EP2. Coaching Call: Why Willpower Isn’t the Answer (And What Your Binge Is Really Telling You)

You’re doing all the right things—eating balanced meals, planning ahead, staying “on track”—and then somehow still end up in a binge spiral thinking, what the hell just happened? In this episode, we’re digging into why smart, disciplined people lose control around food… and what it actually means to stop needing the binge in the first place.

TIMESTAMPS 

0:00 Understanding binge eating as a coping mechanism, not a willpower issue.

5:26 Mechelle on midday spirals, restriction, and why “healthy” meals still lead to binges.

21:08 Rachel on nighttime urges, overstimulation, and using food to numb from daily overwhelm.

33:15 Sherry on panic around progress, generational patterns, and how bingeing feels like protection.

46:37 Why your binge is not the problem, but a clue to what still needs healing.

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ABOUT RYANN

I’m Ryann Nicole—a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Nutritionist, and recovered binge eater. I help high-achievers break free from the exhausting cycle of binge eating and finally feel at peace with food (and their brain). 

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional advice.