As soon as you see your summer vacation photos, do you start picking apart your appearance? Ever pull out an old photo and think, "oh, I didn't look bad at all but I was convinced I looked terrible that night!" In this show we'll cover why these fun house mirror distortions happen, and how to see past them.
Jan 16
How Binge Eating Reflects Our Struggle with Restraint
Episode SummaryIn this episode, Georgie Fear explores the psychological chain reactions behind binge eating, revealing how it often serves as a rebound effect from excessive restraint and self-sacrifice. Through the story of Marta, a busy mom juggling family and business, listene ... Show More
12m 39s
Dec 5
When Food Becomes Protest: Defusing Resentment & Rebellion
Have to do this. Can't eat that.Over and over, these mandates drive a person crazy. Many of our clients say that it builds up over time, and they snap. They just want to eat and eat, in opposition to feeling pushed around by all the responsibilities and demands on them. They want ... Show More
11m 59s
Jan 2022
Ep 162: Chasing Beauty – A painful fixation on our looks
This is an episode for anyone who feels like they are obsessed with being prettier, younger, something-er, in some external way, and you feel that it is reducing your wellbeing in life. This came up when I was interviewed by Melissa Rivers. She asked something like, “What if you’ ... Show More
1h 2m
Jan 2018
13. How to Love Photos of Yourself
Until the last couple of years, I hated having my photos taken, no matter where they were shot, what I was wearing, or how I looked. All I saw in them were my flaws: my frizzy hair, double chin, belly rolls my height… you name it. The self-criticism was endless, and the family ev ... Show More
18m 43s
Aug 2023
#276: What to do if you still want to lose weight (the answer might surprise you) (Body Image Series Revisited)
#276: What to do if you still want to lose weight (the answer might surprise you) (Body Image Series Revisited) Description: I'm talking about negative body thoughts, exploring how NOT to respond to them and how to begin the work of changing them, as part of the Body Image Series ... Show More
25m 16s
Jun 2024
233 - Negative Body Image
Are you struggling with negative feelings about your body? Do you find yourself constantly frustrated, disappointed, or even disgusted by your appearance? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into the spectrum of body discontent and explore practical strategies for cop ... Show More
25m 36s