Trauma, Tea, and Tangents

Will You Ever Be Fully Healed? A Somatic Therapist Explains Self-Trust, Trauma Recovery & Living Authentically

If you've ever wondered, "Will I ever finally feel healed?" this episode is for you.
In this powerful conversation, Hannah Guy, LCSW, is joined by Megan Sherer, somatic therapist, author, podcast host, and retreat facilitator, to explore one of the biggest misconceptions in the mental health world: that healing is a destination.
Together, they unpack the self-improvement trap, why so many people feel like they are constantly trying to "fix" themselves, and how true healing is less about becoming a different person and more about building the capacity to fully experience life; including uncertainty, grief, joy, discomfort, and authentic connection.
Whether you're navigating trauma recovery, PTSD, CPTSD, anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, or simply trying to trust yourself more, this conversation offers practical tools and compassionate insights grounded in somatic therapy and nervous system regulation.
You'll learn why self-trust isn't about always making the "right" decision, it's about knowing you'll be there for yourself no matter what life brings.
In this episode, we discuss:
Why healing is an ongoing journey, not a finish line
The hidden dangers of the self-improvement trap
How trauma influences our need for certainty and safety
Building genuine self-trust through everyday actions
Why discomfort is necessary for growth and authentic living
Somatic therapy techniques for nervous system regulation
How to stop people-pleasing and begin taking up space
The role of emotional resilience in trauma recovery
 Why accepting difficult emotions is part of healing, not a setback
Whether you're in therapy, considering therapy, or simply interested in personal growth, this episode will challenge the idea that you need to be "fixed" before you can fully live your life.
Chapters
00:00 – Welcome & Meet Megan Sherer 02:54 – The Self-Improvement Trap: Why Healing Never Feels "Done" 05:41 – Safety, Trauma & Learning to Tolerate Uncertainty 08:30 – Why Healing Is a Lifelong Journey 11:06 – Accepting Emotions Instead of Fighting Them 13:56 – What Self-Trust Really Means 16:38 – Practical Ways to Build Self-Trust Every Day 19:33 – Taking Up Space & Choosing Authenticity Over People-Pleasing 21:52 – Final Takeaways & Resources for Continued Healing
 
✨ Connect with  Megan Sherer:
Instagram: @megansherer
Tiktok: @healwithmegs
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/well-then/id1482678110
Website: https://www.megansherer.com/
 
✨Looking for trauma therapy in Pennsylvania or Colorado?
Revive Therapy Services specializes in trauma therapy, EMDR therapy, eating disorder treatment, body image concerns, PTSD, complex trauma, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). We offer virtual and in person therapy throughout Pennsylvania and Colorado.
Learn more: www.revivetherapyservices.com
Instagram & TikTok: @revivetherapyservices
Worksheets: https://www.revivetherapyservices.com/store
 
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High-Functioning Anxiety in Gen Z & Millennial Women: Perfectionism, People Pleasing & Healing

What does high-functioning anxiety actually look like? Why do so many successful, high-achieving women appear to have everything together while quietly battling constant self-doubt, perfectionism, people pleasing, and burnout?
In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, host Hannah Guy, LCSW, sits down with Jennifer Nobo, LCSW, co-owner of Reimagine Mental Health Collective, to explore why high-functioning anxiety is so common among Gen Z and millennial women and why it's often overlooked because it looks "successful" from the outside.
Together, they discuss how childhood experiences, achievement, parentification, perfectionism, and emotional masking shape anxious patterns that follow us into adulthood. They also explain why healing isn't about becoming perfectly calm or giving up ambition, it's about building nervous system capacity, learning to trust yourself, and finding a healthier, more sustainable way to thrive.
Whether you've ever thought, "I don't have a reason to be anxious," struggled to slow down, or constantly felt like nothing you accomplish is ever enough, this conversation will help you understand where those patterns come from—and how to begin changing them.
In this episode, you'll learn:• What high-functioning anxiety really is (and why it isn't a diagnosis)• Signs you may be experiencing high-functioning anxiety• How perfectionism and people pleasing develop• Why successful people often struggle with hidden anxiety• The connection between childhood experiences, achievement, and anxiety• Why healing can't be rushed• Practical ways to regulate your nervous system and build self-trust• How therapy, EMDR, and nervous system work can support long-term healing
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Chapters
00:00 Welcome & Meet Jennifer Nobo, LCSW
01:10 What Is High-Functioning Anxiety?
03:05 Signs You Might Have High-Functioning Anxiety
05:15 Why Success Never Feels Like Enough
11:40 Where High-Functioning Anxiety Comes From
17:20 Why High Achievers Eventually Burn Out
20:00 Healing Isn't Something You Can "Win"
22:00 People Pleasing, Self-Trust & Perfectionism
25:00 Why Your Nervous System Needs to Slow Down
27:30 Small Ways to Start Healing Today
30:30 Learning to Rest Without Feeling Guilty
32:00 Jen's ADHD Support Group & Resources
33:20 Free Nervous System Worksheets from Revive Therapy Services
34:40 Closing Thoughts
 
