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In this episode, I talk about a simple mantra that powers your brain to find possibility instead of problems. My new book "The Opposite of Settling" is out now! Instagram: @case.kenny Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What If Emotional Eating Has Nothing to Do With the Food? With your host Nicole Ternay What if emotional eating has nothing to do with food at all? In this final episode of the Craving the Truth series, Nicole challenges everything diet culture taught you about cravings, willpower, and self-control. Discover why emotional eating is often an automated response…not your lack of discipline…and learn how to uncover the real reason you keep reaching for food. If you're tired of fighting cravings and blaming yourself, this episode will change the way you see the cycle. Check out my new website at https://www.nicoleternay.com/ While you are there take the MavenHeart Archetype Quiz!

Craving childhood comfort foods? You're not alone—and there's a fascinating reason why certain tastes and memories hit us harder than others.Discover how food nostalgia and emotional anchors shape what we crave, what we remember, and what we mourn when we change our diets. From Swiss rolls that lit up lunchtime to the magic of childhood candies, explore how our food memories aren't just about taste, they're about safety, routine, and identity. We break down the science behind the Proust effect, revealing how smells and flavors trigger emotional memories that can influence your food choices today. You'll discover how nostalgia keeps some foods alive in our hearts (and mouths), even if they no longer serve our health. Plus, learn why your palate evolution, and the changing ingredients in beloved treats, make some foods taste completely different now.This episode is perfect for anyone navigating dietary changes, battling food cravings, or curious about the deep connection between food and emotion. Whether you miss the thrill of a childhood treat or want to understand your ongoing food rituals, you'll leave with a new perspective on the grief, and joy, of eating.Why do we grieve our favorite foods? How do memories shape your current cravings? And what does your food nostalgia say about who you are today? Tune in to explore these questions—and maybe even find the courage to indulge in that nostalgic snack guilt-free.Warning: listening may inspire you to revisit some old favorites, but beware—you might just start craving a Swiss roll or a big bag of Doritos all over again.

Why craving safety keeps you trapped, fear of change psychology, navigating life transitions, messy middle personal growth. In this powerful conversation, Kevin McNulty sits down with transition coach Hillary Spiritos to explore why our brains seek familiarity during times of uncertainty—and how that instinct can keep us stuck.Discover how to navigate the messy middle of personal change, distinguish other people's fears from your own truth, and develop the courage to move forward even when life feels uncertain. Learn why passion is built through practice, why growth requires discomfort, and how to stay grounded in your adult self during life's biggest transitions.If you're feeling stuck, anxious, or uncertain about your next chapter, this conversation offers practical wisdom for embracing change and reclaiming your agency.Why Your Craving for Safety Is Keeping You Trapped | Hillary Spiritos | Grow Yourself

On this episode of the WIIRE podcast, we got to sit down with Shaletha Colbert, a military brat turned investor-friendly realtor, to unpack how she went from corporate benefits sales, postpartum, and a surprise layoff to owning and profiting from short‑term rentals in Costa Rica. This conversation is a must‑listen for female real estate investors who are: Feeling stuck in six‑figure corporate jobs Craving more freedom, flexibility, and “mini retirements” Curious about investing abroad and short‑term rentals You'll hear how Shaletha: Got “bit by the Airbnb bug” in Atlanta during the Super Bowl Evaluated different countries before choosing Costa Rica Protected herself with smart due diligence, escrow checks, and local teams Structured and operated two ocean‑view condos as profitable short‑term rentals Eventually exited with a strong gain (from $395K to $580K) and what she'd do differently next time She also shares three concrete tips to start investing internationally: Research deeply beyond the dreamy Instagram version Find an investor‑friendly, CIPS‑certified local agent Leverage Facebook groups and expat communities as free masterminds If you've ever wondered, “Could I really buy a vacation rental overseas?” this episode will challenge your limits and show you what's possible.       Resources: Book your spot at WIIRE Summer Camp before it fills up Connect with Shaletha on Instagram Simplify how you manage your rentals with TurboTenant Make sure your name is on the list to secure your spot in The WIIRE Community  Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Leave us a review on Spotify Join our private Facebook Community Connect with us on Instagram

If you've been struggling with your weight for years—or even decades—I want you to hear this clearly: It's not about the food.And in this episode, let's discover how your nervous system is actually controlling your cravings, your habits… and your ability to release weight.The First Agreement I Make With ClientsWhen I begin working with someone, we start with one important agreement: No weighing yourself.I know this can feel uncomfortable, especially when your goal is weight release.But focusing on the scale keeps you stuck in symptoms instead of addressing the root cause.Instead, I guide my clients to focus on:Their patternsTheir behaviorsTheir relationship with foodBecause that's where real change happens.The Real Problem Isn't FoodMost people think their issue is food.It's not.Because if it wasn't food, it could be:AlcoholSmokingAny other coping mechanismThe real issue is: The behavior behind the food.And that's exactly what I focus on.Your Nervous System Is Driving EverythingI look at hormones—but through behavior, emotions, and nervous system regulation.Your autonomic nervous system controls:HungerFullnessCravingsEmotional responsesThere are two key states:Sympathetic (Fight / Flight / Freeze)When you're in this state:Cortisol is elevatedBlood sugar stays highInsulin increasesYour body gets the message to:Store fatEat moreThis is where emotional eating, binge eating, and cravings live.Parasympathetic (Rest & Digest)This is where your body feels safe.And I want you to remember this: Weight release happens in the parasympathetic state.When your body feels safe:Cravings decreaseHormones regulateYour body no longer feels the need to hold onWhy I Don't Focus on Controlling FoodI don't teach people to control food.Because control always backfires.Instead, I focus on:Regulating the nervous systemReducing emotional triggersShifting behavioral patternsAnd when those behaviors fade… Weight release becomes a natural side effect.A Real Client StoryI recently worked with a client who went through a deeply emotional time—she lost her father very suddenly.During that time, our focus was not food.It was:Nervous system regulationEmotional supportProcessing traumaMonths later, she told me: She put on a pair of jeans she hadn't fit into in years… and they fit.We never focused on dieting.We focused on healing.The Root Cause of Emotional EatingSo many eating patterns are tied to:Past traumaStressAnxietyUnprocessed life eventsWhen we:Regulate the nervous systemProcess those experiencesCreate safety in the bodyThe urge to overeat… naturally dissolves.This work is about moving away from control… And stepping into awareness, safety, and real transformation. Because when your body feels safe… it no longer needs to hold on.Struggling with unwanted eating behavior? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating, and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

