Brain Over Binge Podcast

In this episode, Kathryn discusses the affect that alcohol has on the higher and lower brain, and why drinking may make it more difficult to dismiss binge urges.  You will learn how to make a good individual decision about whether or not to have alcohol during recovery. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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

In this episode, Kathryn discusses what to do when you hear others talking about food and weight, whether that talk comes from friends, family, classmates, coworkers, social media, entertainment, or advertising.  You will learn how to stay detached from what people say about diets and weight loss plans and stay connected to what you need to do do recover. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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 medica

In this episode, Cookie Rosenblum returns to co-host along with Kathryn, to discuss the topic of moving forward after a slip.  You will learn how to have a helpful mindset surrounding any binges that you do have during recovery, so that you do not feel hopeless or give up.  Cookie and Kathryn give you practical strategies to help you learn from your experience and keep making progress toward freedom from binge eating. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s Free eBook Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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 Podc

In this episode, Kathryn discusses the topic of eating intuitively.  Intuitive eating is a common approach to normalizing eating habits in recovery; however, there are some challenges with this approach and it’s not right for everyone.  This episode will help you determine if and how you want to use the principles of eating intuitively. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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 for

In this episode, Kathryn discusses the topic of being ready for recovery. It’s possible you may need to work on an area of your life or another problem in order to prepare for dismissing urges and eating adequately; but most likely, you are ready for recovery just as you are right now.  It’s important to view recovery readiness in a practical way, and also to know that “you aren’t ready” thoughts can be neurological junk as well. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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 lice

In this episode, Kathryn discusses an aspect of binge urges that may be convincing you to act on them: “One Last Time” thoughts.  You will learn why you have thoughts that tell you to binge just one more time, and how to deal with those thoughts so that you can stop binge eating for good. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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 h

In this episode, Kathryn discusses a practical way to view the relationship between binge eating and stress.  You will learn that you are capable of avoiding binge eating even when you experience stress, but you will also learn how stress reduction can be used to improve the self-control function in your higher brain. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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 t

In this episode, Kathryn explains that the Brain over Binge approach is not a way to become a better dieter.  You’ll learn not to use the strategy of dismissing urges in a way it is not intended. Kathryn discusses why you should not try to dismiss true hunger signals, or all cravings for unhealthy food, or all desires to eat in a way that may not be ideal. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon 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 medic

In this episode, Cookie and Kathryn address some of the main questions and concerns that you may have after learning the Brain over Binge approach.  Topics discussed are: powerful urges, fear of recovery, overeating, and night eating. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 o

In this episode, you’ll learn that recovery happens on different timelines for different people. Cookie and Kathryn explain why this is the case, and why practice, perseverance, and patience are necessary.  You’ll also learn to develop a helpful mindset for overcoming any slips you may have. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 po

In this episode, you’ll learn why restrictive dieting is not compatible with binge eating recovery.  Kathryn and Cookie discuss how eating adequately will support your efforts to quit binge eating. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 disord

In this episode, you’ll learn to solidify the skill of dismissing urges by getting excited about your success. Celebrating your success helps the old brain pathways fade and strengthens the pathways supporting the new habit of not binge eating. Kathryn and Cookie will also explain how getting excited about the benefits of recovery will help you bring about lasting change. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 Pod

In this episode, you’ll learn to avoid acting on urges to binge, by using what you’ve learned so far in the previous 3 Components of Dismissing Urges (which were taught in the previous 3 episodes).  Kathryn and Cookie will discuss how you can manage any discomfort you have when you stop acting on urges, and how to keep making progress even if you do binge. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free pdf, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 pro

In this episode, you’ll continue learning to dismiss urges to binge by learning how to stop reacting to them. Kathryn and Cookie will explain how you can avoid letting the urges make you upset and anxious. You’ll learn the skill of “detachment” from urges, which can help you stop following them. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free eBook, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 t

In this episode, you’ll learn that the urges to binge are not you, and that you have the power to dismiss the urges. Kathryn and Cookie will teach you to separate your higher brain from your urges to binge, which come from your lower brain.  You’ll learn that the binge urges do not indicate what you truly want or need. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free eBook, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 h

In this episode, you’ll learn to view your urges to binge in a new way that is empowering. Kathryn and Cookie discuss the 1st Component of Dismissing Urges to Binge (View Urges to Binge as Neurological Junk).  You will learn to see your urges as faulty brain messages that are meaningless, powerless, and harmless. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free eBook, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 healthcar

In this episode, you’ll learn that there are two parts of your brain at work in binge eating and recovery.  The lower brain (also called the primitive or animal brain) produces the urges to binge, and the higher brain (also called the rational or human brain) gives you the capacity to stop acting on those urges.  You will learn how it’s possible to use your higher brain to take control back from the lower brain. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free eBook, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 discla

In this episode, you’ll learn the simple reason why you binge, and why you’ve found it difficult to stop binge eating in the past.  Kathryn and Cookie explain that the urges to binge are the only direct cause of binge eating, which takes the complexity out of recovery. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching More about Cookie Rosenblum:Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free eBook, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 substi

This is a podcast to help you stop binge eating. In this episode, you’ll learn about the Brain over Binge approach to recovery from bulimia, binge eating disorder, or any form of binge eating. Kathryn Hansen and Cookie Rosenblum share their personal stories of recovery, and explain why overcoming binge eating doesn’t have to be complicated. Subscribe to the Brain over Binge Course for only $18.99 per month Get personalized support with one-on-one coaching or group coaching Cookie’s free eBook and other gifts Get Brain over Binge and the Brain over Binge Recovery Guide on Amazon Download the free eBook, the Brain over Binge Basics, and get the monthly newsletter.   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 healthcar