Heal Your Hunger

Tricia Nelson

Ep 542- Hazel's Weight Loss Without Dieting 07/02/2025

Ep 542- Hazel's Weight Loss Without Dieting This one’s close to my heart. Hazel is a beautiful client in the Heal Your Hunger Journey who said yes to healing—and it changed everything. In this powerful interview, she shares how she lost over 60 pounds without dieting, stopped obsessing over food, and found peace through the inner journey. Her story is raw, honest, and full of hope. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/37261875

Ep541: Giving Up This One Thing Could Free You from Food Addiction 06/24/2025

Ep541: Giving Up This One Thing Could Free You from Food Addiction If you’ve ever felt like your life is just too much—too busy, too chaotic, too overwhelming—this episode is for you. I’m talking about the hidden force that drives emotional eating and what you can do to finally find peace. You deserve calm, clarity, and freedom from the food struggle... and I’m here to show you how to get there. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/37137525

Ep540: Are You an Easy Target for Gaslighting? 06/17/2025

Ep540: Are You an Easy Target for Gaslighting? Have you ever felt like you're losing your grip on reality after a conversation with someone? In this episode, I get real about gaslighting—what it is, how it shows up in our lives, and why, as emotional eaters, we’re especially vulnerable to it. I share deeply personal stories and practical tools to help you reclaim your clarity and self-trust. If you’ve ever doubted your gut or felt like your truth was dismissed, this one’s for you. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/37043575

Ep539: Love: Getting it Right This Time with Orna & Matthew Walters 06/12/2025

Ep539: Love: Getting it Right This Time with Orna & Matthew Walters If you’ve ever wondered why love feels so confusing—or so out of reach—this episode is for you. Relationship experts Orna and Matthew Walters return to the show to share hard-earned wisdom from their own journey and their bestselling book, Getting It Right This Time. Whether you’re seeking love or looking to deepen the love you have, you’ll find soul-nourishing truth, hope, and practical guidance in this honest, uplifting conversation. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36975005

Ep538:Are You Too Busy to Listen? 06/11/2025

Ep538:Are You Too Busy to Listen? Something personal just happened (I describe in this episode)…but the upshot is that I was too busy to listen to my intuition. Yep, my noisy, busy self just blew right past it! And I caused someone harm. If you know that you’re often moving too fast, there’s a good chance you’re missing some important clues, and also creating some stress that’s driving stress-eating. Here’s hoping you can learn from my recent little misstep. Have a listen… /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36948540

Ep537: Heal Your Hunger by Goofy Dancing 05/27/2025

Ep537: Heal Your Hunger by Goofy Dancing In this episode, I share why dancing might be one of the most powerful (and fun) tools for healing emotional eating. It's not about doing it perfectly—it's about getting out of your head, moving your body, and letting joy lead the way. From goofy solo dancing to the science behind movement and mood, we explore how dance can unlock freedom, connection, and confidence. If you’ve ever felt stuck or overly controlled, this episode is your permission to let loose. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36734505

Ep536: 3 Reasons I Binged 05/24/2025

Ep536: 3 Reasons I Binged If you’ve ever found yourself eating way past full, or reaching for food when you're not even hungry, this episode is for you. I’m opening up about my own binge eating struggles and breaking down the hidden reasons behind emotional eating. I’ll share the “PEP Test,” a powerful and simple tool to help you recognize the real drivers behind your food choices. Whether you binge, graze, or just feel out of control around food, this message will help you feel seen—and give you hope. You are not alone—and you deserve freedom. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36699200

Ep535: 3 Life Lessons from My Kitchen Remodel 05/20/2025

Ep535: 3 Life Lessons from My Kitchen Remodel I’m recording this episode from our little “surfer pad” while our kitchen is being remodeled, and wow — what a perfect metaphor for healing from emotional eating! In this episode, I share 3 powerful lessons from the remodeling process that beautifully parallel the emotional eating recovery journey. And they’re lessons that aren’t just for emotional eaters…they work for anyone looking to improve their experience with “adulting”. If you're working on healing in any way, I think you'll find these insights helpful. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36645990

