We’re joined by Jodene in this episode, and she’s here to open up about her journey to food freedom. Jodene speaks with a calmness and peace of mind around food, but it wasn’t easy to get to this place. Along the way, she’s had a chance to reflect on her thoughts and behaviors in a way that’s allowed her to create a better relationship with food.

Food freedom isn’t about perfection or doing everything right. Our brains are constantly searching for solutions and answers, but a big part of this journey is actually about learning to let go. Thoughts will come and pass, and it’s okay to let them do so.

Topics covered in this episode:

  • How Maria and Jodene connected.
  • Jodene’s favorite food.
  • What having food freedom feels like.
  • Why Jodene used to think something was wrong with her.
  • The book that helped her learn more about her own thinking patterns.
  • How Jodene used to hide her eating.
  • Her experience in using medication to help with bingeing.
  • Why the language we use around food is important.
  • The role that shame and guilt play in bingeing.
  • Why learning to withstand thoughts and emotions is important.
  • Jodene’s advice on reconnecting with your body.
  • How Jodene’s journey became about so much more than food.
  • How reaching food freedom can actually be simple.
  • The thoughts and questions that can be powerful during an urge.
  • Why Jodene doesn’t shame herself after she overeats.
  • What Jodene thought food freedom was versus what she knows it is now.
  • The baby step Jodene recommends for those who are struggling in their relationship with food.