This is a conversation that lives in Ep. 2 of the "OG" 4-part OUTWEIGH series from 2020 on the '4 Things With Amy Brown' podcast. If you haven't listened to all 4 parts...we highly encourage you to check it out. Doing that 4-part series introduced us to licensed therapist, @Kat.Deffata, and for that we are forever grateful. Hope you enjoy revisiting (or hearing for the first time) the day Lisa & Amy met Kat...they unpacked a lot that day (especially regarding Amy's ED story) that could be helpful to you! Kat's wisdom in this field is priceless & we appreciate her willingness to share some of her ED story with us as well. 

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This is a conversation that lives in Ep. 2 of the "OG" 4-part OUTWEIGH series from 2020 on the '4 Things With Amy Brown' podcast. If you haven't listened to all 4 parts...we highly encourage you to check it out. Doing that 4-part series introduced us to licensed therapist, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kat.defatta/">@Kat.Deffata</a>, and for that we are forever grateful. Hope you enjoy revisiting (or hearing for the first time) the day Lisa &amp; Amy met Kat...they unpacked a lot that day (especially regarding Amy's ED story) that could be helpful to you! Kat's wisdom in this field is priceless &amp; we appreciate her willingness to share some of her ED story with us as well.  Learn more about your ad-choices at <a href="https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com">https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com</a>

Outweigh aims to break the stigma around disordered eating and eating disorders. Hosts Amy Brown and Leanne Ellington share their own experiences with overcoming food and body image struggles and talk with experts who provide wisdom and careful guidance. Each week provides a dose of encouragement and hope for anyone navigating thoughts and behaviors in this space. These episodes are also helpful for loved ones that are coming alongside someone on this journey. You can hear Amy on "The Bobby Bones Show" and her "Feeling Things with Amy & Kat" podcast, and Leanne is the creator of Stressless Eating, and you can check her out on her upcoming podcast “What's God Got To Do With It?” 

Outweigh aims to break the stigma around disordered eating and eating disorders. Hosts Amy Brown and Leanne Ellington share their own experiences with overcoming food and body image struggles and talk with experts who provide wisdom and careful guidance. Each week provides a dose of encouragement and hope for anyone navigating thoughts and behaviors in this space. These episodes are also helpful for loved ones that are coming alongside someone on this journey. You can hear Amy on "The Bobby Bones Show" and her "Feeling Things with Amy &amp; Kat" podcast, and Leanne is the creator of Stressless Eating, and you can check her out on her upcoming podcast &ldquo;What's God Got To Do With It?&rdquo;&nbsp;

A life without disordered eating outweighs everything

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Feeling Things with Amy & Kat is a podcast for anyone who’s ever had feelings—or wants to. Hosted by Amy Brown and therapist Kat Van Buren, this is a space where nothing is off-limits. From deep reflections on childhood to pop culture obsessions to what’s happening in the world, all feelings deserve a seat at the table—big, small, awkward, joyful, confusing, and everything in between. At its core, it’s real friends having real conversations about real feelings. Some episodes go deep, some stay light, but all are rooted in curiosity, honesty, and connection. In a world that moves fast, sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is pause... and feel things.

Feeling Things with Amy &amp; Kat is a podcast for anyone who&rsquo;s ever had feelings&mdash;or wants to. Hosted by Amy Brown and therapist Kat Van Buren, this is a space where nothing is off-limits. From deep reflections on childhood to pop culture obsessions to what&rsquo;s happening in the world, all feelings deserve a seat at the table&mdash;big, small, awkward, joyful, confusing, and everything in between. At its core, it&rsquo;s real friends having real conversations about real feelings. Some episodes go deep, some stay light, but all are rooted in curiosity, honesty, and connection. In a world that moves fast, sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is pause... and feel things.

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Personal ED Stories From the Outweigh Archives

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We are so excited to bring you the first official crossover series of the "What’s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts. 

If you have been listening to Outweigh, you know that THAT podcast is all about helping women break themselves out of the food and body prison, end the dieting madness, and take control of their health for good, but without all that restriction, obsession, and shame…and without dragging it out for years to address it. 
And if you’ve been listening to "What’s God Got To Do With It?", you know that it's all about the fusion of where science meets Faith and where faith meets transformation and miracles. 

So this crossover series is a beautiful opportunity to talk about the crossover of where science meets food…& body image… & self image struggles…AND where THAT intersects FAITH (or what’s God got to do with allll of that?) 

And that’s exactly what this 6 part series is all about:

Part 1 is an introduction and setting up this massive topic. 

