You've tried every diet, counted every calorie, and switched up your workout routine more times than you can remember - but you still feel completely out of control around food. What if the reason you can't stop overeating has nothing to do with willpower, meal plans, or even the food itself? In this episode, we dig into why traditional weight loss approaches keep failing you and what your body is actually trying to communicate through your eating patterns. If you've ever found yourself asking "why can't I just stop eating when I'm not hungry?" this conversation will completely shift how you think about your struggle with food.

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Enter the Giveaway

After nearly six years of podcasting, Maggie and Ryan make a major announcement about the future of Why We Overeat. They share the honest truth about why they've decided to end this podcast and what they've learned about the limitations of staying focused on certain topics. The conversation reveals how much their understanding has evolved since the early days, and why they feel called to make a significant shift in their approach. They explain what's been frustrating them behind the scenes and why they can't continue down the same path. Plus, they share exciting news about what's coming next and how longtime listeners can be part of the transition.

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Enter the Giveaway

You've been told that losing weight will make you happier, more confident, and finally give you the life you want. But what happens when you actually reach that goal weight and still feel just as empty inside? This episode challenges the widespread belief that weight loss is the solution to deeper life problems. We explore why so many people achieve their "dream body" only to discover they're still battling the same internal struggles they had before. The conversation reveals how focusing on the scale can become a dangerous distraction from addressing the real issues causing emotional overeating in the first place. If you've ever wondered why the promise of weight loss never seems to deliver the fulfillment you expected, this episode will shift how you think about your relationship with your body and food.

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