Today we’re diving into a topic that comes up a lot, especially if you’re on an ADHD journey—and that’s cravings.

Why we crave. Why those cravings might vanish when you start ADHD medication. Why they might come back. And most importantly—how to handle all of it without shame.

If you’ve ever felt confused or even guilty about your cravings, this episode is going to be a game-changer.

Cravings Are Normal—Here’s Why

Why Do We Think Cravings Are Bad?

Why ADHD Medication Can Make Cravings Disappear

Why Cravings Might Come Back—and What It Means

How to Handle Cravings with ADHD

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Today’s episode comes from a listener who wrote:

"My dad’s an alcoholic. What can I do to stop him, as his daughter?"

And another comment said, “Same here, I’m just lucky mine doesn’t smoke.”

If your parent struggles with alcohol and you’ve found yourself worrying, walking on eggshells, or trying to fix them — this episode is for you.

@00:30.90 Alcoholism in the Family – The Silent Trauma

@03:32.02 The Nervous System and Childhood Emotional Neglect

@06:54.43 Will I Become an Alcoholic Too?

@08:18.94 What Can You Do? (Depending on Your Age)

@11:07.70 Recommended Book – “It Didn’t Start With You” by Mark Wolynn

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Have you ever found yourself saying something that isn’t entirely true… and then wondering, ‘Why on earth did I say that?’ If you have ADHD, this might be more common than you think — but here’s the thing: it’s usually not about being dishonest or manipulative. Today, we’re going to unpack why people with ADHD sometimes lie, what’s really going on in the brain when this happens, and how you can respond in a way that’s kind and effective.

@01:04.05 Why this is a conversation worth having

@04:25.25 ADHD and the brain

@05:46.17 The main reasons lying happens in ADHD

@11:56.40 Why it feels worse when you have ADHD

@12:56.79 How to manage and reduce ADHD-related lying

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In this episode, I share a powerful real-life story from my Food Freedom program about what really happens before, during, and after a binge. This isn’t just about food—it’s about your thoughts, your triggers, and the way you treat yourself in those moments.

You’ll learn the exact steps I recommend after a binge, how to track your eating without shame, and why compassion (not restriction) is the fastest way to get back on track. We’ll also talk about hidden triggers—like clothes not fitting—and how perfectionism, comparison, and all-or-nothing thinking can fuel binge eating cycles.

If you’ve ever felt the “I’ve ruined it, so I might as well…” mindset, this episode will give you practical, judgment-free tools to break the cycle.

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Here’s an expanded podcast version of your Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) episode, now with real-life examples, movie references, and statistics, all tied together for education and engagement on What’s Eating You?

@ The clinical criteria

@Real-world examples

@ Movie characters that show narcissistic traits

@ And surprising stats about how common it actually is

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Let me guess — you start something strong, go all in, and then… fizzle out.

The motivation disappears. You beat yourself up.

You tell yourself you need more discipline, more willpower, or that you’re just lazy.

Here’s the truth:

🧠 You’re not lazy. You’re not broken.

You just have an ADHD brain — and it runs on a different fuel system.

@02:24.04 Why perfectionism ruins consistency

@ 05:04.36 What the research says about doing things imperfectly

@12:15.04 5  Ingredients you need for your ADHD brain to be consistent

@19:20.64 Realistic tips you can start using today

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 Did you know that 84% of women report feeling dissatisfied with their appearance and they wish that they looked different? That is such a staggering number. That is huge. And they wish they could change the way they look. 66.6% of Australians remember being teased or bullied about their appearance.

So if this is you, you're definitely not alone. This is concerning. 62% of teenagers say social media makes them feel dissatisfied with their appearance. 41.5% of people compare themselves to others on social media most or all the time. And 53.6% of people rarely or never speak positively about their appearance.

@05:45.09  what maintains a bad body image?

@09:44.29  Visual adaptation

@13:55.99  Here's how you are going to start to work on your body image.

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You’ve probably seen it mentioned on TikTok, in therapy circles, and across mental health spaces. But what does it actually mean? Is it a real psychological concept — or just another buzzword?

@04:19.25 What the mother wound really is

@06:58.76 Where it comes from

@11:49.40 How it shows up in your adult life

@14:31.52 And most importantly, how to start healing

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