Ep534: When You Blow Your Diet - with Connie Bennett 05/15/2025

Ep534: When You Blow Your Diet - with Connie Bennett You know that terrible moment when all your efforts at eating “clean” get washed away with one binge? Yeah, we all do. That’s why you’ll relate to this interview with Connie Bennett, author of Sugar Shock, and now author of a new book, “I Blew My Diet, Now What?”. We talk about all things bingeing, ultra-processed carbs and emotional eating. Join us! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36581905

Ep533: Am I Lucky or Aligned? 05/13/2025

Ep533: Am I Lucky or Aligned? In this episode, I share how so much of what looks like luck is actually the result of doing the inner work. When we’re in alignment, things flow more easily, and our struggles with food and life start to ease up, too. I talk about how to know when you’re out of alignment, and the simple daily practices that can help you stay grounded and clear. If life’s been feeling like a struggle lately, or if you’re ready to experience more peace with food and more flow in general, this one’s for you. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36551195

Ep532: How to Stop Beating Yourself Up When You Binge 05/09/2025

Ep532: How to Stop Beating Yourself Up When You Binge Do you beat yourself up when you overeat? Do you think self-defeating thoughts that make you feel even worse than the binge itself? Do you fear trying to eat clean because you can’t take falling down again? There is a way to make productive use of your slip-ups and stop beating yourself up. You deserve better, and in this show, I lay out a plan that will help. By the way, this episode originally aired 7 years ago, and it was so popular I decided to bring it back. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36508390

Ep531: Control and Consequences 05/07/2025

Ep531: Control and Consequences If you’ve ever struggled with emotional eating or binge eating, this episode is for you. I’m going to share a simple yet powerful method to help you determine which foods are safe for you and which ones to avoid. It’s not about restriction—it's about gaining control and understanding the consequences of your food choices. This method is the same one I use in my own journey, and I’m excited to share it with you. Tune in as we dive deeper into how to take control over your eating habits and heal your relationship with food. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36464980

Ep530: Trauma Healing & Parts Work with Dr. Aimie Apigian 05/01/2025

Ep530: Trauma Healing & Parts Work with Dr. Aimie Apigian If you ever feel like you're at war with yourself around food, this one's for you. I’m chatting with my friend Dr. Aimie Apigian about parts work—what it is, why it matters, and how it can help you heal those deep, emotional patterns that keep pulling you back to food. Her story about her son is so powerful, and I know it’ll touch your heart like it did mine. We also talk about how trauma gets stored in the body and why your cravings might not be about food at all. This conversation is full of insight, compassion, and tools you can start using right away. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36394905

Ep529: Binge Eating in My Car 04/29/2025

Ep529: Binge Eating in My Car Hi everyone! By popular demand, I’m bringing this episode back. I’ve received so many messages from people who connected deeply with this topic, and I believe it’s something that truly deserves to be shared again. In this episode, I open up about my personal struggles with binge eating. If you’ve ever felt trapped in that cycle—hiding your eating habits, feeling isolated and ashamed—I want you to know, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, and I’m here to share how I broke free. There is hope, and you can overcome this. If you’re ready to take that step, I’d love to guide you. Let’s walk this path to freedom together. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36358595

Ep528: Got Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia and Long Covid Issues? 04/24/2025

Ep528: Got Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia and Long Covid Issues? This episode is so close to my heart. If you’ve been feeling wiped out, foggy, or just not yourself—and no one seems to understand why—please tune in. My sweet friend Dr. Jenny Tufenkian joins me to talk about the deeper root causes of chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, long covid, and more. She’s not only brilliant, she’s been through it herself, and her story is both eye-opening and so deeply moving. We also talk about how this all ties into emotional eating and the craving for comfort when our bodies are crying out for help. You’re going to feel so seen, so validated, and best of all—so hopeful. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36298170

