Dismissing Binge Urges
I want to quit binge eating, but I’m finding it difficult to dismiss binge urges
You can see my blog posts Tips for Beginners, and Tips for Beginners…Continued (Inspirational Testimony), which both give additional advice to people who are finding it difficult to stop acting on their urges to binge.
I didn’t binge for a few days/week/month after reading the book, but then I started again.
You can listen to this podcast episode about getting back on track after binge: Episode 17: What if You Binge During Recovery?
I fear giving up binge eating.
The following blog post addresses this concern: Facing Fear in Binge Eating Recovery.
I feel like “I” want to binge. I do not feel separate from my lower brain.
See my blog post Do You Truly Want to Quit? for advice on this issue.
I feel like my case is different (I have a coexisting problem(s) that prevents me from quitting).
To address these concerns, I’ve written this blog post: My Case is Different.
Eating / Weight
How much should I eat?
Here is a blog post that addresses food quantity: How Much Should I Eat?
What if I need to lose weight?
You can find help for weight-related questions here: So, How Do I Lose Weight?
I want to or need to give up certain foods for health reasons.
In this blog series, I address eliminating unhealthy and/or problematic foods: Eliminating Foods Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3.
I have stopped binge eating, but I’m still overeating / eating more than I think I should.
I’ve addressed overeating in this blog series: Overeating Part 1, Part 2, Part 3.
More Help
Do you offer coaching?
I am excited to have a coach on my team (Julie Mann) who offers one-on-one coaching and group coaching.
Coach Julie overcame bingeing and other harmful eating behaviors after a nearly 40-year battle. She has a deep understanding of the Brain over Binge approach, as well as a thorough and practical knowledge of mindfulness. Julie can give you customized support as you stop binge eating and develop a healthy relationship with food. If you are a member of the course, she can also help guide you through the lessons and assist you in any area where you are struggling.
Should I seek medical attention for my bulimia or BED?
My books, blog, podcast, courses, and any of the material on the website is not intended to replace the services of trained health professionals or be a substitute for medical advice. You are advised to consult with your healthcare professional with regard to matters relating to your health, and in particular, regarding matters that may require diagnosis or medical attention.
Binge eating and purging can have serious health consequences, especially in those who frequently self-induce vomiting. Please do not take a risk with your health. If you are experiencing concerning symptoms, please seek medical help right away. Although I disagree with many aspects of mainstream therapeutic approaches (which treat the eating disorder as an emotional or psychological problem), I believe that medical monitoring and nutritional support are vital for some people.
Are there any other books you recommend?
Rational Recovery by Jack Trimpey (A 1996 book on substance addiction, which helped me take responsibility for my own recovery from bulimia)
The Willpower Instinct by Kelly McGonigal (A practical book on using self-control to end habits that don’t serve you well. It explains the science behind willpower, and helps you put your brain to work for you).
Ditching Diets by Gillian Riley (This is a helpful, easy-to-read book for anyone who wants to learn how to eat well – without dieting, obsessing over food, or overeating.) Gillian also has a website, eatingless.com.
The Mind and the Brain by Jeffrey Schwartz (This book explains the science behind neuroplasticity. It helped explain why my binge eating habit faded after I stopped acting on the urges.)
You are Not Your Brain by Jeffrey Schwartz (A self-help guide to using neuroplasticity to overcome bad habits and challenges)
The Little Book of Big Change by Amy Johnson (Although not specifically about eating disorders) can help you overcome habits and harmful thoughts.
Course FAQs
How is the Online Course different from the Brain over Binge books and podcast?
The Online Course is based around the same concepts as the books and podcast, but it’s designed to guide you in a more incremental way, so that you can better apply the concepts in your own life. The 8 audio lessons in the course take the most important information from the books and podcast and break it down for you in a way that is accessible and practical. Most people learn better with a structured and guided approach, but you know yourself best, so use what works for you!
