I use to deal with a binge eating disorder, I have been in recovery for 1 year! 😁 I know it's tough but we can all get through this

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

be kind to yourself! 💜

@audreaturgeman

7 ай бұрын

How are things going? Hope you're staying strong

@katiefreshour5202

7 ай бұрын

@@audreaturgeman doing well, thanks for asking appreciate it

I lost my mom a few weeks ago and found myself binge eating everyday. I've been living alone since her passing. I gained around 20kgs not just since her passing but over the past few months since I stopped keto. My fiance cheated on me not too long ago to someone "fit" & "hot". I've been on such an emotional rollercoaster this year but glad to finally take the first step in going back to keto/lowcarb & fasting. I'm trying 💔

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

oh wow, that is a lot. I'm so sorry for your loss-I hope you are able to take some time for yourself. And yes, comfort in some way is essential during this time. Don't beat yourself up. Be kind to yourself. Sending you love.

@maismais993

Жыл бұрын

Oh my, I'm so sorry. This is a lot to go through. Please give yourself a break, it's tough times for you right now. Sending you hugs. Wish you courage and strength ❤️

I’m starting my recovery today after being a binge eater since childhood. I just found your channel.

Started my recovery and your channel is awesome

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

thank you so much! Sending you love!

Maybe I’m not paying attention to every feeling, but I find that sometimes even if my needs are met (other than hunger) and I’m feeling happy, I will still get the urge to binge.

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

nice awareness! I would get really curious when that urge comes-what thoughts and feelings are coming along with it? and what does it feel like in your body? 💜

@AlinaTowers

2 ай бұрын

Same.. I’m not a binge eater, more like a chronic, restless grazer. I’ve been really doing the inner work, but I find myself sometimes (too often) just putting more in my mouth because it’s tasty and I want more. Habit? Physiological addiction? Part of me is afraid even when I work through all the inner stuff, I’ll just be a happy overeater!

Love the reminder of just being present in general while we head into a super busy season ❤

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

So true! thank you.

Thank you so much for the great points about the stress eating, You explained this really well

If you struggle with binge eating, have you explored the moment you become aware? Is it before, during, or after a binge? Share your experience in the comments and feel free to engage with others-with kindness, please!

@leeprince4448

Жыл бұрын

After, and I hate it!

@FleurPillager

Ай бұрын

You should disclose the full symptom profile of bulimia and instruct viewers to contact their doctor if they have symptoms. Mindfulness is not a primary evidence based treatment for any diagnosed medical condition.

You're looking very well Alyssia. I hope things are as you want and need them to be 😁🦋

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

thank you!!

Mine happens the second a opportunity appears for it to happen honestly that goes for eating off track the second a event or evening out arrives i start to mentally give myself excuses on how just this one meal is ok to cheat on my keto its so frustrating but so hard to overcome the food temptation its why i have struggled and never exceeded to get the weight off which i want more then anything sadly the addiction to food wipes out the mere though of my goal every time

I know what I am feeling. I feel relaxed and content.

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

🙏💜

I kinda needed that.

What a great piece of advice!

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

thank you!

It's definitely important to check in with yourself and be mindful when it comes to eating, but what I struggle with more is the desire to binge eat- it's not something I do subconsciously and kind of awaken to realize I've over-eaten, but more that I view food as comforting and often want to have a giant meal- or I guess what others might call a 'planned' binge. I'm trying to get past that desire.

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

totally! I might consider what need that giant meal or planned binge is filling. There might be other ways to tend to it, too. I also find it's important to let myself find comfort in food and have talked about that on the channel before. The difference, for me at least, is being present with it. 💜

Can you email me info if you decide to do the January small group? Is there a place I can DM it to you?😊

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

hi! just add your list to the link in the description and I'll email you 💜

As you practice and teach others do you find yourself ever going back to old habits? Also does it get easier with time? I'm definitely finding myself better than I was a year ago.