Ep527: Are You Turning to Food to Find Your Footing? 04/23/2025

Ep527: Are You Turning to Food to Find Your Footing? Got feelings of instability and overwhelm? In this episode, I share about my own personal feelings of “wobble” and how we, as emotional eaters, often let instability (in our external or internal lives) drive us to food for a sense of grounding. But what if there’s another way? If you’ve been feeling a little wobbly lately, this episode is your loving nudge back to your center! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36272325

Ep526: That's Mine! Food, Scarcity, and the Secret Stash 04/10/2025

Ep526: That's Mine! Food, Scarcity, and the Secret Stash Ever feel a little too possessive over your favorite “safe” foods? In this raw and revealing episode, I share a recent confession that had me feeling a little embarrassed—but also deeply human. From hiding granola to hoarding snacks, we’re unpacking the emotional layers behind the fear of food scarcity and why it's so much more than just about food. You’re not alone, and there’s healing waiting on the other side. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36085530

Ep525: The Diet Rules Rebellion: What Are You REALLY Fighting Against? 04/09/2025

Ep525: The Diet Rules Rebellion: What Are You REALLY Fighting Against? Are you tired of the diet rollercoaster? In this episode of the Heal Your Hunger Show, I’m diving deep into what’s really behind the rebellion so many emotional eaters feel. Spoiler alert: it’s not actually about the food rules. Let’s explore where true freedom comes from—and how to stop fighting your body and start working with it. You deserve peace with food, and it starts here. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36061960

Ep524: Moving On as a Widowed Mom with Krista St-Germain 04/04/2025

Ep524: Moving On as a Widowed Mom with Krista St-Germain Grief can knock us off our emotional feet and into the pantry. In this heartfelt episode of the Heal Your Hunger Show, I sit down with grief expert and life coach Krista St-Germain, who shares her raw and powerful journey after losing her husband to a tragic accident. We talk about the unexpected ways grief shows up, how emotional eating becomes a coping mechanism, and the incredible potential for growth and healing that can follow deep sorrow. If you’ve ever muttered “I was doing so good until…,” this episode is for you. 💛 /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/36009175

Ep523: Stories We Tell Ourselves That Make Us Binge 04/01/2025

Ep523: Stories We Tell Ourselves That Make Us Binge Do you ever catch yourself making up stories in your head about what others think of you? As emotional eaters, we often assume the worst—believing that someone’s silence means they’re upset with us or that a canceled plan means rejection. These stories trigger unnecessary stress, anxiety, and emotional eating. In this episode, I dive into why we create these false narratives, how they impact our emotions and eating habits, and, most importantly, how to break free from this cycle. Tune in to learn simple but powerful strategies to question your thoughts, reframe your mindset, and stop reacting to stories that aren’t even real! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35965375

Ep522: Do You Pray for Help with Your Food? 03/25/2025

Ep522: Do You Pray for Help with Your Food? Are you struggling with food and wondering if God cares about what you eat? In this episode, we dive into the power of prayer and how asking for divine help can transform your relationship with food. God is unlimited, and your food struggles matter! Let’s explore how prayer, community, and self-awareness can lead to healing. Tune in, and let’s walk this journey together! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35858010

Ep521: Functional Diagnostic Health Coaching with Reed Davis 03/20/2025

Ep521: Functional Diagnostic Health Coaching with Reed Davis Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of health struggles, trying to find answers but never quite getting the results you want? You're not alone! In this episode, I'm chatting with my dear friend Reed Davis, founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN). He shares how understanding lab work and taking a holistic approach can empower you to take charge of your health—whether you're dealing with mystery symptoms, looking to optimize wellness, or even considering a career as a health coach. Plus, we get real about cravings (hello, potato chips!) and how emotional and physical health are deeply connected. Don't miss this one! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35800260

