From Binge Eating to Balance - Stress Binge Eating, Food Noise, Emotional Eating, Overeating, Food Addiction

Hannah Bryson | Christian Based Eating Disorder Coach, B.E.D. Help, Overeating Mentor, Stress Eating Coach

Reaching for junk food after another chaotic, exhausting day? Craving peace but settling for snacks just to get by? So overwhelmed by the nightly dinner battle that you end up in the drive-thru again, even though you swore you’d cook? Sick of feeling out of control, numbing with food, and then regretting it? Whoa, flashback. I’ve been there. This podcast gives you real-life strategies to stop stress eating, find peace in your chaotic schedule, and ditch the dieting rollercoaster so you can finally feel more present in your life and with your family. Hey, I’m Hannah! Mom, wife, and busy Christian entrepreneur. And for most of my life, I’ve turned to food to cope with stress. I bounced between strict plans, emotional eating, and chasing quick fixes, always looking to the world for relief instead of real peace. I realized that if I wanted lasting change, I had to stop the binge eating and pursue freedom, God’s way. So I created a realistic, grace-filled plan that broke the cycle of stress eating and brought peace and balance back into my day. The yo-yo dieting stopped, the overwhelm lifted, and my relationships, especially with Jesus, began to thrive. If you’re ready to finally find rhythms of peace in your crazy, never-ending to-do list… Tired of numbing with food to cope and want real healing instead… Want lasting results that boost your health, without medication, and break the stress, eat, shame, repeat cycle… Then, friend, this show was made just for you. Go tell your family, “Mom needs a hot minute,” pop in those earbuds, and let’s hang out…snacks optional. Website➡️HannahBryson.com Instagram ➡️ @HannahDickeyBryson E-mail ➡️hello@FromBingeEatingtoBalance.com Previously named, Past the Plate Podcast.

  1. 1D AGO

    109. Do I Need to Give Up Junk Food to Be Free From Food Addiction? A Grace-Based Answer

    ✨ Topics we touch on: Food Addiction, Junk Food, Christian Weight Loss, Processed Food, Food Freedom, Emotional Eating You’re trying to heal your relationship with food, but does that mean you have to give up all the foods you love? If you’ve ever wondered “Do I need to give up junk food to be free from food addiction?”... this episode is for you. The short answer? It depends. But in this episode, I give you a better question to ask. Inside this grace-filled episode, we’ll unpack: The real reason I gave up Taco Bell (and how I knew it was God, not guilt) How processed foods are engineered to hijack your cravings & override fullness Why some foods master you and why that matters spiritually The biblical tension between freedom & surrender (Hebrews 12:1 + 1 Corinthians 6:12) How to know what your next right step is with God, not diet culture This isn’t about copying my plan or what your best friend is doing. It’s not about doing enough to achieve a goal. It’s about asking God what He wants for your body, your mind, and your peace and walking with Him toward freedom. 💛 If food has been running the show lately, I’d love to help. Join me for my free live workshop, The Can’t Stop Eating Blueprint, on February 17th & 18th. We’ll talk about food addiction, emotional eating, surrender, and how to finally feel peace around food...without white-knuckling your way there. 🎟️ Save your seat now at workshop.hannahbryson.com Replays will be available, but only if you sign up! Don’t wait because I would love for you to come hang with us! 🚀 NEXT STEPS: -SAVE YOUR SEAT FOR THE EXCLUSIVE LIVE WORKSHOP: workshop.hannahbryson.com -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.   ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    16 min
  2. 3D AGO

