EP 93: Free Yourself from Yo-Yo Dieting and Binge Eating with Alyssa

<p>This episode is about disordered eating and yo-yo dieting. Today’s caller, Alyssa, was diagnosed with an eating disorder when she was younger. She has been to therapy to help her understand abuse she endured as a child, but has not yet overcome the effect it had on her. For Alyssa to experience true healing and transformation she needs to make shifts on emotional, mental, behavioral and spiritual levels.</p> <p>[For show notes go here: <a href= "http://christinehassler.com/episode93">Christinehassler.com/episode93</a>]</p> <p>Many people have the experience of making progress only to see old patterns re-emerge. It can be discouraging and frustrating it can be to feel like you are backtracking, but you can get off the rollercoaster and experience growth without major setbacks.</p> <p>During my coaching session with Alyssa, I held a space of compassion for Alyssa without reinforcing her victim story. There were people who would pity her and people she could blame, but pity and blame are not going to stop her from binge eating. In fact, it would trigger the behavior. We can take our power back by making choices that create change. So, I created steps to help her feel empowered.</p> <p>A lot of people who were abused hold on to weight as a protective measure. because it’s our body’s response to the message from the mind of ‘I want to hide. I want to be invisible.’ If this resonates with you, listen to the podcast I did with Drew Manning, <a href= "https://www.fit2fat2fit.com/podcast/2017/5/10/ep088-transforming-your-inner-critic-into-an-inner-coach"> “Transforming Your Inner Critic into an Inner Coach”</a>. </p> <p><em>Joining my</em> <a href= "http://christinehassler.com/innercircle"><em>Inner Circle Membership Community</em></a> <em>is a great place to get support from a loving, high vibe, compassionate community. If you are someone who has dealt with body image issues or eating disorders, and have made it to the other side and would like to know how to turn your pain into your purpose, don’t miss</em> <a href=