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Brain over Binge Podcast

Kathryn Hansen

A Simple, Brain-Based Approach to Help You Stop Binge Eating and Get on with Your Life.

  • 207 episodes
  • Updated July 24

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  • Sep 12, 2017 · 16 min

    Ep. 26: Night Eating & Binge Eating at Night

    In Episode 26 of the podcast,  discusses night eating and binge eating at night. You will learn why you may have more food cravings at night, and receive some tips on how to deal with those cravings. Subscribe to the  for only...

  • Aug 15, 2017 · 13 min

    Ep. 24: Improving Your Ability to Dismiss Binge Urges

    In Episode 24, Kathryn gives three tips for improving your ability to apply the 5 Components of Dismissing Urges to Binge. The discussion is directed toward those who are new to the Brain over Binge approach or those who are struggling to dismiss...

  • Aug 1, 2017 · 11 min

    Ep. 23: Dismiss Thoughts of “Compensating” for a Binge

    In Episode 23, Kathryn discusses some common habitual thoughts that may be encouraging you to binge:  thoughts of “making up for” or “compensating” for a binge.  She discusses the harmful nature of purging behaviors, and how to avoid...

  • Jul 18, 2017 · 15 min

    Ep. 22: Mindful Eating Tip: Eating on a Plate

    In Episode 22, Kathryn gives a simple suggestion on how to increase awareness when you are eating.  You’ll learn the benefits of serving yourself meals and snacks on a plate (or in another serving dish), and you’ll gain new insights about...

  • Jun 6, 2017 · 13 min

    Ep. 19: Should You Drink Alcohol While Trying to Stop Binge Eating?

    In this episode, Kathryn discusses the affect that alcohol has on the higher and lower brain, and why drinking may make it more difficult to dismiss binge urges.  You will learn how to make a good individual decision about whether or not to have...

  • May 23, 2017 · 16 min

    Ep. 18: Don’t Let Food and Weight Talk Get You off Track

    In this episode, Kathryn discusses what to do when you hear others talking about food and weight, whether that talk comes from friends, family, classmates, coworkers, social media, entertainment, or advertising.  You will learn how to stay...

  • May 9, 2017 · 17 min

    Ep. 17: What if You Binge During Recovery?

    In this episode, Cookie Rosenblum returns to co-host along with Kathryn, to discuss the topic of moving forward after a slip.  You will learn how to have a helpful mindset surrounding any binges that you do have during...

  • Apr 11, 2017 · 12 min

    Ep. 15: Readiness for Recovery from Binge Eating

    In this episode, Kathryn discusses the topic of being ready for recovery. It’s possible you may need to work on an area of your life or another problem in order to prepare for dismissing urges and eating adequately; but most likely, you are ready...

  • Mar 28, 2017 · 11 min

    Ep. 14: Overcome “One Last Time” Thoughts to Quit Binge Eating

    In this episode, Kathryn discusses an aspect of binge urges that may be convincing you to act on them: “One Last Time” thoughts.  You will learn why you have thoughts that tell you to binge just one more time, and how to deal with those...

  • Mar 14, 2017 · 15 min

    Ep. 13: How to Stop Binge Eating Under Stress

    In this episode, Kathryn discusses a practical way to view the relationship between binge eating and stress.  You will learn that you are capable of avoiding binge eating even when you experience stress, but you will also learn how stress...

  • Feb 28, 2017 · 13 min

    Ep. 12: Dismissing Urges to Binge is Not a Dieting Strategy

    In this episode, Kathryn explains that the Brain over Binge approach is not a way to become a better dieter.  You’ll learn not to use the strategy of dismissing urges in a way it is not intended. Kathryn discusses why you should not try to...

  • Feb 21, 2017 · 19 min

    Ep. 11: Common Questions about Binge Eating Recovery

    In this episode, Cookie and Kathryn address some of the main questions and concerns that you may have after learning the Brain over Binge approach.  Topics discussed are: powerful urges, fear of recovery, overeating, and night eating. ...

  • Feb 14, 2017 · 14 min

    Ep. 10: When Will You Stop Binge Eating for Good?

    In this episode, you’ll learn that recovery happens on different timelines for different people. Cookie and Kathryn explain why this is the case, and why practice, perseverance, and patience are necessary.  You’ll also learn to develop a...

  • Feb 7, 2017 · 19 min

    Ep. 9: Avoid Restrictive Dieting to Stop Binge Eating

    In this episode, you’ll learn why restrictive dieting is not compatible with binge eating recovery.  Kathryn and Cookie discuss how eating adequately will support your efforts to quit binge eating. Subscribe to the  for only...

  • Jan 31, 2017 · 17 min

    Ep. 8: Dismiss Urges to Binge: Component 5 (Celebrate Success)

    In this episode, you’ll learn to solidify the skill of dismissing urges by getting excited about your success. Celebrating your success helps the old brain pathways fade and strengthens the pathways supporting the new habit of not binge eating....