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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 […]

You’re smart. You’re capable. And yet, food still feels like the only thing that helps when emotions run high. If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I stop eating when I’m not hungry?” or “Why do I turn to food every time I feel overwhelmed?”, you’re not alone. In this post, we’ll explore how to stop […]

If you’ve ever found yourself standing in the kitchen at night—chips, ice cream, or cookies in hand—wondering, “Why do I keep doing this?” you’re not alone. For many women, this pattern of comfort eating isn’t about greed, lack of willpower, or poor discipline. It’s a survival response. Comfort eating shows up most often in women who spend […]

If you’ve ever thought, “I know better, but I still can’t figure out how to stop overeating,” you’re not alone. Many women I work with have read the intuitive eating books, followed the Instagram accounts, and even worked with professionals, yet they still feel out of control with food. It’s not because you’re weak or broken. It’s […]