#132 - Lynn Weimar - Overcoming Emotional and Food Addiction: The Journey to Self-Acceptance and Healing with "Be Free Beyond 50

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What happens when you hear the words, "You are enough" at your darkest moment? Our latest episode on Mental Matters features a brave guest who shares her profound journey from an emotionally abusive marriage to overcoming food addiction and reclaiming her self-worth. We uncover how her therapist's transformative words became the catalyst for her recovery, providing a powerful narrative on the importance of self-acceptance and emotional validation.
Explore the multifaceted nature of addiction, especially food addiction among women over 50, and how emotional and mental struggles underpin these behaviors. We discuss the emotional repression experienced in toxic relationships and how envisioning a different reality can spark hope and self-validation. Discover strategies to shift from avoidance to self-love, and learn the significance of observing your emotions without judgment to make healthier choices.
Listen as we delve into the power of healing, self-acceptance, and breaking free from addiction stigma. Our guest offers practical advice, reflective questions, and journaling prompts from her book, "Be Free Beyond 50," aiming to help listeners apply these lessons to their own lives. Drawing on insights from Dr. Gabor Maté, we further explore addiction's link to childhood trauma and emphasize the need for compassion and understanding in the journey to recovery. Join us for an inspiring conversation that offers hope and strategies for overcoming deeply ingrained habits and finding peace within oneself.

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1. Overcoming Emotional and Food Addiction (00:00:00)

2. Breaking Free From Food Addiction (00:10:46)

3. The Power of Healing and Self-Acceptance (00:18:19)

4. Embracing Imperfection and Self-Acceptance (00:23:10)

5. Breaking Free From Addiction Stigma (00:28:20)