The Science Behind Why You May Be Struggling To Lose Weight After Narcissistic AbuseThe Science Behind Why You May Be Struggling To Lose Weight After Narcissistic Abuse
The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast
You work hard on your fitness and nutrition, but it can be frustrating when the weight just won't come off. Many people can relate to this struggle, especially those who've faced narcissistic abuse. In this episode, I'll share why losing weight has...
28:43•17 Oct 2023
Weight Loss and Trauma: Caroline Strawson's Guide to Healing After Narcissistic Abuse
Episode Overview
- Caroline shares her personal journey of weight struggles after narcissistic abuse
- Exploration of the impact of stress and trauma responses on metabolism and weight loss
- Insights into the concept of reverse dieting and healing the metabolism
- Discussion on emotional associations with food and their influence on weight management
- Empowerment and education for listeners facing similar weight challenges
“So I hope that's helped many of you. Apologies if you're listening and you have the opposite problem where you feel like you're losing too much weight and you're struggling to put that on. I will do a podcast about that in the future as well. But this was kind of my personal journey too. I can really relate to it. You know, yo-yo dieting, food for soothing, food for celebrating. I'm really conscious of this with my children now that if they do something well, I don't want to just be like, oh, let's go out for a meal. And equally, if things are bad, let's go and get a bar of chocolate. Because what we're doing is we're associating then food with positivity and negativity. And that's how I was. Like literally, if something good happened, I'd want to eat something. If something bad happened, I'd want to eat something.”
Ever wondered why losing weight can feel impossible, especially after enduring narcissistic abuse? Caroline Strawson, host of The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast, dives into her own battle with weight loss and the surprising ways trauma can affect your body. She opens up about the emotional and psychological hurdles she faced during her marriage, which led to significant weight gain.
Caroline sheds light on how stress and trauma responses can mess with your metabolism, making your body cling to fat as if it's preparing for a crisis. In this episode, she breaks down the concept of reverse dieting—a method to gradually restore your metabolism so it’s ready to shed those stubborn pounds. Caroline also discusses her current eating habits and why simply eating less and exercising more isn't always the answer.
If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of yo-yo dieting, her insights might be the key to understanding your own struggles. With a blend of personal experience and expert advice, Caroline offers a relatable and informative take on the complex relationship between trauma, stress, and weight loss. Whether you’re trying to heal from narcissistic abuse or just curious about the science behind weight struggles, this episode is packed with valuable tips and heartfelt encouragement.
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