✨ Connect with Jennifer Nobo:
Instagram & TikTok: @jen.nobo
Website: reimaginementalhealthcollective.com
✨Looking for trauma therapy in Pennsylvania or Colorado?
Revive Therapy Services specializes in trauma therapy, EMDR therapy, eating disorder treatment, body image concerns, PTSD, complex trauma, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). We offer virtual and in person therapy throughout Pennsylvania and Colorado.
Learn more: www.revivetherapyservices.comInstagram & TikTok: @revivetherapyservices
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How to Know When It's Time to Break Up: Signs to Stay, Leave, and Trust Yourself

If you've ever wondered "How do I know if it's time to break up?" or found yourself questioning whether to stay in a relationship, this episode is for you.
In this episode of Trauma, Tea & Tangents, Hannah Guy, LCSW, sits down with relationship coach and MFT intern Ella Ozer, founder of Clarity in Love, to unpack one of the hardest relationship questions people face: When is it time to leave—and when is it worth staying?
Together, they explore why relationship decisions are rarely black and white, how anxiety and attachment wounds can cloud your judgment, and why having doubts doesn't automatically mean your relationship is doomed. They discuss the importance of understanding your non-negotiable values, recognizing emotional compatibility, and learning how to make decisions from a place of confidence rather than fear.
Whether you're dating, in a long-term relationship, engaged, or simply navigating uncertainty, this conversation offers compassionate, practical guidance to help you better understand yourself and your relationships.
In this episode, you'll learn:
 How to know if it's time to break up
The difference between relationship anxiety and true incompatibility 
Why "good on paper" doesn't always mean "right for you"
What healthy emotional compatibility actually looks like
How attachment styles influence relationship doubts
Why your non-negotiable values matter more than your checklist
How to seek advice without getting overwhelmed by everyone else's opinions
Why you don't owe the world an explanation for your relationship decisions
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction 00:57 Meet Ella Ozer & Today's Topic 02:35 The Hidden Signs It May Be Time to Leave a Relationship 05:45 Why Relationship Decisions Feel So Difficult 07:25 Learning to Trust Yourself Instead of Seeking Validation 09:15 Choosing the Right People for Relationship Advice 11:55 What Healthy Emotional Compatibility Looks Like 15:00 When Your Partner Is Trying…But Something Still Feels Off 16:20 Commitment, Marriage & Knowing When You've Tried Everything 18:30 Leaving Doesn't Make You the Villain 20:00 Why You Don't Owe Everyone an Explanation 21:10 Ella's Clarity Sessions & Resources 22:00 Closing Thoughts
 
✨ Connect with Ella Ozer:
Instagram: @clarityinlove 
✨Looking for trauma therapy in Pennsylvania or Colorado?
Revive Therapy Services specializes in trauma therapy, EMDR therapy, eating disorder treatment, body image concerns, PTSD, complex trauma, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). We offer virtual and in person therapy throughout Pennsylvania and Colorado.
Learn more: www.revivetherapyservices.comInstagram & TikTok: @revivetherapyservices
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Why Understanding Your Trauma Isn't Healing It