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What happens if you're Dave Mustaine and Nick Menza and Marty Friedman decide they're going to go work on solo projects instead of that boss ass Megadeth record you've started writing?Well, you call Lee Ving of FEAR and a couple other kids and bash out a new record.Here's the one and only album by MD.45

You work hard to make good decisions.You gather the data. Review the strategy. Listen to the experts.And yet sometimes something still feels off.The numbers say yes.The process says yes.The presentation is flawless.But your gut says no.That's because the leadership skill that matters most in an AI-powered world isn't another framework, productivity system, or communication technique.It's taste.Not aesthetic taste.Discernment.The ability to recognize what is genuinely excellent versus what is merely competent.The ability to see what will compound over time versus what simply looks good today.And in a world where AI can generate competent everything, that distinction may become the most valuable leadership asset you possess.In this episode, Fernanda explores why taste is actually a neurological capacity, how it's built through genuine encounters with excellence, and why leaders who develop discernment will hold an advantage that no technology can replicate. If you've ever found yourself: Feeling that something is wrong before you can explain why  Struggling to separate quality from noise  Wondering what human advantage remains in the AI era  Craving deeper thinking in a culture obsessed with speed  Making decisions that require judgment beyond data This episode will change how you think about leadership development.What You'll Learn Why taste is not preference, talent, or opinion  The leadership lesson Steve Jobs understood better than most executives  Why AI makes discernment more valuable, not less  How the brain develops taste through long-range neural connectivity  The surprising connection between novels, music, art, and executive judgment  Why expertise and taste are not the same thing  The neuroscience behind aesthetic judgment and leadership discernment  How passive consumption weakens your ability to recognize excellence  A practical way to begin building taste immediately  Why judgment, not skills, may become the defining leadership advantage of the next decadeYour Next Steps:Watch the Free MasterclassIf success still feels heavier than it should… this masterclass will help you understand why.Watch The Rewired Method™ in action How we help women executives end burnout and build sustainable success in less than 90 days...I recorded a step-by-step training for you here: The Sustainable Success Plan for Executive Women LeadersExplore The Rewired Woman™https://therewiredwoman.com/Follow on InstagramConnect on LinkedInCorporate Partnerships & Leadership Programshttps://rewiredglobal.com/corporates/

What if what you're craving isn't another strategy?Not more information.Not another self-improvement project.But a different atmosphere.In this deeply personal episode, I share the story of how a single doctor's appointment changed the course of my life and led me on a decades-long exploration of sacred sensuality, pleasure, feminine embodiment, and what eventually became the Vital Goddess Mastery space... aka the Venus Temple.Together we explore:

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Reprogramming Emotional Triggers Craving the Truth Series In this episode of the Craving the Truth series, we're diving into the psychology behind emotional eating and why your triggers aren't actually about food. If you've ever wondered, "Why do I keep doing this when I know better?" …this conversation is for you. You'll learn why your brain creates emotional eating patterns, how those patterns become automatic and how to reprogram them without relying on willpower, guilt or dieter's mentality. Because lasting weight loss isn't about never getting triggered...it's about no longer letting your triggers run the show. Check out my new website at https://www.nicoleternay.com/ Follow me on my NEW SOCIALS: https://www.instagram.com/nicole.ternay/ https://www.facebook.com/nicole.ternay https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleternay/ https://www.tiktok.com/@nicole.ternay

Have you ever reached for food—not because you're hungry, but because you don't want to feel something?In this episode, I break down emotional eating and why it has nothing to do with willpower. You'll learn how the need for relief—from stress, boredom, or loneliness—drives this pattern, and how your unconscious mind keeps it on repeat.I'll show you how to recognize your triggers, understand what's really happening beneath the behavior, and start breaking the cycle—without trying to “control” food.Emotional Eating Is Not What You ThinkWe often group everything together:binge eatingnighttime snackingmindless eatingemotional eating…but they are not the same.Each behavior is driven by a different nervous system state and a different internal trigger.Emotional eating is driven by one core need: Relief.You're not eating because you're hungry.You're eating because you're trying to move away from discomfort and toward something that feels better—even if it's temporary.It's Not Just “Big Emotions”Most people think emotional eating only comes from stress or sadness.But I want you to see the bigger picture.It can also come from:boredomlonelinessdisconnectionlack of stimulationFood becomes something to do, something to feel, something to connect with.And over time, your body learns: “This is how I feel better.”The Pattern That Runs EverythingEmotional eating follows a pattern: Trigger → Emotion → BehaviorSomething happens.It creates a feeling.You eat to escape it.This pattern lives in your unconscious mind.It doesn't think logically—it repeats what has worked before.So it records: “When I feel this → I eat → I feel relief.”And then it runs that loop automatically.Awareness Is the First BreakthroughThere's no quick fix.The first step is awareness.You can't change a pattern you don't see.So instead of trying to control the behavior, I want you to understand:how it startedwhat it's connected towhat it's doing for youBecause the moment you see it clearly, you create the opportunity to change it.Creating Space Between Feeling & ActionChange doesn't come from force.It comes from space.Instead of reacting immediately with food, I invite you to pause.Notice the trigger.Feel the emotion.Get curious.Ask yourself:When did I first feel this?What does this remind me of?What belief is attached to this?Emotions are waves. They rise and fall.But if you've never allowed yourself to feel them, your body believes they won't end unless you escape them.The Real SolutionEmotional eating is not a food problem.It's a nervous system problem.Real change comes from learning how to:feel safe in your bodytolerate discomfortregulate emotionsrespond instead of reactBecause when your body feels safe, you don't need food to create that safety.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

I have found I don't fit in with most mom groups. Not because of anything “wrong” with me, or the moms inside most mom groups. But because of the paradigms, beliefs and ways of connecting that exist within most mom groups. One-on-one, I can connect on some level with most moms in many ways. But in a group setting, something shifts. Complaining, gossip, competition, survival mode as the “real” real… It's just not… for me. This is one of the reasons I love My Lighter Motherhood. It's shifting the paradigm, one motherhood experience at a time, to one you enjoy more than suffer through. I don't want you to have to relate to the misery of it all as “just a normal part of it” either - as the main, leading, or dominant experience. Inside My Lighter Motherhood, you connect with the growth, magic and awe of it all. You ask for support from gratitude and joy in receiving, rather than a necessity from survival mode. You connect with other Moms and experience many of the same things on the outside - the night wakeups, the feeding around the clock - and instead of dreading another day collectively, you find growth, purpose, and even pure bliss as your everyday normal. That's the energy of loving motherhood. That's the energy of My Lighter Motherhood. How powerful when we all come from that place, together. Join the movement of Moms creating positive, powerful, present postpartum from the inside out here: www.mylighterway.com/mylightermotherhood