Alyssia, I have huge cravings for chicken nuggets while watching soap operas. Weird ain't it? I sent you lots of Thanksgiving wishes, big sis.

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

I love chicken nuggets, Byron :) Thank you!! Happy Thanksgiving!

Yay first like and comment. Best to you and your family

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

thank you, Marie! 💜

I always overeat if I get super hungry.

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

YES! This is great awareness. Me too. I have tried to use that to help me remind myself the importance of not skipping meals for me.

Okay, bear with me: I think I finally figured out what bugs me about these videos. Alyssia, you say "binge eating" when that's not what you're addressing. What you're talking about is more like occasional overindulgence. Some-of-the-time overeating. I guess mindless eating fits more with the theme of mindfulness. I'm a binge eater, slowly getting better, and what you describe is something I don't connect with. I don't just accidentally eat an entire bag of cookies without realizing. I order $40-$50 of takeout and consume it in a single sitting. Regardless of how sick and painful it makes me feel. I know a couple people who've eaten so far past being full that they passed out. It's a bit different for everyone, of course. Some only overeat at mealtime, some people plan binges, and some are completely out of control. And some people are a mix of all of the above and more. Binge eating is (edit) a disorder, just like purging. And it shares many similarities with food addiction. And it's not only incredibly unhealthy but also affects the lives of people afflicted in many negative ways. And treading the path to overcoming any addiction (edit) or disorder should be done with the help of a mental health professional. I like to think this mix up isn't purposeful, I typically find you to be studious, knowledgeable, and genuine. I am bothered, however, that I only saw a reference to mental health services and a link to them in one of the other binge eating videos, but correct me if that's wrong. I do feel mental health services should be referrenced in every video on this topic.

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

Yes you're totally right that I should have clarified (and I have done this in previous videos where I discuss over-eating vs. BED). There is research around mindfulness with BED too, however, and that was the program I was trained in (MB-EAT). So while in this video the example I give is an over-indulgence, many of the same mindfulness principles can apply to exploring BED. I do apologize for not being more explicit and clear though and you're right is is important-I'll be more mindful of that in the future. Thanks for your comment! I do appreciate it.

It sounds simple until we try it ... ouff

@MindOverMunch

Жыл бұрын

yes! Simple... but not easy 💜

Sorry but food is my enemy. Period. I went from having a great relationship with food to gaining 20,30,40 up to 50lbs no matter what I did. I was diagnosed with VERY MILD hypothyroidism. I am in completely normal ranges, do 10k steps a day, workout 5-6days/wk for a minimum of 2 hrs, eating 1500 calories or less a day. Barely lost 2lbs and I’ve been doing this for almost a month. I’m also in the military so I’m at risk for being overweight for my height. I give up. Everyone tells me you’re only supposed to eat for fuel and it doesn’t have to taste good. Any foods I do find enjoyable are unhealthy or just don’t contribute to weight loss at all. Even when I did starve myself in the past I never lost weight. I think my body and mind will just never get along.

Is it messed up how my mind thinks that mindful eating is another dieting ?!? Does anyone else relate to that?

Mindfulness is not a primary evidence based treatment for Bulimia or other Binge Eating Disorders. Psychiatric conditions require medical treatment.

@Sammyklynn1234

11 ай бұрын

I hear your concern. I don’t think she’s claiming to be a doctor or claiming to heal people or discouraging people from seeking treatment. Mindfulness is a tool. I have been diagnosed with an eating disorder and my therapist helps me utilize mindfulness to create self awareness and regulate feelings, which in turn dials down the dysfunctional eating. It might not be a cure all but it can help.

@FleurPillager

Ай бұрын

@@Sammyklynn1234 She is treating a serious and potentially fatal medical condition with an adjunct treatment. It gives the wrong impression that mindfulness alone can successfully treat the symptoms of Bulimia and that just isn't backed up with research. Mindfulness is also a Buddhist religious practice and that isn't disclosed in this video.