Have you ever felt like you understand your trauma but still can't seem to move past it?
In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, host Hannah Guy sits down with EMDR Intensive Therapist and Hello Calm Therapy owner Hannah Ciampini, LCSW, to explore one of the most common frustrations in trauma recovery: feeling stuck despite years of insight and self-awareness.
Together, they unpack why intellectual understanding alone isn't always enough to heal trauma, how emotional processing differs from simply talking about your experiences, and why nervous system regulation plays such a critical role in recovery.
Hannah Ciampini shares her expertise on evidence-based trauma treatments including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Brainspotting, explaining how these approaches help clients access and process trauma stored in the body. The conversation also explores how to recognize meaningful progress in therapy, what healing actually looks like, and how to find a therapist who is the right fit for your unique needs.
Whether you're currently in therapy, considering trauma treatment, or simply curious about how trauma impacts the brain and body, this episode offers practical insights and compassionate guidance for anyone navigating the healing journey.
In This Episode, We Discuss:
Why insight alone doesn't always create lasting change• The difference between intellectualizing trauma and truly processing it• How trauma affects the nervous system• The role of body awareness in healing• EMDR therapy and Brainspotting explained• Signs that trauma therapy is working• How to find a therapist who aligns with your needs• Why feeling stuck doesn't mean you're failing
About Our Guest:
Hannah Ciampini, LCSW, is a trauma therapist, EMDR Intensive Therapist, and owner of Hello Calm Therapy. She specializes in helping individuals move beyond survival mode through trauma-informed approaches that support nervous system regulation, emotional processing, and lasting healing.
CHAPTERS
00:00 – Introduction to Trauma and Therapy
01:36 – Why Understanding Trauma Isn't Always Enough
04:29 – Intellectualizing Trauma vs. Emotional Processing
08:59 – EMDR Therapy and How It Supports Healing
16:18 – Recognizing Progress in Trauma Recovery
24:19 – Finding the Right Therapist for You
 
✨ Connect with Hannah Ciampini:
Instagram: @blueprintandbloomlab
Website: www.Hellocalmtherapy.com 
✨Looking for trauma therapy in Pennsylvania or Colorado?
Revive Therapy Services specializes in trauma therapy, EMDR therapy, eating disorder treatment, body image concerns, PTSD, complex trauma, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). We offer virtual and in person therapy throughout Pennsylvania and Colorado.
Learn more: www.revivetherapyservices.comInstagram & TikTok: @revivetherapyservices
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EMDR Therapy Explained: Healing Trauma, PTSD & Attachment Wounds