On a tous, de près ou de loin, quelqu'un qui souffre autour de nous d'une addiction. Parfois de manière visible. Et souvent de façon beaucoup plus cachée. Car être addict (ou addict repenti) donne honte. Et c'est tout le problème. Or, à l'heure actuelle, le phénomène n'est plus marginal : la consommation de drogues durs explose, l'alcool détruit des vies à tout âge, sans parler de médicaments, de tabac, de jeux d'argent, de troubles du comportement alimentaire et bien sûr de réseaux sociaux. Force est de constater que l'addiction est partout et que le monde actuel nous incite à tomber dans des comportements souvent nocifs pour nous et notre entourage. Pour décrypter ce sujet mal connu, j'ai invité Laurent Karila. Professeur en psychiatrie, grand fan de heavy metal, doté d'un humour aussi décapant que de connaissances impressionnantes, il est aujourd'hui la référence incontournable de l'addictologie en France.Dans cet épisode, je lui ai posé les questions qu'on se pose tous : Que se passe-t-il chimiquement dans le cerveau quand on est addict ?Pourquoi certaines personnes deviennent addictes et d'autres non ?Peut-on guérir d'une addiction ? Et comment ? Les hommes et les femmes sont-ils égaux face à ce phénomène ?Est-ce vraiment une question de volonté pour s'en sortir ?Que doit faire l'entourage ?Comment protéger ses enfants et ses adolescents ?Une conversation passionnante et profondément utile.Je ne vous en dis pas plus et laisse place à ma conversation avec Laurent Karila.Bonne écoute ✨Chapitrage 00:00 – Pourquoi l'addiction nous concerne tous01:47 – Comment devient-on addictologue ?04:00 – Comment savoir si l'on est vraiment addict ?07:51 – Que se passe-t-il dans le cerveau quand on est addict ?12:37 – Génétique, souffrance, quotidien : pourquoi devient-on addict ?17:42 – Drogues, sport, travail, sucre : peut-on être addict à tout ?25:08 – Peut-on guérir et comment aider un proche ?34:09 – Sucre, réseaux sociaux, drogues : les nouvelles addictions ?46:47 – Comment protéger ses enfants face aux consommations ?49:30 – Honte, volonté, heavy metal : les dernières leçons de Laurent Karila Notes et références de l'épisode ✨ Pour retrouver Laurent Karila : Sur InstagramSur YouTubeSur FacebookSur LinkedIn✨ Les livre écrits par Laurent Karila: Addict ou pasUne histoire de poudre. La cocaïne, tout le monde en prend maintenant. Pourquoi ?*Liens affiliés FnacHébergé par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Cravings can feel random.Like they come out of nowhere.Like something is wrong with you.But what I want you to understand in this episode is this:Cravings are not about willpower.They are about physiology.More specifically — they are driven by hormones responding to your stress, sleep, food patterns, and emotional state.Why Cravings Feel So ConfusingOne of the biggest frustrations with cravings is that they don't come from just one place.They are influenced by:Stress signalsBlood sugar patternsHunger hormonesSleep qualityReward pathwaysThis is why cravings feel unpredictable…but once you understand them, they are actually very patterned.Stress Is Driving More Than You ThinkYour body is constantly responding to stress.And it doesn't distinguish between:being chasedbeing overwhelmedworrying about your weightstepping on the scaleIt all registers the same.So when you're thinking:“I need to lose weight”“I shouldn't have eaten that”“I'm out of control”Your body hears: stressAnd stress creates a demand for energy.That demand shows up as cravings.Why You Crave Sugar and Quick FoodsWhen your body is in a constant “go” state:It releases energy into your bloodstreamYour brain expects that energy to be usedIf it's not used, your body pushes you to consume moreThis is why you crave:sugarsalty snacksrefined carbsNot because you lack discipline —but because your body is trying to keep up with perceived demand.The Blood Sugar LoopOnce you respond to cravings:Blood sugar risesStorage hormones kick inBlood sugar dropsAnother craving beginsThis creates a loop:Craving → spike → crash → cravingThis is where things start to feel out of control.But it's not random.It's biological.5. How Sleep Makes Cravings WorseWhen this pattern continues into the evening:Late eatingBlood sugar spikesDisrupted sleepThe next day:You feel hungrierYou feel less satisfiedCravings feel strongerSleep loss amplifies hunger and reduces fullness.6. Why You Feel Hungry Even After EatingThere's a disconnect many people feel:You eat…but you're still not satisfied.This happens when your body becomes resistant to fullness signals.So instead of:“I've had enough”Your body keeps saying:“Keep going.”This is not a mindset problem.It's a signaling problem.7. The Pattern Most People MissA very common pattern I see:Not eating much during the dayEating most of your food at nightAnd then trying to “fix” nighttime eating.But the truth is:The reset doesn't happen at night.The reset happens the next morning.8. The Shift That Changes EverythingInstead of:restrictingcontrollingfighting cravingsI want you to focus on:Supporting your body earlier in the dayEven something small:a light breakfasta simple mealconsistent nourishmentThis helps:stabilize energyregulate your rhythmreduce cravings laterStruggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

What if the lens you're looking through is distorting everything you see? In this message, Senior Pastor Aaron explores what it means to crave the right things, reminding us that what we hunger for reveals what we've been feeding on, and that anchoring our lives in God's Word is what keeps us steady in an unsteady world. He challenges us to examine our spiritual diet, separate the noise from the nourishment, and return to the pure milk of the Word rather than settling for secondhand content or curated experiences. If you've felt spiritually restless, easily distracted, or unsure why your faith feels inconsistent, this message will encourage you to change the lens and build your life on something that doesn't shift with the culture.

Boredom, Stress and Nostalgia Cravings In this episode of the Craving the Truth series, we're uncovering the reasons behind some of the most common cravings women over 40 experience. From boredom eating and stress snacking to the foods that transport you back to childhood, you'll learn why cravings aren't simply about willpower or a lack of discipline. Discover how curiosity...not criticism...can help you understand what your cravings are really trying to tell you so you can find more peace, freedom, and confidence around food.