Ep520: Overeating & Overdoing: The Hidden Connection 03/19/2025

Ep520: Overeating & Overdoing: The Hidden Connection Hey, Heal Your Hunger Beauties! I’m coming to you from beautiful Mexico, where I’m soaking up some much-needed family time. And today, I’m talking about something that might just hit home—our addiction to busy. If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly running, overwhelmed, and never have time for yourself, this episode is for you. Emotional eaters, in particular, use busy as a way to distract from feelings, but guess what? That’s keeping you stuck. Let’s talk about how to slow down, let go of the busy, and finally create space for healing, peace, and freedom. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35768950

Ep519: My Eating Was Good Until… 03/14/2025

Ep519: My Eating Was Good Until… Hey there, beautiful soul! Ever found yourself saying, “I was doing great until…”? If so, this episode is for you. Emotional eating isn’t just about food—it’s about how we use food to cope with life’s ups and downs. Today, we’re unpacking the untils that throw us off track and keep us stuck in the cycle of emotional eating. If this resonates, take the free quiz at to see where you land on the emotional eating spectrum. Let’s break free together! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35698540

Ep518: Staying Centered in Uncertain Times 03/11/2025

Ep518: Staying Centered in Uncertain Times Life is uncertain, and as emotional eaters, that uncertainty can send us straight to food for comfort. But we don’t have to let stress and fear knock us off our game. In this episode, I’m sharing simple but powerful ways to stay centered, no matter what’s happening in the world. From the hula hoop mindset to the power of gratitude, I’ll give you tools to process emotions in a healthy way—so food isn’t your go-to. You’re not alone, and together, we can navigate life’s ups and downs without losing ourselves in food. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35643765

Ep517: How to Stick to Your Guns - in 5 Easy Steps 03/04/2025

Ep517: How to Stick to Your Guns - in 5 Easy Steps Ever feel like you shrink back just to keep the peace? As emotional eaters, we often struggle to stand firm in our beliefs, seeking approval instead of honoring our own voice. In this episode, I’m sharing why it’s so important to stick to your guns—to know what you stand for, speak up with confidence, and trust that others will adjust. I’ll also give you my top tips for communicating with strength and love. You deserve to be heard! 💖 /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35532760

Ep516: Biohacking Surgery Recovery with Zoriana Benhamou 02/27/2025

Ep516: Biohacking Surgery Recovery with Zoriana Benhamou Want to heal more quickly from surgery? Don’t leave your fate in the hands of doctors. You’re a co-creator of your health and your recovery from surgery! In this episode, my guest, gerontologist and biohacker, Zora Benhamou, shares her hard-earned insights, based on her own personal experience with surgery. Zora is all about empowering women through biohacking technology, and today, she’s revealing the best pre and post-surgery hacks to maximize healing and recovery. Grab a pen and paper because you won’t want to miss this! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35459695

Ep515: Does God Care What You Eat? 02/25/2025

Ep515: Does God Care What You Eat? On this episode of the Heal Your Hunger Show, Tricia dives deep into this thought-provoking question. Spoiler: It’s not about judgment—it’s about happiness. If you’ve ever struggled with emotional eating or wondered how your relationship with food affects your spiritual journey, this episode is for you. Tune in and discover how true self-care can help you shine your light. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35425165

Ep514: Healing Graves’ Disease with Dr. Eric Osansky 02/20/2025

Ep514: Healing Graves’ Disease with Dr. Eric Osansky Struggling with a Graves’ disease diagnosis and curious about what you can do to save your thyroid and still recover? Dr. Osansky was personally diagnosed with Graves disease, and after seeing how well a natural treatment approach helped with his condition, he began helping others with thyroid and autoimmune thyroid conditions. This is a must-listen episode! /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35367855

Ep513: Holistic Mental Health Solutions with Dr. Christina Bjorndal 02/18/2025

Ep513: Holistic Mental Health Solutions with Dr. Christina Bjorndal Whether it’s a diagnosis of depression, anxiety, Bi-polar, or Schizophrenia, there may be natural solutions that can help. Take it from someone that has been down that road, both personally and professionally. In this episode, I interview Dr. Christina Bjrondal about her own mental health journey, and how she, and so many women she’s been blessed to help, have found healing and peace. /episode/index/show/healyourhunger/id/35336490

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