What is EMDR therapy, and how does it actually help people heal from trauma?
In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, host Hannah Guy, LCSW, sits down with EMDR consultant and therapist Dana Carretta-Stein, LMHC, to break down one of the most misunderstood trauma therapies available today. Together, they explore how EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) works, why trauma gets "stuck" in the nervous system, and how healing happens when traumatic memories are safely reprocessed.
Whether you're a therapist, someone considering EMDR therapy, or a trauma survivor looking to better understand your experiences, this episode offers practical insights into trauma recovery, PTSD treatment, complex trauma, attachment wounds, nervous system regulation, and emotional healing.
Dana explains how childhood experiences shape adult relationships, why triggers continue showing up long after a traumatic event has ended, and how EMDR can help people move from survival mode into a greater sense of safety, connection, and self-compassion.
In this episode, you'll learn:
What EMDR therapy is and how it works• Common misconceptions about EMDR• How trauma impacts the brain and nervous system• Why attachment wounds continue affecting adult relationships• The role of self-regulation and co-regulation in healing• How EMDR helps process complex trauma and PTSD• What clients can expect during EMDR sessions• Using EMDR with addiction, OCD, and developmental trauma• Why therapists must prioritize their own nervous system health• Practical tools for healing both inside and outside of therapy
Whether you're new to EMDR or already familiar with trauma treatment, this conversation provides a compassionate and accessible look at one of the most effective evidence-based approaches for trauma recovery.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Dana and EMDR01:07 Media Representation of EMDR02:05 What EMDR Actually Is02:57 Attachment Trauma and Unmet Needs03:58 How Childhood Trauma Shows Up in Adulthood05:25 Understanding Trauma Responses06:24 Child Parts vs. Adult Parts07:12 Trauma Activation and Triggers08:29 Re-Parenting and Self-Regulation09:09 Psychoeducation and Trauma Resources10:39 Intergenerational Trauma and Parenting11:45 Therapist Regulation and Boundaries13:48 Creativity and Flexibility in EMDR14:59 Working with Specific Traumatic Memories16:18 How the Brain Responds to Trauma17:32 Transformative EMDR Moments18:08 Body Awareness and Memory Processing19:21 Implicit Memory and Early Trauma20:35 Addressing Pre-Verbal Trauma22:24 EMDR for Addiction and OCD23:32 What to Expect in an EMDR Session25:07 Window of Tolerance Explained27:28 Safety and Pacing in Trauma Therapy29:24 Why Healing Often Happens Slowly29:37 Self-Acceptance and Lasting Change29:48 The Therapist as a Regulated Presence31:39 The Importance of Therapist Self-Work33:09 Co-Regulation and Nervous System Healing34:25 Building Healthy Support Systems36:53 Managing Therapist Burnout and Dysregulation37:44 Balancing Connection and Self-Care39:14 Dana's Book and Additional Resources41:05 Colorado's EMDR Community41:56 Integrating EMDR with Other Modalities43:16 Healing Beyond Therapy44:21 Closing Thoughts
About Dana Carretta-Stein
Dana Carretta-Stein, LMHC, is an EMDR consultant, therapist, speaker, and educator who specializes in helping clinicians and clients understand trauma through the lens of attachment, nervous system regulation, and EMDR therapy.
✨ Connect with Dana:
Instagram: @the_emdr_coach
Website: www.peacefullivingmentalhealthcounseling.com 
✨Looking for trauma therapy in Pennsylvania or Colorado?
Revive Therapy Services specializes in trauma therapy, EMDR therapy, eating disorder treatment, body image concerns, PTSD, complex trauma, and Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP). We offer virtual and in person therapy throughout Pennsylvania and Colorado.
Learn more: www.revivetherapyservices.comInstagram & TikTok: @revivetherapyservices
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Attachment Styles & Modern Dating: How to Build Healthy Relationships

Dating can feel confusing, overwhelming, and emotionally exhausting—but what if the challenge isn't just dating itself?
In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah Guy sits down with trauma therapist Sarah Russ, LCSW, to explore how attachment styles, vulnerability, communication patterns, and nervous system regulation influence the way we connect in romantic relationships.
Together, they unpack common dating pitfalls, the impact of social media and dating apps, unrealistic expectations, and the mindset shifts that can help you approach dating with greater confidence, authenticity, and self-awareness.
Whether you're actively dating, healing from past relationships, or simply trying to understand your relationship patterns, this conversation offers practical tools and trauma-informed insights to help you build healthier, more meaningful connections.
In This Episode, You'll Learn:• Why modern dating feels so challenging• Common communication mistakes that sabotage connection• How vulnerability creates stronger relationships• The role attachment styles play in dating• How social media and dating apps impact expectations• Why shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset matters• Strategies for building authentic, healthy relationships• How to navigate dating with confidence and self-awareness
Chapters:00:00 – Introduction to the Dating Detox Workshop02:55 – Navigating Modern Dating Challenges05:28 – The Importance of Vulnerability in Dating08:12 – Understanding Emotional Connections11:04 – Managing Expectations in Dating13:50 – Shifting from Scarcity to Abundance16:30 – Finding Balance in Relationships19:22 – Workshop Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts
 🎟️ Interested in our Dating Detox Workshop?
Get your tickets here:
Detox Workshop Tickets 
✨ Want more of Sarah Russ?
Find her here:
Instagram: @mentalhealthformillenials 
✨ Want to work with Hannah and the trauma therapy team at Revive Therapy Services?You’ve gotta be a PA resident—check us out at revivetherapyservices.comAnd don’t forget to follow along on TikTok & IG: @revivetherapyservices
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Trauma, Tea, and Tangents on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a review, and share this episode with someone who could benefit from a healthier approach to dating and relationships!
#DatingAdvice #AttachmentStyles #HealthyRelationships #TraumaTherapy #RelationshipPodcast
 
 