The course also contains over 90 Q&A tracks, and many of the topics discussed are not covered at all in the books or podcast, and if they are, the discussions in the Q&A tracks are more detailed and relatable to your own situation. In these course Q&As, I believe I’ve answered every question I’ve been asked over my years of helping binge eaters. The Q&A tracks are very practical because you can find a question you have at any time of day or night (on the Q&A page), and click on the audio to get an answer when you need it. There are also 27 recordings of Kathryn’s Instagram Live Q&A sessions. Each session is 45 minutes and gives advice on a variety of topics.
Additionally in the course, you get 15 coaching tracks to keep you focused and motivated, including a coaching audio to help you when you are feeling the urge to binge. There are over 125 total tracks, so if you are someone who learns well with audio, or if you like to listen while doing other things you need to do, then the course could be a great fit for you.
Although the approach in the course is fundamentally the same as it is in the books and podcast, the value is in the structure, guidance, accessibility, detail, Q&A tracks, and coaching tracks. I’ve had so many people tell me that even though they read the books or listened to the podcast, the course gave them the extra help they needed to end binge eating for good. Here is one quote from a course member:
“This course is exactly what I needed to hear! I’ve read countless books on the BED-topic (including Brain over Binge) before, without any success. The course is full of deep insights and packed with valuable and practical information. I really appreciate the rational and organized form everything is presented. I’m exceedingly thankful for the course – it has really changed my life!“ – Justin
Do I need the Brain over Binge books to complete the Online Course?
If you sign up for the Online Course, you do not need to purchase the books. The course contains all of the information you need, and guides you in a structured way.
How long will I have access to the Brain over Binge Online Course after I enroll?
If you’re paying by the month ($18.99), then you will have access until you unsubscribe.
You can set your subscription to cancel from the Manage Subscription page. Your subscription will then automatically cancel at the end of your billing cycle.
If you paid for the no-expiration option ($179), you will have access to the course for as long as it is available, which I hope will be for many, many years. I do not promise “lifetime” access, because nothing is completely certain in life, and technology is constantly changing. If I need to end this course in the future, you will still get at least 1 year of access from the date you purchased. I will also give you 2 weeks notice if I ever decide to change or replace an audio or worksheet, so that you can download and save it first.
The Brain over Binge Online Course isn’t showing up in the Soundwise Audio app?
When you signed up for the Online Course, you should have received an invitation from Soundwise Audio to download the app. Make sure you create a new account with Soundwise Audio using the same email address that the invitation was sent to. Write us at contact@brainoverbinge.com if you need help.
How do I enroll?
Registration is always open, and now you can subscribe on a month-to-month basis for only $18.99/month or for a one time fee of $179. You can enroll here.
How do I unsubscribe?
You can set your subscription to cancel from the Manage Subscription page. Your subscription will then automatically cancel at the end of your billing cycle.
Unsubscribing via the Soundwise App will NOT stop payments.
Undecided?
Learn more about the Online Course to see if it is right for you.
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Unsubscribing from the Course
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Interview requests
For interviews with Kathryn, guest blog posts, public speaking engagements, etc, please contact kathryn@brainoverbinge.com.
One-on-one support
If you want one-on-one coaching as you use this approach, Brain over Binge coach Julie can support you in any area where you need help.
After almost 40 years of struggling, Julie overcame binge eating and other harmful food behaviors, and she has a deep understanding of the brain-based principles, as well as thorough knowledge of mindfulness.
Share your story with Kathryn
Kathryn loves hearing from her readers and others who are working to end eating disorders. If you want to reach out to Kathryn, then please contact her at kathryn@brainoverbinge.com, but know that due to a high volume of emails and a busy family life, response time may be several days or more.
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(Understand that by submitting the form or sending me your story, you are giving me permission to use it on my website or other platforms. I will only use a first name unless requested otherwise, and optionally, an accurate age. The name you use can be fictitious.)
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