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Introduction: Host Michael Rand starts with the Knicks' stunning Game 4 win over the Spurs. Imagine what it was like to be there. Imagine a Minnesota team and moment delivering like that one. Plus a promising Royce Lewis game in a Twins win. 13:00: Star Tribune columnist Chip Scoggins joins Rand to talk about numerous issues in college sports and the state of the Gophers athletics department. 36:00: A Buzz Lagos appreciation.

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There's a concept you've probably heard before — set point.And in the world of dieting, it's often explained in one very limited way:“Your body prefers a certain weight.”But in this episode, I expand that idea into something far more honest… and far more empowering.Because your set point isn't just about your metabolism.1. Why Weight Always “Comes Back”You'll hear I intentionally use the term weight loss — and explain why that language matters.Because what we lose, we subconsciously try to regain.That's why:You can lose 20 pounds… and gain it backYou can try different diets… and end up in the same placeYou can feel like you're doing everything “right”… and still feel stuckIt's not a lack of discipline.It's that your body is returning to its current set point — the environment it recognizes as “normal.”2. Your Body Is a Reflection of Your Internal EnvironmentThis episode anchors into a powerful truth:Your physical body reflects your internal environment.That includes:Your weightYour aches and painsYour habits and self-sabotaging behaviorsThey're not random.They're signals.And instead of trying to control the body…I invites you to look at what's shaping it.3. The Biggest Lie About Set PointDiet culture teaches that your set point is determined by:MetabolismCaloriesExerciseMuscle massGeneticsAnd yes — those factors play a role.But they're not the full picture.Because if they were…changing your food alone would permanently change your weight.And for most people — it doesn't.4. Your Set Point Is Your Entire “Diet”And here's where everything shifts:Your diet is not just food.Your diet is:What you watchWhat you listen toWho you surround yourself withWhat you scroll throughWhat you tolerateWhat you repeatedly think and feelYour environment becomes your biology.5. Stress, Cortisol & Why You Feel StuckThis episode connects the dots between stress and weight in a deeper way.Because stress isn't just something you “feel.” It's something you consume.And it directly impacts your internal environment — which shapes your set point.So even if:You're eating “healthy.”You're exercising consistentlyIf your system is constantly in:pressurecomparisonanxietyurgencyYour body will adapt to that as your normal.6. The Invisible Influences You're OverlookingI call out something most people don't want to hear — but need to:Your set point is influenced by:Your friendsYour familyYour work environmentYour social mediaYour entertainment choicesIf your environment constantly triggers:comparisoninadequacypressure“not enough” energy…it reinforces a version of you that your body will reflect.7. Your Thoughts & Emotions Shape Your Set PointThis might be the most important piece:Your thoughts and emotions are part of your diet.If you consistently experience:anxietystressguiltshameoverwhelmThat becomes your internal baseline.And your body responds accordingly.Not because it's working against you —but because it's trying to stay consistent with what feels familiar.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

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Send us Fan Mail In this second episode of our Loud Longings series, we explore how cravings are often about much more than food. What looks like a desire for sugar, bread, or chocolate can sometimes point to a deeper longing for comfort, safety, peace, or connection. We begin with a simple breath prayer from Psalm 139—“Search me and know me”—and invite ourselves into a posture of curiosity instead of self-judgment. Together, we discuss how emotionally charged cravings can carry memories, grief, and unmet needs, and why understanding the story behind them can open the door to greater compassion.We also share personal experiences with food and stress, reflecting on how Jesus meets us with tenderness in our places of need. Looking at His ministry around tables and His invitation as the Bread of Life and Living Water, we consider what it means to seek deeper nourishment when cravings become overwhelming.If a nostalgic craving surfaces this week, try pausing and asking, “What story is attached to this?” Then pray, “Jesus, meet me inside of this memory, meet me here.” Subscribe for the rest of this series, share this with a friend who feels stuck, and if it helps, leave a review, so more listeners can find hope and freedom.Support the showLearn more about our Revelation Within Community: https://www.revelationwithin.org

Send us Fan Mail97% of adults have sexual fantasies. Less than a third ever act on them. The fear is almost never accurate — and in this episode, we're closing the gap between what you want and what you actually do.I'll be honest: role play has always given me the ick. So I brought in Emma Velicski — romance author and founder of Saturday Box, the company turning kink and role play into a game you can actually play with your partner — to figure out why so many of us freeze, and how to finally get started.We get into:What role play actually is (it's broader than you think)The real reason couples who want to try it never doWhy it feels like a performance — and how to turn it back into playThe "cheap knockoff" fear nobody names out loudExactly how to start tonight, no costume requiredFind Emma and Saturday Box at https://saturdaybox.com/ Join in my 365 Days of Orgasms Journey Here: https://talksexwithannette.com/365-days-of-orgasms/Watch 365 Days Playlist on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2D5TFyt2Q8&list=PL9sLRET3FJyVns_2_wXvOoGrBeHyU1DDp

What if boredom isn't the problem, but the doorway to something you've been avoiding?   When drinking becomes your go-to solution for dull moments, quiet evenings, or a lack of excitement, it can seem like alcohol is what makes life interesting. But what if boredom is trying to show you something important instead?   Tune in this week to learn how to reframe boredom as a normal human emotion rather than something to fear or escape. You'll learn why modern life has trained your brain to constantly seek stimulation, how alcohol becomes part of that reward-seeking cycle, and why the more you rely on entertainment, distraction, or drinking to avoid boredom, the harder boredom can feel. You'll also discover what your brain is really craving when boredom strikes, and how learning to tolerate.   Find a personalized approach that helps you change your habit in my new book, The Ultimate Guide to Drinking Less, here: https://rachelhart.com/guide/   Discover alternative approaches to drinking less inside our membership program, Take a Break: https://rachelhart.com/tab/   Get the full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://rachelhart.com/472

