing weight, but gaining a newfound confid…

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Episode 15 - Lauren Johnson Reynolds: PCOS & Weight Gain - It Was Never About Willpower 37:36

2M ago37:36

37:36

An amazing discussion with Nutritional Specialist Lauren Johnson Reynolds, where we delve into the ins and out of PCOS: what is it, how it impacts us and what we can do to help ourselves. We also explore the relationship between PCOS, weight loss and Diet Culture and how women with PCOS have been left to feel like their the failure. FREE 7 Day Mind…

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An Ayurvedic Perspective on Food as Medicine with Dr. Shivani Gupta 51:18

2M ago51:18

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Happy Satiated Saturday! When I started to learn about the mind-body connection through yoga, I dove deep into all things yoga. I became a bit of a yoga fanatic and that led me to learn about Ayurveda, which is yoga's sister science. Ayurveda is a whole-body system of medicine. Rather than seeing symptoms as problems to be fixed, Ayurveda approache…

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Episode 14 - Q&A: How Do I Stop Binge Eating 13:38

2M ago13:38

13:38

Please be aware that in today’s episode we are going to be touching on eating disorders Today’s episode is going to help us understand the key differences between binge eating and overeating and then help us find a solution to overcome that that is personal to us, using the quiz below: Why You Overeat…

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114. 5 Months Binge-Free & Finally Feeling Normal Around Food: Shelly’s Journey 58:57

2M ago58:57

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Have you ever felt like you’ve tried everything to stop binge eating — only to keep falling back into the same cycle? That was Shelly’s story, too. After 20+ years of dieting, restricting, feeling trapped in the binge-restrict cycle, and then even 2 years of trying intuitive eating on her own but still feeling stuck… she joined the Food Freedom Cir…

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understanding big emotions amidst life's challenges: how to navigate your feelings when it's chaotic, overwhelming, and confusing 26:21

2M ago26:21

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Sometimes feelings just don't make sense. And that’s okay, but understanding them should be a top priority. In order to really understand something, there are a few important factors, including comprehension, insight, and empathy. Understanding requires a huge effort towards cognitive engagement, and this episode encourages exactly that. In this ep…

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All Bodies on Bikes: Creating an Inclusive Cycling Community 33:53

2M ago33:53

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As a longtime cycling enthusiast, I know firsthand the joy and freedom that riding a bike can bring. But for too long, the cycling world has excluded people in larger bodies from fully experiencing that joy. That's why I'm so excited to share this episode as part of Podcasthon. Podcasthon is an incredible non-profit initiative uniting over a thousa…

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165. Why Avoiding Your Feelings Makes Everything Worse with Jenna Hollenstein 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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You know that feeling when you’d rather do literally anything than sit with your own emotions? Like, suddenly, cleaning out your junk drawer or reorganizing your spice rack sounds way more appealing than dealing with that uncomfortable feeling creeping in? Yeah, we’ve all been there. The truth is, our brains are wired to avoid pain and chase comfor…

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165. Why Avoiding Your Feelings Makes Everything Worse with Jenna Hollenstein 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

You know that feeling when you’d rather do literally anything than sit with your own emotions? Like, suddenly, cleaning out your junk drawer or reorganizing your spice rack sounds way more appealing than dealing with that uncomfortable feeling creeping in? Yeah, we’ve all been there. The truth is, our brains are wired to avoid pain and chase comfor…

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