Rebecca's Journey from Binge Eating to Self-Compassion | Tracking Happiness Podcast Ep. 8
In the eighth episode of the Tracking Happiness Podcast, I speak with Rebecca Doring, a meditation teacher, yoga instructor, and life coach.
Rebecca shares her journey of overcoming binge eating and self-loathing, highlighting the role of self-compassion and curiosity in her recovery.
Living in a log cabin in Connecticut, Rebecca discusses how the natural surroundings and her tools such as journaling and meditation helped her diagnose and address her emotional struggles.
This episode dives into the importance of mental health awareness and strategies to foster self-compassion and resilience.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:18 Rebecca's Background and Early Connection
01:56 Life in a Log Cabin
05:40 Mental Health and Binge Eating
11:53 Curiosity and Compassion as Tools
19:48 Understanding the Power of Journaling
20:35 Living Life on Autopilot
21:21 Questioning Negative Self-Stories
23:54 Compassion and Self-Acceptance
26:53 Overcoming Binge Eating and Digestive Issues
29:17 The Role of Brain Plasticity
30:37 Rebecca's Coaching and Meditation Programs
32:56 Gender Differences in Eating Disorders
37:01 Final Thoughts and Wisdom
