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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 to stick to your diet?

In this week's episode of the Outsmart Overeating Podcast, Coach Steph and I reveal the sneaky little lies you tell yourself that sabotage your weight loss goals.

We dive into the top five most common lies you tell yourself—like “I’ll start tomorrow” or “I deserve it”—that keep you trapped in a cycle of overeating.

With actionable strategies and our proven Mindshift Method, you’ll learn how to reframe these thoughts, take control of your mind, and finally break free from the excuses holding you back.

Tune in to discover how different thoughts lead to different outcomes and how developing this valuable skillset can transform your relationship with food and propel you towards permanent weight loss.

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 to navigate tempting family BBQs without derailing your weight loss goal?

In this episode of the Outsmart Overeating Podcast, Coach Steph Miramontes and I dive into a relatable Reddit post from a woman facing a calorie-busting 4th of July barbecue.

We break down her four options—cheat day, starving all day, bringing her own food, or attempting moderation—and reveal why these common strategies often backfire, fueling food noise, guilt, and overeating.

Discover actionable solutions to enjoy burgers, sides, and desserts without the stress or self-sabotage.

Tune in to learn how to approach social gatherings with confidence, trust yourself around any menu, and break free from the restrictive dieting trap.

Plus, get exclusive access to Your Summer Grill and Chill Playbook mini-course for a step-by-step guide to mastering moderation this holiday weekend!

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.