    108. Eat Good Until 6pm? Why You Spiral at Night (& How to Stop)

    ✨ Topics we touch on: Nighttime Eating, Stress Eating, Christian Binge Eating Support, Food and Faith, Emotional Overeating, Christian Weight Loss, Food Freedom You eat great all day, but after dinner, the pantry calls your name. If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling at night, wondering “Why do I do this every single evening?”...you are not alone. And more importantly, you’re not too far gone. This episode is a grace-filled wake-up call to uncover what’s really going on before those nighttime binges hit. Hint hint...the problem didn’t start at 8:30pm. It started earlier in your day when you were stressed, rushing, bottling it up, or undernourished. Inside this episode: Why nighttime binges aren't a willpower problem, but a sign of unmet needs during the day A powerful analogy that explains how unprocessed stress builds up and explodes in the evening 3 check-ins to help you break the cycle: spiritual, emotional/mental, and physical Practical ways to “meet your needs earlier,” so food stops becoming your nightly escape A fresh, faith-based approach to emotional eating that isn’t about shame, but rather, surrender This one’s for the girl who feels like she’s “good” until the sun goes down and then wonders what went wrong. Let this be your reminder: your body isn’t bad. It’s asking for help. And you can give it what it really needs with God’s help. 💛 Ready to finally stop spiraling at night? Save your seat now for the Can’t Stop Eating Blueprint—my FREE live workshop happening February 17th & 18th. Coaching, workbook, Q&A, and grace-based truth that changed my food story forever (& it can yours, too). 🎟️ Sign up at workshop.hannahbryson.com Replay access included, but only if you register!   🚀 NEXT STEPS: -SAVE YOUR SEAT FOR THE EXCLUSIVE LIVE WORKSHOP: workshop.hannahbryson.com -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.   ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    26 min
  3. JAN 29

    107. Tempted to Eat Even When You're Not Hungry? Here's What Is Really Going On

    ✨ Topics we touch on: Binge Eating, Emotional Eating, Food Cravings, Boredom Snacking, Christian Weight Loss, Mindset Habits, Faith-Based Food Freedom Ever find yourself standing in front of the pantry… even though you just ate? You know you're not hungry, but you want something that you can't put your finger on...something crunchy, sweet, salty, comforting. You grab a handful of chips or a bite of leftovers, and then wonder... Why did I do that? This episode is your warm hug and your lightbulb moment. We’re unpacking what’s actually happening when you feel the urge to eat without hunger and why it’s not just about willpower. Inside this episode: 3 surprisingly common reasons you keep eating when you're not physically hungry How food becomes your autopilot response to emotions like boredom, stress, or loneliness A grace-based explanation of how your brain learns these habits and how to gently unlearn them One simple Bible verse to reset your cravings & remind you where true comfort comes from A faith-filled invitation to reroute the path from food to peace, with God at the center of it all If you’re stuck in a loop of mindless snacking, guilt, and wondering why food still feels so powerful this episode is your next right step. 💛 Ready for deeper help? Join me live for The Can’t Stop Eating Blueprint—a free 2-day training happening February 17th & 18th. I’ll walk you through the exact method that helped me stop emotional eating and experience real peace. 🖥️ Save your seat at workshop.hannahbryson.com — spots are limited (REPLAYS WILL BE AVAILABLE)!     🚀 NEXT STEPS: -FREE LIVE WORKSHOP ➡️ SAVE YOUR SEAT: workshop.hannahbryson.com -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.     ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    18 min
  4. JAN 27

    106. Thinking About Food All Day? 3 Bible Verses Christian Emotional Eaters Should Know & Use

    ✨ Topics we touch on: Food Obsession, Emotional Eating, Food Cravings, Christian Weight Loss, Renewing the Mind, Food Freedom, Faith-Based Eating Support Does it feel like food is always running in the background of your mind? What to eat. What not to eat. Did I eat too much? Should I eat again? How do I fix yesterday? If your brain feels loud, cluttered, and constantly focused on food, you are not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about why food obsession happens and how Scripture can help quiet the mental chaos. God never intended for food to dominate your thoughts and the Bible actually gives us truth to help retrain our minds. Inside this episode: Why obsessive food thoughts aren’t a willpower issue...but a thought loop How fear, control, and anxiety often fuel constant food noise 3 powerful Bible verses that help redirect your focus and bring peace Why renewing your mind matters more than finding the “right” eating plan How God’s peace replaces striving when food stops being the focus If you’re tired of feeling mentally exhausted from thinking about food all day, and you’re craving peace instead of pressure, this episode is for you. You don’t need another diet. You need the truth that steadies your mind and brings rest to your soul. 💛 Ready for the next step? Join me for my free 2-day live workshop, The Can’t Stop Eating Blueprint, happening February 17th–18th! We’ll break down the spiritual, emotional, and physical roots of food obsession and I’ll walk you through the method I use with my coaching clients to help quiet food noise for good. Coaching, workbook, live Q&A, doorprizes, and a whole lot of grace. Save your seat at workshop.hannahbryson.com  🚀 NEXT STEPS: -FREE LIVE WORKSHOP ➡️ SAVE YOUR SEAT: workshop.hannahbryson.com -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.   ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    26 min
  5. JAN 22