Part 2 is all about the big picture of where faith meets science meets food & body image.

Part 3 goes deep into the self image and identity that you need to actually step into the version of you that would have THAT health, that would have THAT relationship with food and her body, who would actually be at peace and feel free….…and of course how that fuses with this faith-brain conversation. 

Part 4 dives deeper into What God has to do with (what Leanne calls) your ‘food brain’ and disordered eating patterns, and filling voids in your head, heart, and spirit with food (or whatever your drug of choice is)…and it’s a hole that will never be filled by those things. 

Part 5 dives into the complicated relationship that women have with their bodies and their body image (and physical pain – a topic often avoided), and how to heal all of that from a faith-meets-science perspective.... AND invite God into the conversation. 

And then wrapping it up in part 6, we get into the strategy side of things. As in, what does it look like to use what you’ve learned about neuroscience and faith and healing your relationship with food and your body image to go create a winning game plan that sets you up to win AND one that your brain just learns so you can go live your life, food can be food, and you can feel comfortable in your skin and free from the chains of restricting or punishing your body.  

So let’s dive in! Enjoy Part 1.

HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington

To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ www.StresslessEating.com

We are so excited to bring you the first official crossover series of the "What&rsquo;s God Got To Do With It?" and Outweigh podcasts.&nbsp;
If you have been listening to Outweigh, you know that THAT podcast is all about helping women break themselves out of the food and body prison, end the dieting madness, and take control of their health for good, but without all that restriction, obsession, and shame&hellip;and without dragging it out for years to address it.&nbsp; And if you&rsquo;ve been listening to "What&rsquo;s God Got To Do With It?", you know that it's all about the fusion of where science meets Faith and where faith meets transformation and miracles.&nbsp;
So this crossover series is a beautiful opportunity to talk about the crossover of where science meets food&hellip;&amp; body image&hellip; &amp; self image struggles&hellip;AND where THAT intersects FAITH (or what&rsquo;s God got to do with allll of that?) And that&rsquo;s exactly what this 6 part series is all about: Part 1 is an introduction and setting up this massive topic. Part 2 is all about the big picture of where faith meets science meets food &amp; body image. Part 3 goes deep into the self image and identity that you need to actually step into the version of you that would have THAT health, that would have THAT&nbsp;relationship with food and her body, who would actually be at peace and feel free&hellip;.&hellip;and of course how that fuses with this faith-brain conversation. Part 4 dives deeper into What God has to do with (what Leanne calls) your &lsquo;food brain&rsquo; and disordered eating patterns, and filling voids in your head, heart, and spirit with food (or whatever your drug of choice is)&hellip;and it&rsquo;s a hole that will never be filled by those things. Part 5 dives into the complicated relationship that women have with their bodies and their body image (and physical pain &ndash; a topic often avoided), and how to heal all of that from a faith-meets-science perspective.... AND invite God into the conversation. And then wrapping it up in part 6, we get into the strategy side of things. As in, what does it look like to use what you&rsquo;ve learned about neuroscience and faith and healing your relationship with food and your body image to go create a winning game plan that sets you up to win AND one that your brain just learns so you can go live your life, food can be food, and you can feel comfortable in your skin and free from the chains of restricting or punishing your body. &nbsp; So let&rsquo;s dive in! Enjoy Part 1.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/">@leanneellington</a>
To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ <a href="http://www.stresslesseating.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.stresslesseating.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1713460948997000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0kTQie1nohHsl1gCK-_IOk">www.StresslessEating.com</a>

What's God Got To Do With It? A Woman's Guide To Food & Body Freedom

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Have you ever felt like you’re carrying a heavy secret—one that no one knows about? In this episode of Outweigh, Leanne Ellington dives deep into the struggle that so many women face but rarely talk about: feeling trapped in a hidden battle with food, body shame, and self-judgment.

Leanne opens up about her own experience of being stuck in a “food and body prison” while presenting a happy face to the world. She breaks down how shame isolates us, making us feel broken, and why this isn’t just about food or weight—it’s about the stories we tell ourselves and the shame we carry silently.

Through real-life examples of her clients’ struggles—like the superwoman hiding her midnight binges or the woman avoiding social events out of fear of being judged—Leanne explains why no diet, workout plan, or mantra will break this cycle. The solution isn’t another diet or exercise routine. It’s healing your self-image and rewiring the relationship you have with yourself.

If you’ve ever felt like food struggles were your “dirty little secret” and wondered why you can’t just “get it together,” this episode is for you. Leanne shows how breaking free isn’t about more willpower—it’s about breaking out of the shame prison and reclaiming your sense of self-worth.


HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington

To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ www.StresslessEating.com

Have you ever felt like you&rsquo;re carrying a heavy secret&mdash;one that no one knows about? In this episode of Outweigh, Leanne Ellington dives deep into the struggle that so many women face but rarely talk about: feeling trapped in a hidden battle with food, body shame, and self-judgment.
Leanne opens up about her own experience of being stuck in a &ldquo;food and body prison&rdquo; while presenting a happy face to the world. She breaks down how shame isolates us, making us feel broken, and why this isn&rsquo;t just about food or weight&mdash;it&rsquo;s about the stories we tell ourselves and the shame we carry silently.
Through real-life examples of her clients&rsquo; struggles&mdash;like the superwoman hiding her midnight binges or the woman avoiding social events out of fear of being judged&mdash;Leanne explains why no diet, workout plan, or mantra will break this cycle. The solution isn&rsquo;t another diet or exercise routine. It&rsquo;s healing your self-image and rewiring the relationship you have with yourself.
If you&rsquo;ve ever felt like food struggles were your &ldquo;dirty little secret&rdquo; and wondered why you can&rsquo;t just &ldquo;get it together,&rdquo; this episode is for you. Leanne shows how breaking free isn&rsquo;t about more willpower&mdash;it&rsquo;s about breaking out of the shame prison and reclaiming your sense of self-worth.
 HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com //&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/">@leanneellington</a>
To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ <a href="http://www.stresslesseating.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.stresslesseating.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1729852025668000&amp;usg=AOvVaw03in0Cy9JDPVOdP2ycTsWf">www.StresslessEating.com</a>

"No One Knows I Have A Problem"

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Ever felt like a sugar addict? Like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t seem to break free from its grip? In today’s episode, Leanne Ellington dives deep into the brain science behind those relentless sugar cravings and why it’s not about willpower or discipline. She shares her own struggle with food and body image—starting from a childhood weighed down by diet culture—and the truth she discovered along the way: that sugar cravings aren’t about the food at all-- they are about the BRAIN.

Leanne explains how our brains get wired to seek out quick fixes like sugar, social media, or Netflix to soothe emotional discomfort and why these “quick hits” of dopamine leave us feeling overfed but still emotionally and mentally undernourished. This episode will change how you view your cravings and help you understand what your brain really wants (hint: it’s not more sugar!).

Leanne also offers practical tips to rewire your brain and stop the cycle of cravings for good, starting with recognizing your true emotional needs and finding healthier ways to meet them. If you’ve ever felt controlled by food or like you’re stuck in a cycle of restriction, bingeing, and guilt—this episode is for you.

HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com // @leanneellington

To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ www.StresslessEating.com

Ever felt like a sugar addict? Like no matter how hard you try, you just can&rsquo;t seem to break free from its grip? In today&rsquo;s episode, Leanne Ellington dives deep into the brain science behind those relentless sugar cravings and why it&rsquo;s&nbsp;not about willpower or discipline. She shares her own struggle with food and body image&mdash;starting from a childhood weighed down by diet culture&mdash;and the truth she discovered along the way: that sugar cravings aren&rsquo;t about the food at all-- they are about the BRAIN.
Leanne explains how our brains get wired to seek out quick fixes like sugar, social media, or Netflix to soothe emotional discomfort and why these &ldquo;quick hits&rdquo; of dopamine leave us feeling overfed but still emotionally and mentally undernourished. This episode will change how you view your cravings and help you understand what your brain really wants (hint: it&rsquo;s not more sugar!).
Leanne also offers practical tips to rewire your brain and stop the cycle of cravings for good, starting with recognizing your true emotional needs and finding healthier ways to meet them. If you&rsquo;ve ever felt controlled by food or like you&rsquo;re stuck in a cycle of restriction, bingeing, and guilt&mdash;this episode is for you.
HOST: Leanne Ellington // StresslessEating.com //&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/leanneellington/">@leanneellington</a>
To learn more about re-wiring your brain to heal from the all-or-nothing diet mentality for good....but WITHOUT restricting yourself, punishing your body, (and definitely WITHOUT ever having to use words like macros, low-carb, or calorie burn) check out Leanne's FREE Stressless Eating Webinar @ <a href="http://www.stresslesseating.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.stresslesseating.com/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1728673998303000&amp;usg=AOvVaw27p0RZBjjbSbRr6tb8lX9A">www.StresslessEating.com</a>

The Brain Science of Sugar Cravings (And How to Reclaim Control)

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