February 13, 2025

Ep512: Desire: Why We Fear It and How to Own It

Desire is a difficult emotion for emotional eaters because it often feels overwhelming, uncontrollable, or even dangerous. Many women who struggle with emotional eating have learned to suppress their deepest wants—whether for love, connection, pleasure, success, or personal fulfillment—out of fear of rejection, unworthiness, or a belief that their desires are “too much.” In this episode, I explore how we can begin to own our own desires and finally experience true satisfaction in our lives.

    • Importance of addressing underlying causes of emotional eating
    • Tricia shares personal experience with sexual abuse and its impact on sexuality
    • Shame and secrecy leading to compulsive behaviors
    • Use of alcohol to cope with shame and promiscuity
    • Struggle with reconciling sexual feelings and shame
    • Cultural and religious messages affecting sexuality
    • Healing journey involving writing, crying, and self-reflection
    • Importance of safety and respect in sexual relationships
    • Desire as a beautiful and natural part of being human
    • Challenges for emotional eaters in feeling and managing strong emotions
    • Encouragement to seek help and support
    • Recommendations for exploring sexuality safely
    • Emphasis on healing relationship with food to enjoy sexuality
    • Encouragement to communicate with partners and seek professional help

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