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Most people think emotional eating is about food — but it's actually about the nervous system. In this episode, I open with a real conversation I had with someone who was questioning whether the nervous system is actually “a thing”… until she looked it up through AI and realized just how deeply it impacts digestion, hormones, and every process in the body.That moment led into a bigger question I hear all the time:Why was none of this ever explained to us?Why have so many people spent years dieting, struggling with food, and feeling stuck… without ever being taught about the system that regulates all of it?1. The Missing Piece in Weight Loss ConversationsI explain why the nervous system is often left out of the conversation:It's misunderstoodIt's not tangible or visibleIt doesn't come with a 6-week transformation promiseIt can't be tracked on a scale or appUnlike diets or macros, nervous system regulation is invisible — which is exactly why it's been overlooked.2. The Fantasy the Diet Industry SellsMost diets sell the same idea:Lose X pounds in X weeksFollow this plan exactlyMeasure everything and get predictable resultsIt feels clear and motivating because it's tangible.But what I want you to see is this:That promise is a fantasy.Real change doesn't come from control — it comes from regulation, safety, and identity shift.3. How You Actually Measure HealingYou don't measure nervous system healing by weight loss.You measure it by patterns like:Less frequent binge or emotional eatingSmaller intensity when triggers show upFaster recovery after difficult momentsLess time stuck in emotional spiralsFeeling more in control of your responsesHealing is not linear or dramatic — it's subtle and cumulative.4. This Work Changes Everything, Not Just FoodWhen I work with my nervous system and begin making peace with food, it doesn't stop at eating patterns.I notice:I become calmer in my relationshipsI respond instead of reactI recover faster emotionallyI feel more grounded in daily lifeBecause this work is not just about food.It's about how I experience life.5. You Are the Hero of Your StoryEvery story has contrast — challenge, growth, and change.And I remind you:You don't become the hero by avoiding difficulty. You become the hero by taking ownership of your life.6. Radical Responsibility = PowerIf everything is someone else's fault, then nothing is in my control.But when I say:“This happened”“It was hard”“And I choose what I do next”That's where my power comes back online.7. Reacting vs RespondingI break down two states:Reacting:AutomaticEmotionalOld patterns running the showResponding:IntentionalGroundedConscious choiceThe goal is not to remove emotions — it's to stop being controlled by them.8. Emotions Are MessengersEmotions are not problems to eliminate.They are signals.When I stop resisting them, I can actually understand them — and choose my next step instead of being overtaken by them.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

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What if recovery isn't just about changing your thoughts—but also about learning to work with your body?In this episode of The Alcohol Recovery Show, we explore somatic practices and how they can support long-term recovery from alcohol dependence. You'll discover what the term "somatic" means, why the nervous system plays such an important role in addiction and healing, and how simple body-based techniques can help you manage cravings, stress, anxiety, and difficult emotions without reaching for a drink.We'll discuss:✓ What somatic healing is and why it matters in recovery✓ The connection between alcohol, trauma, stress, and the nervous system✓ Why cravings often begin as physical sensations✓ Grounding techniques to calm the body and mind✓ Simple breathing exercises and body-awareness practices✓ Practical tools you can start using todayWhether you're newly sober, sober curious, or have years of recovery behind you, this episode offers gentle, practical ways to reconnect with yourself and build emotional resilience.If you'd like to explore some of these techniques mentioned in this episode in more depth, check out:

Most people think rejection is just emotional pain, but the deeper issue is often spiritual. Dr. Greg Gifford explains how misplaced identity, fear of man, and people pleasing create cycles of insecurity, hypersensitivity, and relational instability. Discover how confidence in Christ—not human approval—becomes the foundation for lasting peace, resilience, and wisdom.  Transformed Podcast Episode 178 | June 04, 2026 ___ Thanks for listening! Transformed would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Transformed we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

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In this episode, I explore the gut–brain connection from a completely different angle than most conversations you've probably heard.Yes, gut health matters. Yes, inflammation, dysbiosis, and digestion are important.But I also want to expand your awareness beyond food alone — because your internal state is influenced by much more than what you eat.1. Your Diet Is More Than FoodWhen I talk about “diet,” I'm not only talking about nutrition.Your diet also includes:What you watchWhat you listen toThe environments you stay inThe conversations you engage inThe people around youAnd the voice in your headAll of this becomes input into your system.So when we talk about gut health, we can't ignore the emotional, mental, and environmental inputs that are constantly shaping your internal state.2. The Gut–Brain Communication LoopYour gut and brain are in constant communication through the nervous system — especially through pathways like the vagus nerve.What I want you to understand is this:Your thoughts are not separate from your physiology.A thought can shift your internal chemistry, and your internal chemistry can reinforce your thoughts.It's a loop.3. Triggers Start the Entire Chain ReactionA trigger is anything picked up through your five senses:What you seeWhat you hearWhat you smellWhat you tasteWhat you physically feelWhen a trigger connects with a stored emotional memory, it creates a thought automatically.Most of the time, this happens without conscious awareness.4. Thought → Emotion → Body ResponseEvery thought creates a chemical response in the brain, which then influences how the body responds.That means:Thoughts of fear can shift the body into protection modeThoughts of safety can support digestion and regulationRepeated thought patterns create repeated body responsesOver time, these patterns become automatic loops.5. Conditioned Eating and Emotional LoopsMany cravings are not just about food — they are learned associations.For example:Certain foods linked to comfort in childhoodEating used as emotional regulationSmells or tastes triggering safety memoriesThese patterns are not random. They are conditioned responses your nervous system has learned over time.6. Digestion Follows State, Not Just FoodOne of the most important things I want you to understand is this:Your digestive system responds to your internal state.When the body is in stress or protection mode, digestion is not prioritized.When the body feels safe and regulated, digestion and metabolic processes function more efficiently.7. The Real Shift: Awareness Over ControlInstead of only asking:“What should I eat?”Start asking:“What is my system responding to right now?”“What triggered this shift in me?”“What pattern am I repeating unconsciously?”This is where real change begins — not in restriction, but in awareness.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