    105. I Can’t Stop Eating & I Don’t Know Why — How to Know If You Struggle with Binge Eating

    ✨ Topics we touch on: Binge Eating, Emotional Eating, Food Cravings, Can’t Stop Eating Support, Food Freedom, Christian Weight Loss, Faith-Based Eating Support Ever feel like something’s off with your eating, but you’re not sure what? You're definitely not the only one asking: “Why do I keep going back to food… even when I’m not hungry?” This episode is for the woman who’s just starting to wonder if what she’s dealing with is more than just stress eating or a lack of willpower. If that’s you, you’re in the right place and food shame doesn't get to exist here. Inside this episode: We walk through 3 key questions to help you figure out if you’re dealing with binge eating I share parts of my own story (like hiding chip bags at the bottom of the trash can 😬) You’ll hear about shame, secrecy, and God’s desire to bring healing We talk about why hiding your eating might mean you’re also hiding your pain You’ll get a loving invitation to stop blaming yourself and start getting curious instead If any part of you feels like food has taken up too much space in your life, let this be a hopeful moment...a chance to name what’s been hidden and take a step toward freedom. 💛 Ready for the next step? Join me for my free 2-day live workshop, The Can’t Stop Eating Blueprint—February 17th–18th! We’ll walk through the spiritual, emotional, and physical roots of binge eating—and I’ll show you the method I use with my 1:1 clients to help them get real peace around food. Coaching, workbook, Q&A, doorprizes & so much grace. Save your seat at workshop.hannahbryson.com 🚀 NEXT STEPS: -FREE LIVE WORKSHOP ➡️ SAVE YOUR SEAT: workshop.hannahbryson.com -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.   ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    14 min
  6. JAN 20

    104. Choosing Food Over Jesus? A Heart-Check for Emotional Eaters

    ✨ Topics we touch on: Emotional Eating, Food Cravings, Christian Binge Eating Support, Food and Faith, Surrender vs Control, Spiritual Freedom, Christian Weight Loss Tired of running to food when life feels overwhelming—but not sure how to stop? This episode is your gentle, grace-filled heart-check. We’re unpacking a question that might feel uncomfortable at first… but could change everything: Are you choosing food over Jesus? Before you run, hear this: this is not about shame. It’s about noticing. About realizing that maybe—without even meaning to—you’ve started seeking comfort, escape, or control in the pantry… instead of the Prince of Peace. Inside this episode: We walk through 3 emotional + spiritual checkpoints to help you pause, reflect, and recenter your cravings We talk about how emotional eating isn’t always about hunger—but often about control, fear, or overwhelm You’ll hear biblical encouragement that reminds you food is a gift—but Jesus is the Giver Plus, a simple mindset shift that could radically change the way you approach your cravings Whether you're bingeing, snacking on autopilot, or just feel disconnected from God in this area, you are so not alone. Let this episode be a fresh breath of grace and guidance for your food freedom journey. Ready for the next step? Save your seat for my free 2-day live workshop, the Can’t Stop Eating Blueprint—happening February 17th–18th! Coaching, workbook, Q&A, doorprizes & faith-based strategies that changed everything for me. Sign up at workshop.hannahbryson.com 🚀 NEXT STEPS: -LIVE WORKSHOP ➡️ SAVE YOUR SEAT: workshop.hannahbryson.com -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.   ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    26 min
  7. JAN 16

    103. Can't Stop Eating? 3 Surprising Reasons You Keep Going Back to Food

    Can’t Stop Eating? 3 Surprising Reasons You Keep Going Back to Food Can’t stop eating, even when you really want to? Whether it’s emotional eating, binge eating, or just feeling like you’re constantly thinking about food, you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re unpacking 3 surprising reasons why Christian women keep going back to food (even when we know better)… and what to do when willpower just doesn’t cut it anymore. You’ll learn why food cravings often have nothing to do with hunger, how emotional triggers and spiritual disconnect drive the cycle harder, and why you need more than just a new diet to find peace with food. If you’re stuck in a pattern of nighttime eating, secret eating, or food obsession—and you’ve ever whispered “I can’t stop eating”—this conversation will give you clarity, hope, and a faith-based path forward. ✨ Topics we touch on: Binge Eating, Emotional Eating, Food Cravings, Can’t Stop Eating Support, Food Freedom, Christian Weight Loss, Faith-Based Eating Support 🎧 What You’ll Hear: Why binge eating isn’t just a willpower issue (and what it really is) The deeper roots behind emotional eating and compulsive food habits How faith plays a crucial role in your healing—not more restrictive dieting Why your current “fixes” aren’t working (and what to try instead) Ready to stop spiraling and start healing? This episode is your first step. 🚀 NEXT STEPS: -LIVE WORKSHOP ➡️ SAVE YOUR SEAT: workshop.hannahbryson.com -Ready for change but need a plan? Book a Binge Breakthrough Session -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.   ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    16 min
  8. JAN 14

