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You meant it when you promised… so what happened? Breaking food promises can feel so discouraging. You tell yourself, “No more sugar after dinner,” or “This is the last time I binge.” And you mean it. But then the moment comes. A stressful day. A lonely night. Or just feeling tired. And the promise breaks. […]

Food peace is more than what happens at the table. It is not just about what you eat or don’t eat. Food peace is how food fits into your life. It shows up in how you treat yourself, how you make choices, how you rest, and how you feel. If you have been working toward […]

If you notice yourself bingeing more in the winter, you’re not the only one. Winter changes our routines, moods, and energy levels. These shifts can make eating feel harder to manage. This season can bring more cravings, more emotional eating, and more shame. But your body is not doing anything wrong. It’s trying to help […]

To reject the diet mentality is more than just quitting diets. It’s about changing how we think about food, bodies, and control. Without that shift, old patterns like binge eating often continue, even if we’ve stopped following diet rules. Diet thinking can linger in how we judge hunger, food choices, or our worth. That’s why […]

When people talk about emotional eating, they often focus on stress or sadness. But the real root of emotional eating usually lies in something deeper: exhaustion. When your body is tired and stretched too thin, it sends signals that can show up as cravings. This isn’t about lack of control. It’s a sign that your […]

Have you ever felt hopeful about your recovery, only to wake up the next day thinking you went backwards? Understanding the difference between a slip and a spiral can bring clarity in those moments. Today we’ll walk through what a slip is, what makes it become a spiral, the signs you’re spiraling (and what to […]

The idea of holiday meals without shame might feel almost too good to be true, especially if you carry the weight of years of dieting, food rules, and big meals that left you feeling out of control. You don’t need to have it all figured out to be welcome here. You’re allowed to bring your […]

Do thoughts about food take up more space in your day than you’d like? Maybe it begins the moment you wake up, wondering what to eat, feeling unsure about your choices, or replaying what you ate yesterday. This constant mental chatter can feel draining and hard to put into words. It has a name: food […]

Holiday diet talk shows up fast this time of year. Sometimes it’s loud and obvious. Other times it’s quiet, like a side comment or a “concerned” glance. Either way, it can feel heavy. If you’ve spent years trying to make peace with food or your body, these conversations can stir up shame, anger, or self-doubt. […]

Many people believe they struggle with food addiction. Maybe you’ve felt out of control around chips, cookies, or ice cream and wondered, “Why can’t I stop eating? What is wrong with me?” If this sounds familiar, you’re in the right place. I’m glad you’re here, welcome! I’m Dr. Meredith MacKenzie, a binge eating therapist and […]