What sustains faith when prayer feels flat and God seems distant—and there's no clear tragedy to explain it? Anglican priest and former New York Times columnist Tish Harrison Warren joins Macie Bridge to talk about weariness, burnout, and the quiet middle stretches of a long spiritual life. Drawing on her new book What Grows in Weary Lands, she turns to the Desert Fathers and Mothers for a resilience that resists both flaming out and numbing out. "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." In this episode with Macie Bridge, Warren reflects on her own season of spiritual aridity and the ancient counsel to stay in your cell rather than escape. Together they discuss the difference between burnout and weariness, acedia and the noonday demon, perseverance, silence as countercultural practice, and the world as a womb. They explore why escape rarely heals and what it means to trust the slow work of God. Episode Highlights "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." "We're not having to hold our life together in the midst of weariness with will power and duct tape." "We kind of bring Times Square with us wherever we go now." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." About Tish Harrison Warren Tish Harrison Warren is a writer and an Anglican priest. She is the author of Liturgy of the Ordinary, named Christianity Today's 2018 Book of the Year, and Prayer in the Night, which won both Christianity Today's 2022 Book of the Year and the 2022 ECPA Christian Book of the Year. She formerly wrote a weekly newsletter for The New York Times on faith in public and private life and was a columnist for Christianity Today; her essays have appeared in Comment, The Point, and Religion News Service. She currently serves as the C. S. Lewis Theological Writer-in-Residence at Baylor's Truett Seminary, is a senior fellow with The Trinity Forum, and an assisting priest at Immanuel Anglican Church. (Source: tishharrisonwarren.com) Learn more and follow at tishharrisonwarren.com, Instagram @tishharrisonwarren, and X @Tish_H_Warren. Helpful Links and Resources What Grows in Weary Lands (newest book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/whatgrowsinwearylands Liturgy of the Ordinary (most popular book): https://tishharrisonwarren.com/liturgy-of-the-ordinary Curt Thompson, referenced on the brain and community: https://curtthompsonmd.com/books/ Show Notes Writing from the middle of the process Weariness vs. burnout—bigger than the occupational "It felt like the call had dropped, like the line had gone dead." Two years at The New York Times—top of a career, bone-tired Spiritually tinged exhaustion, distinct from depression Comprehensive difficulty—work, marriage, church, politics, drama Post-COVID burnout talk; why the church rarely names this Craving emotional highs in contemporary Christian faith We lack stories of long, steady faith "I do not think vitamin D will solve what I'm talking about." Discovering the Desert Fathers and Mothers Acedia, the noonday demon—sloth, boredom, irritation, doubt Flame out, numb out, or go deep The cell as guiding metaphor—a rhythm of prayer and work "Stay in your cell"—counsel of St. Moses and Arsenius Resisting the lie that escape elsewhere brings contentment "The cell is actually this transformative place." Curt Thompson: the brain isn't made to do hard things alone A desert mother's maternal metaphor—the world as a womb "What is happening right now matters"—hope without escapism Grace: "we're not having to hold our life together... with will power and duct tape." "Part of our weariness is it is too noisy. The world is too noisy." "God doesn't need me to be impressive or achieving." Trusting the slow work of God #TishHarrisonWarren #WhatGrowsInWearyLands #ChristianResilience #Burnout #DesertFathers #SpiritualFormation #Weariness #Acedia #Hope #ForTheLifeOfTheWorld Production Notes This podcast featured Tish Harrison Warren Interview by Macie Bridge Edited and Produced by Evan Rosa Hosted by Evan Rosa Production Assistance by Noah Senthil A Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/about Support For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give

What if breaking your nighttime snacking habit wasn't about willpower, but about creating an evening you actually love? ​In this episode of The Thin Thinking Podcast,​ we go deeper into the night eating cycle and explore how to transform your evenings from a time of mindless snacking into a time of true rejuvenation, connection, and self care. Because here's the truth… Night eating isn't a willpower problem. It's a pattern your brain has wired in as a form of self care, even when it's working against you. When you learn to forgive yourself, understand what your nighttime patterns are really giving you, and remodel your evenings around what you truly need, lasting change becomes possible. If you're ready to stop white knuckling your way through the evening and start creating nights that leave you feeling light, proud, and in the driver's seat, this episode is for you. Come on in!   FREE 5-Part Night Eating Mini-Series with Hypnosis & Coaching   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why taking food away doesn't work, and what to do instead How your brain wires night eating into a pattern of "self care" that backfires A step by step approach to remodeling your evenings around what you truly need   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

In the New Testament book of 2 Peter, there are some verses  which says the nourishment of the Word of God is something we desire. We should crave the Scripture because it provides a satisfaction that can't be found anywhere else.Main Points:1.  A newborn baby craves milk. Without this nourishment, the baby will cry. In fact, without the nourishment of the milk, the baby will not survive.  The Apostle Peter uses this contrast to teach us how important it is for believers to crave spiritual nourishment. Of course, he is speaking of the Bible, the Word of God. He says, by it, that is by the Word of God, we will grow up in our salvation.2. The key issue is desire. We must have a desire for the Scripture. It's through the pages of the Bible we come to know the author. My prayer is that we would develop a hunger for the Word of God, because we have a hunger to know God personally.3. The Scripture, for all of us, is an acquired taste. Before we came to know Jesus we had no appetite for the Word of God. We had a spiritual appetite, but we attempted to satisfy this appetite with the things of the world.  But the more we partake of scripture, the more we learn from God, and the more we apply it to our lives, the more we desire the Word.Today's Scripture Verses:2 Peter 2:1-3 - “Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good.Psalm 119:97 - “Oh, how I love your law!  I meditate on it all day long.”Psalm 119:18 - “Open my eyes that I may behold wondrous things out of your law.”Quick Links:Donate to support this podcastLeave a review on Apple PodcastsGet a copy of The 5 Minute Discipleship JournalConnect on SocialJoin The 5 Minute Discipleship Facebook Group

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Ever wondered what insights the tarot holds for you? Craving a bit of guidance from the mystical cards? Join Irene as she unveils a monthly tarot spread, guiding us to reconnect with ourselves and shedding light on our journeys.Ready for a weekly tarotscope?Join Irene on Patreon for a weekly reading and delve deeper into the month's mystical journey. Join today and become a member for exclusive magical fun!

