Struggling with binge eating? You’re not alone.
In this eye-opening episode Dr. Orlena sits down with binge eating coach Amber Abila to uncover the truth behind this challenging habit.
Discover how viewing binge eating as a brain-based habit rather than a permanent condition can transform your relationship with food.
Learn practical strategies to rewire your brain, challenge harmful thought patterns, and find hope in your journey to food freedom.
Whether you’re battling binge eating or simply want to improve your relationship with food, this episode offers invaluable insights and compassionate guidance.
Tune in to start your path towards a healthier, happier you.
Connect with Amber Abila:?Amber’s Podcast with Dr Orlena https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/30-building-lifelong-healthy-habits-with-dr-orlena/id1729699188?i=1000667053110&l=en-GB
?Free Guided Urge Audio: https://www.theconfidenteater.org/urge
?Work with Amber: https://www.theconfidenteater.org/work-with-me
?Become a Confident Eater Podcast: https://www.theconfidenteater.org/podcast
?Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconfidenteater_/
?Free Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/532434625387487/?mibextid=c7yyfP
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Popular Questions
How can Coach Amber Abila’s approach to rewiring your brain help you overcome binge eating?
Coach Amber Abila’s approach emphasizes changing the thought-and-behavior patterns that often lead to binge eating. Notice the trigger, identify the emotion or belief behind it, and pause before deciding how to respond. Repeating this pause-and-choose process can gradually make balanced eating feel more automatic.
What daily practices support rewiring the brain to overcome binge eating according to Coach Amber Abila?
Begin by eating regular, satisfying meals so intense hunger does not amplify cravings. Track situations, emotions, and self-talk surrounding urges without judging yourself, then choose one supportive response to practice next time. Consistent repetition, rather than perfection, is central to changing binge-eating habits.
How can someone interrupt a binge urge while working on rewiring the brain to overcome binge eating?
When an urge appears, pause and take several slow breaths before acting on it. Name the trigger, remind yourself that an urge will pass, and move to a brief alternative activity such as walking, journaling, or contacting a supportive person. This creates space to make a deliberate choice instead of following the familiar binge cycle.
Why is self-compassion important in Coach Amber Abila’s guidance on overcoming binge eating?
Shame and harsh self-criticism can reinforce the stress that contributes to binge eating. Treating a setback as information allows you to examine what happened and adjust your plan without giving up. Self-compassion supports the repeated practice needed for rewiring the brain and building steadier eating patterns.