How Your Nervous System Impacts Dating

Why do some relationships feel safe while others leave you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or constantly second-guessing yourself?
In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah Guy sits down with therapist Sarah Russ, LCSW, to explore the powerful connection between nervous system regulation, trauma, attachment styles, and modern dating. Together, they break down how past experiences can shape relationship patterns, influence decision-making, and impact your ability to trust yourself when dating.
Whether you struggle with dating anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, fear of rejection, or finding yourself stuck in unhealthy relationship dynamics, this conversation offers practical tools to help you recognize trauma responses, regulate your nervous system, and build healthier, more secure connections.
You'll learn how to identify when your nervous system is driving your dating decisions, improve communication in relationships, navigate pressure and uncertainty, and strengthen self-trust throughout the dating process.
If you've ever wondered whether you're following your intuition or reacting from past wounds, this episode is for you.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:• How nervous system regulation impacts dating and relationships• Common trauma responses that show up while dating• The role of attachment styles in relationship patterns• How anxiety can influence decision-making• Building self-trust and confidence in relationships• Recognizing compatibility versus chemistry• Navigating dating pressure and uncertainty• How healthy relationships can support healing
CHAPTERS:00:00 – Introduction to Nervous System Regulation in Dating02:31 – Understanding Trauma Responses in Relationships05:28 – Mindfulness and Decision Making in Dating08:29 – Communication Needs and Compatibility11:00 – Healing Through Relationships13:53 – Self-Worth and Negative Self-Talk16:44 – Navigating Pressure in Dating19:51 – Surrendering Control in Relationships22:35 – Dating Detox Workshop Announcement & Practical Guidance
🎟️ Interested in our Dating Detox Workshop?Get your tickets here:Detox Workshop Tickets
 
✨ Want more of Sarah Russ?
Find her here:
Instagram: @mentalhealthformillenials 
✨ Want to work with Hannah and the trauma therapy team at Revive Therapy Services?You’ve gotta be a PA resident—check us out at revivetherapyservices.comAnd don’t forget to follow along on TikTok & IG: @revivetherapyservices
Follow Trauma, Tea, and Tangents for more conversations on trauma healing, mental health, relationships, nervous system regulation, attachment theory, and personal growth.
#TraumaTeaAndTangents #DatingAdvice #NervousSystemRegulation #AttachmentStyles #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthPodcast #RelationshipAdvice #DatingAnxiety

Therapist Burnout: How to Build a Sustainable Mental Health Career

In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah Guy sits down with licensed professional counselor Ashley Pettway, LPC, for an honest conversation about therapist burnout, mental health careers, private practice, and the emotional toll of helping professions. Together, they explore why so many therapists, counselors, and social workers experience chronic stress, compassion fatigue, and financial burnout — and what it actually takes to build a sustainable and fulfilling career in mental health.
Ashley and Hannah share insights on the realities of graduate school, the pressure placed on new therapists, the challenges of agency work, and the scarcity mindset often embedded in the mental health field. The conversation also dives into entrepreneurship for therapists, creating healthier work boundaries, building resilience, and redefining success in counseling and social work.
Whether you’re a therapist, counseling student, social worker, mental health professional, or someone navigating burnout in a helping profession, this episode offers practical insight, validation, and encouragement to create a career and life that feels sustainable.
Topics discussed include:• Therapist burnout and compassion fatigue• Mental health career challenges• Burnout in social work and counseling• Private practice realities• Financial stress for therapists• Scarcity vs. abundance mindset• Sustainable careers in mental health• Building boundaries as a therapist• Counseling entrepreneurship• Mental health work culture
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to follow Trauma, Tea, and Tangents on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave a review, and share this episode with someone in the mental health field who needs this conversation.
CHAPTERS00:00 Introduction to Professional Burnout01:07 The Reality of Burnout in Therapy02:55 The Impact of Graduate School on Burnout05:13 Challenges Faced by New Therapists08:29 The Financial Struggles of Mental Health Professionals09:25 Work Culture and Its Effects on Burnout10:22 Devaluation of Helping Professions11:11 Changing the Narrative Around Social Work13:10 Creating a New Path in Counseling14:41 Building a Sustainable Practice16:01 Embracing Abundance Over Scarcity19:03 Transforming Mindsets: From Scarcity to Abundance21:27 Navigating Career Paths in Counseling24:31 The Reality of Private Practice28:32 Building Resilience and Community29:47 Empowerment Through Connection and Innovation
 