“Are you a binge eater?”This is a question that often creates immediate resistance. Most people quickly say no — because the way binge eating has been defined in the past feels extreme, clinical, and far removed from their actual experience.But in this episode, I'm breaking that definition open.You're going to understand what binge eating actually is — in a way that has nothing to do with how much food you eat, and everything to do with your nervous system, your patterns, and your relationship with control.And most importantly, you will learn how to stop binge eating — not through more discipline or restriction, but by addressing what is actually driving the behavior underneath it.1. Why Most People Don't Relate to the Term “Binge Eating”Most of us were taught that binge eating looks like:Large quantities of food in one sittingLoss of control followed by purging or over-exercisingSo if that's not your experience, it's easy to dismiss the label entirely.But what if the real definition is simpler?Binge eating is any behavior where your actions are out of alignment with your intentions.2. Out of Integrity Around FoodBinge eating isn't about how much you eat.It's about moments like:“I wasn't going to eat that… but I did”Repeated snacking without awarenessEating past fullness without noticingNighttime eating you feel pulled intoWhether it happens in one sitting or throughout the day, the pattern is the same:Disconnection from intention.3. The Restriction–Binge CycleMany people unknowingly create the cycle themselves:Strict rulesHigh discipline“Being good” all weekFollowed by loss of controlThis often turns into:Cheat meals → cheat weekendsDiet → rebound eatingControl → chaosWhy?Because restriction creates scarcity, and scarcity drives urgency around food.4. Emotional Eating Is Part of the Same PatternIf you eat to regulate emotions like:StressAnxietyBoredomOverwhelmLonelinessThat is still part of the binge cycle.Because at its core, binge eating is: the movement away from discomfort and toward relief.Food becomes a tool for:NumbingEscapingSoothingDopamine relief5. This Is a Nervous System Pattern — Not a Willpower ProblemWhen you're in protection mode (fight-or-flight), your brain is wired to seek immediate relief.That means:Logic gets overriddenDiscipline becomes unreliableHabits feel automaticThis is why traditional dieting fails for so many people.6. Why Control Doesn't WorkMore structure does not fix the pattern.In fact, it often strengthens it.Because the real issue isn't food.It's the nervous system's relationship with:SafetyEmotionRegulationUntil that changes, the cycle repeats.7. The First Step to Food FreedomBefore changing what you eat, you first shift how your system responds to food.That means:Reducing urgencyRebuilding safety around eatingInterrupting the binge-response loopOnce that happens, everything changes naturally:Less obsessionMore clarityEasier choicesSustainable habits8. The Real TransformationFood freedom doesn't come from more control.It comes from: regulation → awareness → alignmentDownload my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

She'd eat well all day. Then evening would come and everything would fall apart. The urge for more snacks. Craving more and more and more. Here's why we over eat at night during menopause. And what to actually do about it. Before we dive in… By implementing what I'm about to teach you my client went from her night time snacking causing problems with her weight. To feeling good about her evenings and comfortable in her clothes. She's in a completely different place now. So just know that it's possible for you to stop the overeating at night too. Even during or after menopause. Even if you currently have strong food cravings. Want Help Putting This Into Practice? I've just released a short on-demand course called Comfortable in Your Clothes. You'll discover the 3 tiny habits to help you eat what you want AND feel confident in your clothes again. Without counting calories. Without going hungry Without missing out on your favourite foods LEARN MORE ABOUT COMFORTABLE IN YOUR CLOTHES

In this episode of Beyond The Abstract, Dr. Manish Jha stops by to talk about his new article Craving, Impulsivity, and Subsequent Methamphetamine Use With Naltrexone-Bupropion Versus Placebo: Findings From a Randomized Clinical Trial featured in the March/April issue of the Journal of Addiction Medicine.   Article Link: Craving, Impulsivity, and Subsequent Methamphetamine Use With Naltrexone-Bupropion Versus Placebo: Findings From a Randomized Clinical Trial

Most self-sabotage isn't a discipline problem — it's an unconscious pattern problem. In this episode, I break down something most people struggle to see clearly: the patterns driving self-sabotage are often unconscsherryshabanvious.A lot of people know something is off — stress, emotional triggers, or repeated behaviors — but still can't trace where it's actually coming from. This episode brings clarity to that gap.Instead of trying to fix behavior at the surface level, I guide you into identifying the thought loops underneath it.Why You Can't Always See Your PatternThere's a difference between:conscious thoughts (what you notice)unconscious patterns (what actually drives behavior)Unconscious beliefs live in the nervous system and quietly shape:emotional reactionseating behaviorsrelationship patternsself-sabotage cyclesThis is why awareness alone sometimes feels incomplete — the real driver is often deeper than thought.Pattern #1: Birth Trauma (The World Feels Unsafe)This pattern shows up as an unconscious sense that the world is unsafe or unpredictable.It can look like:chronic anxiety or hypervigilanceassuming others can't be trustedfeeling unsafe in neutral environmentsapologizing for your existencefear without a clear sourceAt its core, this pattern keeps the nervous system in protection mode.Pattern #2: Parental Disapproval ConditioningThis pattern forms when approval or emotional validation felt inconsistent growing up.It can show up as:never feeling “good enough”overworking for recognitiondifficulty feeling satisfied with achievementsneeding external validation to feel secureWorth becomes tied to performance instead of inherent identity.Pattern #3: The Unconscious Death UrgeThis is the “shutdown” or withdrawal response that appears when change feels overwhelming.It sounds like:“What's the point?”“Why bother?”“Nothing will work anyway”“I've tried everything”It often appears right before growth opportunities — not because change isn't possible, but because the system is resisting effort and uncertainty.Pattern #4: Negative Thought Loops (What If Thinking)Two dominant patterns show up here:What If Down Thinking:What if it doesn't work?What if I fail?What if I get rejected?What If Up Thinking:What if it works?What if something shifts?What if I succeed?Most people live primarily in “what if down” without noticing how much it shapes behavior.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

Going There is officially going on vacation for the summer! In this episode of GT, we share why we're taking a break over the next few months to rest, spend intentional time with family, recalibrate, and get reenergized for what's ahead. While we joke about our “summer vacation,” we also believe there's real value in stepping back and creating space to be refreshed. Join us back in September 2026 for brand new episodes, meaningful conversations, and all the things we can't wait to share with you! Craving more from Going There the Podcast? Come be our friend! Make sure you're following along on Instagram @goingtherethepodcast and subscribe to our podcast so that you never miss a new episode! If you love what you heard, we'd be so happy if you left us a rating and review on your podcast app. This way, more people can find us and join our fun convo!

