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Aug 22
12m 58s

“I Can’t Handle This” — The Thought That...

Georgie Fear and the Confident Eaters Team
About this episode

In today's episode, we discuss how moments of emotional distress can often trigger binge and emotional eating and it all starts with the thought 'I can't handle this'. 

But what if there was a way to reframe that thought and change the course of your actions as a result? It all starts with combating overwhelm, building up alternative strategies, and garnering your support system in times of need. Learn from real client examples, who faced overwhelming situations without resorting to binge eating. We know you can too.

Discover practical strategies to recognize distress signals and implement grounding thoughts to help you on your journey to food freedom. And if you want to fast track the process, our coaching programs can help you break the binge-restrict-guilt cycle and strengthen your relationship with food and yourself. 


00:26 Maya's Story: Overcoming Overwhelm

02:08 Understanding the "I Can't Handle This" Thought

04:21 Strategies to Combat Overwhelm

05:54 Personal Reflections and Client Stories

06:28 The Importance of Support Systems

10:05 Coaching and Support Programs

10:57 Conclusion and Listener Support

Connect with Georgie and the Confident Eaters Coaches: 

Have you ever thought, "I know what to do, I just need to consistently do it"? Who hasn't? Sometimes we need accountability. Sometimes we need specific strategies, new tools, or a bit of help. If you are want help to become a confident, sensible eater with 1:1 personalized attention, sign up at ConfidentEaters.com.

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