    102. Striving to Eat Perfectly? 3 Bible Verses to Help Christian Women Relax

    Striving to Eat Perfectly? 3 Bible Verses to Help Christian Women Relax Do you ever feel like peace is always just one “better” food choice away? Like if you could finally eat clean enough, disciplined enough, or perfectly enough… then you could relax? If you’re a Christian woman stuck in the cycle of emotional eating, food guilt, or constantly trying to “get it right,” this episode offers a gentler, biblical reframe. In this conversation, we step away from food rules and into something deeper: what Scripture actually says about rest, surrender, and striving. You’ll hear three powerful Bible verses that challenge the belief that peace comes after you fix yourself—and instead point you toward the kind of peace God offers right now. This episode is especially for the woman who: Feels exhausted from always trying to eat better Keeps bouncing between restriction and overeating Loves God but still feels stuck in food guilt Wants freedom without another diet We’ll talk about how perfectionism around food can quietly steal your peace, how God’s definition of rest is very different from the world’s, and why true freedom with food begins with surrender—not self‑control. If you’re tired of striving, tired of starting over, and tired of feeling like peace is always out of reach, this episode will help you breathe again and see your relationship with food through a completely new lens.   🚀 NEXT STEPS: -Ready for change but need a plan? Book a Binge Breakthrough Session -Want more info? Head to HannahBryson.com -Have a question? Feel free to stop in and say hello → hello@FromBingeEatingToBalance.com -Feel encouraged today? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts, screenshot it, and DM me on IG!  -Know someone who’s stuck in the mess? Send this episode her way. She doesn’t have to do this alone.   ✨ Helpful Resources Just for You -YouVersion Bible App: Free app & online resource with daily devotions, different bible translations, plans, and studies.  -The Bestie Boost (weekly email pep talk): A quick dose of faith-filled encouragement to start your week right: bit.ly/InsiderBestie  -Join the Free Facebook Group: Bonus tools, prayer-based support, and behind-the-scenes from the podcast: bit.ly/ChristianBingeEatingSupport -Hang Out on Instagram: Instagram Channel, encouragement, behind-the-scenes convos, and where to DM me your review: @HannahDickeyBryson -My Favorite Faith & Food Freedom Buys: My favorite Bible, devotionals, & more: amzn.to/4lwIUHD

    17 min
4.9
out of 5
100 Ratings

About

Reaching for junk food after another chaotic, exhausting day? Craving peace but settling for snacks just to get by? So overwhelmed by the nightly dinner battle that you end up in the drive-thru again, even though you swore you’d cook? Sick of feeling out of control, numbing with food, and then regretting it? Whoa, flashback. I’ve been there. This podcast gives you real-life strategies to stop stress eating, find peace in your chaotic schedule, and ditch the dieting rollercoaster so you can finally feel more present in your life and with your family. Hey, I’m Hannah! Mom, wife, and busy Christian entrepreneur. And for most of my life, I’ve turned to food to cope with stress. I bounced between strict plans, emotional eating, and chasing quick fixes, always looking to the world for relief instead of real peace. I realized that if I wanted lasting change, I had to stop the binge eating and pursue freedom, God’s way. So I created a realistic, grace-filled plan that broke the cycle of stress eating and brought peace and balance back into my day. The yo-yo dieting stopped, the overwhelm lifted, and my relationships, especially with Jesus, began to thrive. If you’re ready to finally find rhythms of peace in your crazy, never-ending to-do list… Tired of numbing with food to cope and want real healing instead… Want lasting results that boost your health, without medication, and break the stress, eat, shame, repeat cycle… Then, friend, this show was made just for you. Go tell your family, “Mom needs a hot minute,” pop in those earbuds, and let’s hang out…snacks optional. Website➡️HannahBryson.com Instagram ➡️ @HannahDickeyBryson E-mail ➡️hello@FromBingeEatingtoBalance.com Previously named, Past the Plate Podcast.

You Might Also Like