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Why does the kitchen suddenly start calling my name the moment the sun goes down? In this first episode of a special two-part series, I'm diving into the real reasons nighttime eating can feel so difficult to change — and why it has far less to do with willpower than most people think. I explore how decision fatigue, emotional exhaustion, reward-seeking, and deeply ingrained habit loops all work together to make nighttime eating feel automatic. When we understand how the brain is wired, we can stop blaming ourselves and start approaching these patterns with compassion and strategy instead. I also share a powerful reframe that has helped so many people in my community: your evenings are not a problem to fix — they're a project to redesign. One rooted in self-care, self-respect, and learning how to support yourself in a different way. Whether you find yourself snacking before dinner, grazing afterward, or standing in the pantry late at night wondering how you ended up there again, this episode will help you better understand what's really going on beneath the surface — and how to begin creating lasting change. Come on in.   FREE 5-Part Night Eating Mini-Series with Hypnosis & Coaching   In This Episode, You'll Also Learn… Why willpower runs out by evening — and what to do about it. How your morning mindset is your most powerful tool against night eating. Why "just stop doing it" never works, and what actually does.   Links Mentioned in the Episode: Join my FREE Masterclass:  "How to Stop the "Start Over Tomorrow" Weight Struggle Cycle and Begin Releasing Weight for Good." Sign up for the FREE HYPNOSIS DOWNLOAD :  Shift Out of Sugar Cravings My book,  From Fat to Thin Thinking: Unlock Your Mind for Permanent Weight Loss (Includes a 30-day hypnosis process.) What would you love to hear about on the podcast?  Click here and let me know Subscribe to the email list so that you never miss an episode! Get more thin thinking tools and strategies

There's a voice in your head.It speaks constantly.It comments on everything.And more often than not… It's critical, harsh, and never quite satisfied.If you feel stuck in emotional eating or self-sabotage, this episode will help you understand the real reason why—and show you how to take your power back by separating from the voice in your head.1. The Voice You've Been Listening To (Without Realizing It)You are always in conversation with yourself.And that voice?Tells you you're not doing enoughMakes you feel like you're failingQuestions whether anything will ever workBut here's the shift:That voice is not trying to hurt you. It's trying to protect you.2. Protection Mode & The Nervous SystemWhen that voice gets loud:It triggers stressIt activates Protection ModeIt pulls you into reaction instead of responseAnd when you're in Protection Mode, you don't feel safe—you feel reactive and out of control.3. Reacting vs. RespondingReaction is automatic.Response is intentional.The difference?Choice.When I create space between a thought and my action…I take my power back.4. Emotional Eating Isn't the ProblemEmotional eating isn't failure.It's a coping mechanism.Food, scrolling, drinking, shopping—these were strategies your body created to support you at some point.But you get to decide if they still serve you.5. Emotional Regulation Is the Missing SkillEvery emotion carries a message.Instead of avoiding or numbing it, I can:Notice itFeel itUnderstand itRespond to it6. What Keeps You StuckIt's not lack of knowledge.It's the voice that:JudgesShamesReplays the pastKeeps you smallThe more I believe that voice… the more stuck I stay.7. The Shift That Changes EverythingI am not the voice in my head.I am the one hearing it.And when I stop engaging with it…I create space to choose differently.8. You Can't Shame Yourself Into ChangeReal change doesn't come from punishment.It comes from:AwarenessCompassionSelf-respect9. Breaking the PatternWhen I can observe:The triggerThe thoughtThe emotionThe urgeI can interrupt the cycle.That's where freedom begins.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide, Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

Have you ever felt distant from God and wondered where He went? In this episode, we talk honestly about spiritual dry spells, seasons where faith feels quiet, prayer feels hard, and God seems distant. We share personal experiences, biblical encouragement, and practical ways to stay rooted even when your feelings don't match your faith. If you're walking through a distant season, this conversation is a reminder that God is always present and near. Craving more from Going There the Podcast? Come be our friend! Make sure you're following along on Instagram @goingtherethepodcast and subscribe to our podcast so that you never miss a new episode! If you love what you heard, we'd be so happy if you left us a rating and review on your podcast app. This way, more people can find us and join our fun convo!

Are exhaustion and brain fog costing you next-level opportunities in your business and life? In this powerful episode of the Power On Plants Podcast, Jarrod and Anita Roussel reveal the top three hidden health killers that are sabotaging high-achieving Christian entrepreneurs. Discover why traditional dieting and health approaches fail to stick, and how the 5 step system of fueling your body with whole plant foods can radically optimize your energy and mental clarity for maximum reach, impact, and revenue.If you're ready to break free from overwhelm and finally get your body backing your vision 100%, this episode delivers the must-know solution for lasting transformation. Subscribe, listen, and step powerfully into your Kingdom purpose with the proven Accelerator system!Ready to love the meals that power fuel your calling? Inside Accelerator, you'll master our proven 5-Step Framework to fast-track yourself to steady energy, clear focus, and maximum impact in your mission. Join the Waitlist - doors open soon. Not yet inside Peak Performance Network? Join today for the faith-filled support + simple WFPB strategies that power your body optimally.

What if the real reason you feel bloated, exhausted, and stuck in a cycle of cravings… isn't your willpower—but your gut? In this episode, Colleen Cutcliffe joins Lindsey to break down the hidden power of your gut microbiome—and why 95% of us are missing one critical nutrient: fiber. From metabolism + energy to mood, cravings, and even longevity, your gut is running the show behind the scenes. Colleen reveals how your microbiome directly impacts GLP-1, your brain chemistry, and your body's ability to function at its highest level—naturally. If you're navigating stress, burnout, hormone shifts, or simply trying to feel better in your body, this episode is your blueprint. You'll walk away with simple, realistic “life hacks” to optimize your gut health, boost your energy, and finally break the cycle of inflammation, cravings, and fatigue. We also talk about: Why only 5% of Americans get enough fiber (and how it's impacting your health) How your gut microbiome affects mood, anxiety, and brain chemistry The truth about fiber supplements vs. whole foods Why processed foods + alcohol quietly damage your gut The surprising link between fiber, gut health, and colon health How stress destroys your microbiome (and how to fix it) Easy daily “gut health hacks” for busy women in their 30s What to do after antibiotics to rebuild your gut properly Resources: https://www.instagram.com/drcolleencutcliffe/ https://www.instagram.com/pendulumlifeco/ https://pendulumlife.com/collections/almost30 https://pendulumlife.com/products/gut-fuel-pouch https://pendulumlife.com/products/gut-fuel-packets Use Code ALMOST30 for 20% off Gut Fuel and your first subscription order Order our book, Almost 30: A Definitive Guide To A Life You Love For The Next Decade and Beyond, here: https://bit.ly/Almost30Book.  Sponsors: Ka'Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. Cozy Earth | Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code ALMOST30 for up to 20% off! And if you get a Post-Purchase Survey, make sure to let them know you heard about Cozy Earth right here!  Ritual | Don't settle for less than evidence-based support. Save 25% on your first month at https://www.Ritual.com/ALMOST30.  BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month. Chime | It just takes a few minutes to sign up. Head to https://www.Chime.com/ALMOST30. To advertise on this podcast please email: partnerships@almost30.com. Learn More: https://almost30.com/about https://almost30.com/morningmicrodose https://almost30.com/book Join our community: https://facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer.  Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices