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The Binge Eating Coach Podcast

The Binge Eating Coach Podcast

By Krista Couch

The podcast that helps you go from intellectually knowing how to stop binge eating to having real peace with food. Krista Couch, recovered bulimic and certified life coach, shares insights and encouragement to help you stop binge eating.
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Medical Issues & Binge Eating

The Binge Eating Coach PodcastAug 09, 2022

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Medical Issues & Binge Eating

Medical Issues & Binge Eating

Do you have a medical diagnosis that limits what you can eat? Today I'm going to talk about how you can work towards a healthy relationship with food even when your journey doesn't look like mine or what you see on social media. My free & paid resources: kristacouchcoaching.com/links/ Connect with me on Instragram @bingeeatingcoach 
Aug 09, 202209:13
The Alternative to Distracting from Urges to Binge

The Alternative to Distracting from Urges to Binge

Today you will learn an alternative to distracting from the urge to binge because distraction is ineffective and only works sometimes. You can get started with my mini-course here. Connect with me on Instagram.
Jul 26, 202211:36
The Truth About Self-Control and Binge Eating

The Truth About Self-Control and Binge Eating

Do you feel like you mess up at every meal? This episode will help you. You can get started with my mini-course here. Connect with me on Instagram.
Jul 12, 202211:28
Food Boundaries

Food Boundaries

Today you'll learn the most important part of upholding and creating boundaries with food. Access my mini-course for free at kristacouchcoaching.com/course.
Jun 28, 202210:30
3 Things You Can Do to Build Trust Around Food

3 Things You Can Do to Build Trust Around Food

We are surrounded by food, so not trusting yourself around it can be exhausting. This episode can help you build trust around food and feel more empowered to overcome binge eating. To learn more about coaching, go to kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching/
Jun 14, 202211:21
The Times You've Lost Weight

The Times You've Lost Weight

Today's episode will help those of you who want to improve your relationship with food and your body. For more binge eating support, here are a few paid and free resources: kristacouchcoaching.com/links
May 31, 202211:08
Support from Loved Ones

Support from Loved Ones

Whether you binge eat or you care about someone who binge eats, this episode will help you. You will have a better understanding of the tools that can help you ask for support or give support. To learn more about how to work with me, check out kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching.
May 17, 202211:03
A Binge Doesn't Just Happen

A Binge Doesn't Just Happen

Today's episode will help you ask powerful questions that empower you to understand why you binge and find the path out. Let's connect on Instagram! You can follow me at instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach
May 03, 202208:36
What to Do if You Look Forward to Binge Eating

What to Do if You Look Forward to Binge Eating

Recognizing the reasons you might look forward to binge eating can enable you to take steps to break the cycle. This episode will help you know what to do if you find that part of you looks forward to binge eating. Are we connected on Instagram yet? If not, you can follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach/
Apr 19, 202209:47
What Really Happens During a Binge

What Really Happens During a Binge

Once you understand what is happening in your brain during a binge, then you can find a solution that empowers you instead of beating yourself up for it. To access the FREE Self-Trust Quickstart Guide, click this link: kristacouchcoaching.com/trust
Apr 12, 202213:38
3 Tools to Help You Manage Stress

3 Tools to Help You Manage Stress

You're stressed, but how can you manage it? Today's episode will equip you with tools to manage stress. Connect with me on Instagram by following @bingeeatingcoach
Apr 05, 202212:44
Stress & Binge Eating

Stress & Binge Eating

Always behind? Too much to do and too little time? Resting in "rebellious" ways, like binge eating? Today's episode can help you. Thursday is the last day to join my course for life for only $47. Click here to join: kristacouchcoaching.com/lifetime
Mar 29, 202213:50
How to Stop Hitting the Same Walls

How to Stop Hitting the Same Walls

I often think about coaching as the solution to "hitting the same walls". In today's episode, you'll learn what I mean by this term and some tools that can help prevent you from hitting the same walls. Click here to sign up for 1-1 coaching: kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching. Want to dip your toes in with 2 free weeks of my course? Click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/trial
Mar 22, 202212:07
Become a Mindful Eater

Become a Mindful Eater

Want to make intentional, mindful food decisions? Today's episode can help you overcome the obstacles that can get in the way of mindful eating. Click here to get your 2 weeks of FREE access to "Your First Steps: Binge Eating Course". Want LIFETIME access? Go to kristacouchcoaching.com/lifetime
Mar 15, 202213:31
3 Step Self-Sabotage Sabotager

3 Step Self-Sabotage Sabotager

Willpower isn't enough to stop downward spirals until you genuinely understand why you self-sabotage. In today's episode, you will learn a 3 step self-sabotage sabotager that can make all the difference. Click here to get your 2 weeks of FREE access to "Your First Steps: Binge Eating Course". kristacouchcoaching.com/trial
Mar 08, 202211:39
Use Failure as an Opportunity

Use Failure as an Opportunity

Failure is an opportunity to grow. Today's episode will help you understand and move past the mistakes that prevent growth. Click here to get started in the 2 week trial of "Your First Steps: Binge Eating Course".
Mar 01, 202211:44
How to Overcome Urges to Binge

How to Overcome Urges to Binge

You can overcome an urge to binge; you simply need tools that work! Today’s episode will help you learn how to overcome the urge to binge. There’s still one week left to get 2 free weeks of “Your First Steps: Action-Based Binge Eating Recovery Course” (NO CREDIT CARD INFO NEEDED). Click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/waitlist
Feb 22, 202213:02
Conquer the #1 Obstacle to Change: Overwhelm

Conquer the #1 Obstacle to Change: Overwhelm

Understanding overwhelm is the key to conquering binge eating. Today you'll learn a process that can help you escape the cycle of self-sabotage.  Sign up for 2 free weeks of "Your First Steps: Action-Based Binge Eating Recovery Course" Click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/waitlist
Feb 14, 202216:16
How to Make Tangible Progress Overcoming Binge Eating

How to Make Tangible Progress Overcoming Binge Eating

When you have a tangible process you can follow to help you stop binge eating; you'll make progress. Today's episode will help you do this. Ready to sign up for 2 free weeks of "Your First Steps: Action-Based Binge Eating Recovery Course"? Click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/waitlist
Feb 08, 202213:39
The Most Important Things

The Most Important Things

What do you want to get out of the podcast? Today's podcast is going to help you get more out of this podcast by creating a clear vision of your goals and what you want to achieve by tuning in. To join the waitlist for "Your First Steps: Action-Based Binge Eating Recovery" trial and bonus, you can sign up at kristacouchcoaching.com/waitlist
Feb 01, 202213:22
How to Set Goals You'll Achieve

How to Set Goals You'll Achieve

The New Year is the perfect time to break the cycle of setting and giving up on goals. Today you'll learn how to set goals effective way. Access my Achievable Goal Setting Guide for Binge Eaters here: kristacouchcoaching.com/goals Learn more and apply for coaching here: kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Jan 04, 202209:41
How to Effectively Disagree with Others

How to Effectively Disagree with Others

Chances are, nobody has taught you how to effectively disagree with people... until now. You don't have to look very far to find contrary opinions about food which makes it the best area of life to learn the skill of effectively disagreeing. Are you ready to take the first steps to overcome binge eating? I created a course to help you make real progress, you can access it here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Dec 28, 202112:30
3 Emotional Skills that Help Binge Eaters

3 Emotional Skills that Help Binge Eaters

Today you will learn the 3 emotional skills that will make all the difference in your effort to overcome binge eating. Are you ready to take the first steps to overcome binge eating? I created a course to help you make real progress, you can access it here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Dec 21, 202113:34
Rebellious Rest

Rebellious Rest

Binge eating is a form of rebellious rest. Assessing your relationship with rest can help you overcome binge eating. Are you ready to take the first steps to overcome binge eating? I created a course to help you make real progress, you can access it here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Dec 14, 202109:13
Healing Spiritually in Binge Eating Recovery

Healing Spiritually in Binge Eating Recovery

If you feel disconnected from yourself, this episode is for you. I'm not going to talk about specific spiritual practices or religions, I'm going to talk about the ways spirituality can help you overcome binge eating. To sign up for the first steps to binge eating recovery course click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Dec 07, 202110:24
Of Course Journaling Feels Like a Chore

Of Course Journaling Feels Like a Chore

Journaling can be an invaluable tool when overcoming binge eating, but many of us don't do it. This episode will empower you with important steps to make journaling work for you. To sign up for the first steps to binge eating recovery course click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Nov 30, 202110:35
The Binge Free Holiday Survival Guide

The Binge Free Holiday Survival Guide

You can enjoy the holiday season without shame about your body & food keeping you stuck. Consider this episode your holiday survival guide. To sign up for the first steps to binge eating recovery course click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Nov 23, 202109:55
Why You Procrastinate Healing

Why You Procrastinate Healing

I know you want food to be easier, but if you've been putting off your next steps... this episode is FOR YOU! Access my free guide to build self-trust around food here: kristacouchcoaching.com/trust To sign up for the first steps to binge eating recovery course click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Nov 16, 202111:03
What to do When Losing Weight Feels Urgent

What to do When Losing Weight Feels Urgent

Repairing your relationship with food doesn't require you to let go of the desire to lose weight overnight. You'll hear the advice I give my clients who feel an urgent need to lose weight.  Take your first steps towards binge eating recovery at kristacouchcoaching.com/course 
Nov 09, 202109:40
The Real Reason People Track Calories

The Real Reason People Track Calories

If you track calories even when they see that it creates an imbalance in your life, I get it. The goal of this episode is to help you create balance with food, even if that feels impossible right now. Access my free guide to build self-trust around food here: kristacouchcoaching.com/trust To sign up for the first steps to binge eating recovery course click here: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Nov 02, 202109:26
Why You're Already Doing an Amazing Job

Why You're Already Doing an Amazing Job

This episode is not just a pep talk. Recognizing success is the critical part of changing your relationship with food. Many of my clients don't see their successes, and I know that many of you listening are in the same boat. Tune in to learn some things that may surprise you about why you are already doing an amazing job. Take your first steps towards binge eating recovery today with this course: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Oct 26, 202109:43
How To Handle Other's Thoughts and Comments About Your Weight

How To Handle Other's Thoughts and Comments About Your Weight

After gaining weight from binge eating, seeing family can be intimidating. This episode will help you conquer the shame you feel without turning to food. Take your first steps towards binge eating recovery today with this course: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Oct 19, 202109:41
What You Need To Know About Binge Triggers

What You Need To Know About Binge Triggers

One of the most common questions I get asked is, "How do I identify what triggers me to binge eat?" In today's episode, I help you understand the real reasons why you binge eat. I also talk about what you should focus on other than willpower and action steps. Take your first steps towards binge eating recovery today with this course: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Oct 12, 202109:41
How Meal Planning Can Look in Binge Eating Disorder Recovery

How Meal Planning Can Look in Binge Eating Disorder Recovery

Meal planning can be a tool to help you improve your relationship with food. In today's episode, you will begin to see what that can look like for you and some things that you need to know to use meal planning as a tool instead of a crutch. Take your first steps towards Binge Eating Recovery with this $27 course: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Oct 05, 202113:16
How to Distinguish Between Hunger and the Urge to Binge

How to Distinguish Between Hunger and the Urge to Binge

Do food decisions often feel overwhelming? Do you question whether your hunger is valid or not? This episode will empower you with some things to think about to make food decisions that feel good to you. My $27 course will help you take the next steps towards lasting food freedom. Learn more at kristacouchcoaching.com/course 
Sep 28, 202109:19
What You Should Do After a Binge

What You Should Do After a Binge

Even when you're trying your best, binges can happen. This episode will help you learn from binges so that you can use them to create lasting freedom from binge eating. Take your first steps towards binge eating recovery today with this course: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Sep 21, 202113:11
How to Build Confidence Around Binge Foods

How to Build Confidence Around Binge Foods

Do you have a vulnerable time of day or foods you can't trust yourself around? In today's podcast, you will learn a process to build trust with yourself. You can get to the point where you can confidently have these foods in your home. Connect with me on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach/ Take your first steps towards binge eating recovery today with this course: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Sep 14, 202111:14
Your Relationship with Yourself

Your Relationship with Yourself

Self-sabotage isn't a coincidence, it's a sign your relationship with yourself needs work. In today's episode, you will learn a process you can use to unlearn the toxic beliefs that lead you to binge eat. Don't miss your chance to apply for group coaching, the lowest cost option to work with me for the rest of 2021. Only 3 more days to apply before doors close kristacouchcoaching.com/group
Aug 31, 202112:49
3 Tips to Help You Stop Binge Eating

3 Tips to Help You Stop Binge Eating

It can be hard to know where to start when you begin your binge eating recovery. One of the most common questions I get asked is "where do I begin?" It may seem overwhelming and almost impossible. In today's episode, I provide 3 specific tips to help you stop binge eating. These tips will help you begin your journey to a better relationship with yourself and food.  Only a few more days to apply for group coaching, the lowest cost option to work with me for the rest of 2021. Apply and learn more at kristacouchcoaching.com/group
Aug 24, 202111:47
Why You Don't Use Your Coping Skills

Why You Don't Use Your Coping Skills

You don’t binge eat because you’re weak. Your brain is designed to self-sabotage. This episode will help you understand your brain in a way that will help you stop binge eating. You can apply for group coaching now at kristacouchcoaching.com/group Sign up for this free 3 part class at kristacouchcoaching.com/free-class 
Aug 17, 202113:41
Shame's Role in Binge Eating Recovery

Shame's Role in Binge Eating Recovery

If you feel emotions, you feel shame sometimes. In today's episode, you will learn to process through shame so it doesn't hold you back or lead to self-sabotage. A free 3-day class to help you stop binge eating starts Thursday 8/12. Sign up at kristacouchcoaching.com/links
Aug 10, 202114:15
Commonly Asked Questions About Binge Eating Recovery

Commonly Asked Questions About Binge Eating Recovery

In today's episode, I am going to answer some of the common questions I get asked as a binge eating coach. I answered these in a way that can be helpful in understanding yourself regardless of if it directly applies to you. Want to join the waitlist for group coaching? Sign up here.
Aug 03, 202114:55
Your Scale's Role in Binge Eating Recovery

Your Scale's Role in Binge Eating Recovery

Whether you currently weigh yourself or not, the way you think about weight matters! If you don't decide how to think about your scale or weight, unconscious beliefs patterns can easily begin to call the shots. Today's episode will help you take strides forward in your binge eating recovery by improving your relationship to the scale. Take your first steps towards binge eating recovery today with this course: kristacouchcoaching.com/course
Jul 27, 202114:09
How to Know if You Binged or Overate

How to Know if You Binged or Overate

Does the way you define binge eating empower you? In this episode, you will learn how to think about the difference between binge eating and overeating in a way that helps you. Interesting in applying this work to your relationship with food? Sign up for my course "Build a Binge Free Foundation" for only $27. Go to kristacouchcoaching.com/links
Jul 20, 202112:54
How to Stop Getting Overwhelmed by the Urge to Binge Eat

How to Stop Getting Overwhelmed by the Urge to Binge Eat

Have you found yourself getting overwhelmed by the urge to binge? Overwhelm usually leads to shutting down. This episode will teach you a new way to think about the urge to binge that can decrease overwhelm. Sign up for my course at kristacouchcoaching.com/links
Jul 13, 202111:33
My Process for Creating a Fun Relationship with Food

My Process for Creating a Fun Relationship with Food

Your relationship with food doesn't need to be just okay, it can be fun. In this episode, you will learn a goal-setting process that you can use to make lasting changes in your relationship with food. Download my goal setting guide at kristacouchcoaching.com/goals Sign up for my course at kristacouchcoaching.com/links
Jul 06, 202113:21
How to Meal Plan in Binge Eating Recovery

How to Meal Plan in Binge Eating Recovery

A meal plan can be a helpful tool to stop binge eating. In this episode, Krista explains how to avoid some common pitfalls and begin using a meal plan to help make food easier. For more details about coaching, go to kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Apr 20, 202112:47
How to Create a Healthy Relationship with Food

How to Create a Healthy Relationship with Food

Most people come to me with a clear goal to stop binge eating, but they don't know what they want instead. This episode is all about getting a clear idea of what a healthy relationship with food will look like for you. Apply for 1-on-1 coaching at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching In coaching, I help you to apply to this to your own life.
Apr 13, 202111:53
How to Let Go of Binge Eating

How to Let Go of Binge Eating

Sometimes letting go of binge eating can be hard. It can feel like you are addicted to food and will never overcome this. In this episode, Krista talks about the process to let go so that you can have more room in your life for the things that matter to you.
Apr 06, 202112:22
When you gain weight from binge eating

When you gain weight from binge eating

Coping with weight gain from binge eating can be a challenge, especially as the weather gets warmer. Today I share a few of the things I help my clients do to cope with weight gain and learn to accept their bodies. Apply for coaching at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Mar 30, 202112:04
When dieting is second nature

When dieting is second nature

Once you realize dieting is contributing to your binge eating, it can still be hard to let it go. Especially since you have probably spent years depending on diets to ease anxieties and create structure. Today Krista shares what to do when you want to stop the binge restrict cycle when dieting is second nature to you. Learn about & apply for coaching at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Mar 24, 202114:25
Three Seconds at a Time

Three Seconds at a Time

When you are trying to stop binge eating, the urge to binge can feel tiring. In this episode, Krista shares a process to help you overcome the urge to binge even when you're exhausted. To learn more and apply for coaching, go to kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Mar 16, 202110:40
Of Course You're Scared of Gaining Weight!

Of Course You're Scared of Gaining Weight!

The fear of weight gain can prevent you from overcoming binge eating. But I get it! That fear is valid.  In this episode, I share why that fear exists, so you can challenge it. Learn more and apply for coaching at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Mar 09, 202115:31
Hunger & Fullness

Hunger & Fullness

Learning to trust and honor your body's signals can be a challenging hurdle in binge eating recovery. In today's episode, Krista talks about how paying attention to beliefs and unhelpful thought patterns is important if you want to begin honoring your hunger and fullness.  Connect on Instagram at instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach
Feb 23, 202112:37
The Quick-Fix

The Quick-Fix

There is no quick-fix to stop binge eating... and that is a good thing. By getting to the root of why you binge, you can access so much healing. To learn more about coaching or to apply visit kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Feb 16, 202114:14
Overcoming Failure

Overcoming Failure

The way that we look at failure has a direct impact on whether or now we overcome that failure. This week Krista shares her own experiences with failure and how to overcome failure in binge eating recovery. Apply for 1-on-1 coaching at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Feb 09, 202113:20
Aligning with Your Values

Aligning with Your Values

Overcoming binge eating requires some deep work overcoming your primal brain. It is worth it because once you overcome bingeing, you can live a life that is even more aligned with your values! Today I talk about what it means to be aligned with your values and how to start discovering your core values. If you want to take this work deeper, go to kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching and learn about coaching.
Feb 02, 202113:57
Dealing with Anxiety

Dealing with Anxiety

Anxiety is a normal part of being a human! Whether you deal with chronic anxiety or just experience the emotion, having healthy ways to cope with it can change the results you get with food, relationships, productivity, and other areas of your life. Krista shares some new ways to think about and cope with anxiety so that you can live more intentionally. If you want to make lasting changes in your relationship with food, apply for coaching at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Jan 28, 202119:07
Why You Give Up

Why You Give Up

Do you wake up committed to not binge, but then give up later in the day when things get hard? Today's episode is all about WHY this happens and how to stop giving up! I can help you stop binge eating for good, learn more about coaching and apply at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Jan 19, 202115:37
The Root of Why You Binge

The Root of Why You Binge

Even if you never have the opportunity to binge, your issues with food wouldn't be solved. Getting to the root of why you binge is exactly how you can achieve real food freedom. Interested in being coached? Learn more about group coaching and apply to get $100 off. kristacouchcoaching.com/group
Jan 12, 202112:27
The Binge Restrict Cycle

The Binge Restrict Cycle

Krista explains the ways that restricting can actually lead to more binge eating and more struggles with food. She gives specific tips and journal prompts to help you break the binge-restrict cycle. Want to finally apply these things and heal your relationship with food? Group coach is now open for enrollment, apply at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Jan 05, 202120:23
Takeaways from 2020

Takeaways from 2020

This short episode is packed with heartfelt takeaways from 2020. This past year I learned how to: -Honor commitments to myself -Invest time and money in myself -Grow through hard times I specifically shared the takeaways that can help you overcome binge eating. To join me for an Instagram training that can help you conquer binge eating for good in 2021, connect with me on Instagram instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach/
Dec 29, 202010:58
How to Feel Better

How to Feel Better

Is it hard for you to imagine being at peace with food & your body? Going from hating your body to loving it can be a huge jump. There is a process you can follow to feel better & create a better relationship with yourself. Today I teach that process. Ready to create lasting food freedom? Learn more & apply for coaching here: https://kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching/
Dec 22, 202015:14
Unhelpful Beliefs

Unhelpful Beliefs

Krista shares steps to help you recognize the unhelpful beliefs that are influencing your relationship with food, keeping you stuck, and leading you to feel unhappy.
Dec 15, 202013:34
Processing Emotion

Processing Emotion

In this episode, Krista shares the #1 skill that has helped her improve her relationship with food & many other areas of her life. You will learn what it means to process emotions, how not processing emotions negatively impacts our lives, and how it can improve your life when you begin to process them. You will walk away with exercises you can use today to help you stop binge eating! Did this episode help you? Connect with me & access more binge eating recovery content on Instagram at www.instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach
Dec 08, 202017:16
Staying Motivated

Staying Motivated

Motivation isn’t something you stumble upon, it is something you create. Learn the process I recommend using to create motivation in today’s episode. If you want more support, you can learn more about 1-on-1 coaching at kristacouchcoaching.com/1-on-1-coaching
Dec 01, 202015:19
Making Peace With Your Binge Foods

Making Peace With Your Binge Foods

Are you tired of feeling out of control around certain foods? This episode is all about the process I teach my clients that helps them make peace with their binge foods. Interested in the Food Freedom Method Course? Learn more here: kristacouchcoaching.com/register Connect with me on Instagram: Krista Couch Coaching (@bingeeatingcoach) • Instagram photos and videos
Nov 24, 202014:18
Why You Self-Sabotage

Why You Self-Sabotage

Krista explains why we self-sabotage and the shifts you can make to break free from it. I introduce the concept of "buffering" which has helped me understand self-sabotage in a new way. Connect with me on Instagram www.instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach
Nov 17, 202009:55
The 3 Reasons Why You Binge Eat

The 3 Reasons Why You Binge Eat

Krista Couch, recovered bulimic, shares her story and describes the 3 reasons why people binge eat. To read the guide referenced at the end of the episode, visit kristacouchcoaching.com/unbinge Connect with me on Instagram at www.instagram.com/bingeeatingcoach
Nov 10, 202017:16