✨ Want more of Ashley Pettway?
Find her here:
Instagram & TikTok: @theunseriouscounselor
✨ Want to work with Hannah and the trauma therapy team at Revive Therapy Services?You’ve gotta be a PA resident—check us out at revivetherapyservices.comAnd don’t forget to follow along on TikTok & IG: @revivetherapyservices
 

Overcoming Decision Paralysis

What if the hardest part of decision-making isn’t choosing wrong — but learning to trust yourself enough to choose at all?
In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah Guy sits down with former life coach Sam Pillsbury for an honest conversation about decision paralysis, anxiety around making the “right” choice, and how to build confidence in yourself one small decision at a time.
Together, they explore how nervous system regulation impacts decision-making, why so many people struggle with uncertainty, and how learning to trust your future self can completely change the way you navigate life. Sam also shares practical tools, mindset shifts, and spiritual perspectives that help create more peace, clarity, and confidence when life feels overwhelming.
Whether you constantly overthink, fear making mistakes, struggle with self-trust, or feel stuck in indecision, this episode offers grounded and relatable insight to help you move forward with more confidence.
In this episode, we discuss:
How to overcome decision paralysis
Why anxiety and overthinking keep us stuck
Building self-trust through everyday decisions
Nervous system regulation and emotional safety
Letting go of perfectionism and control
Spiritual perspectives on uncertainty and faith
Practical tools for making empowered decisions
If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to follow, rate, and review the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts so more people can find these conversations around mental health, healing, trauma, and personal growth.
CHAPTERS:00:00 Introduction and the Impact of Coaching02:47 Navigating Decision-Making Challenges11:10 Building Confidence in Decision-Making16:49 Embracing Uncertainty and Trusting the Process22:58 Faith, Perspective, and Life Decisions27:38 Conclusion and New Beginnings
 
✨ Want more of  Sam Pillsbury?
Find her here:
Website: https://exhaleoperations.com
IG: @exhaleoperations
Tiktok: @samanthapillsbury  
Youtube: : youtube.com/@samanthapillsbury 
✨ Want to work with Hannah and the trauma therapy team at Revive Therapy Services?You’ve gotta be a PA resident—check us out at revivetherapyservices.comAnd don’t forget to follow along on TikTok & IG: @revivetherapyservices

Emotional Eating Explained by a Dietitian & Therapist: How to Break the Cycle

In this episode of Trauma, Tea, and Tangents, Hannah Guy sits down with non-diet dietitian Rachel Meyer to explore the psychology behind emotional eating, overeating, and the restrict-binge cycle. Together, they unpack how stress, emotional triggers, and deeply wired neural pathways can shape our relationship with food — and what it actually takes to create sustainable change.
Rachel shares practical tools for managing emotional eating, building mindfulness, increasing self-awareness, and developing healthier coping skills without shame or extreme restriction. This conversation dives into habit formation, relapse, self-compassion, intuitive eating, and why healing isn’t about perfection — it’s about consistency and small wins over time.
Whether you struggle with binge eating, stress eating, or feeling out of control around food, this episode offers compassionate, realistic strategies to help you better understand your behaviors and begin breaking the cycle.
Topics Covered:• Emotional eating and overeating• The restrict-binge cycle• Neural pathways and habit formation• Intuitive eating and mindfulness• Stress management and coping skills• Self-compassion in recovery• Sustainable behavior change
CHAPTERS:00:00 – Introduction to Emotional Eating02:41 – Understanding Emotional Triggers05:38 – The Restrict-Binge Cycle08:20 – Change, Relapse & Recovery10:59 – Building Awareness & Mindfulness13:49 – Why Small Wins Matter16:47 – Final Thoughts & Support
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✨ Want more of Rachel Meyer?
Find her here:
Website: www.prolifestylenutrition.com
IG: @the.nondiet.dietitian
FB Page: Pro Lifestyle Nutrition 
 
✨ Want to work with Hannah and the trauma therapy team at Revive Therapy Services?You’ve gotta be a PA resident—check us out at revivetherapyservices.comAnd don’t forget to follow along on TikTok & IG: @revivetherapyservices