Reverse The Rebound Weight Gain Podcast

I get a little ranty in this episode, as I am seeing some big issues with certain posts in some WLS communities.   I talk about this a lot with my clients because it can be very triggering! First of all, I think overall communities offer a great sense of support, connection, encouragement.  They bring like minded people together and a sense of understanding and the feeling that you’re not alone  - which is so incredibly important.  However, when there aren’t strict boundaries around posts - it can become a bit of a free for all and some of these types of posts may lead you to take a step back on your own path and lead to sabotage.  Listen to find out more about what to look out for and what to avoid.

In this episode, we explore the complex relationship between our inner child, adult self, and how they influence our eating behaviors. We delve into the psychological concept that we are a sum of many parts, each playing a distinct role in how we navigate life, emotions, and food. The Concept of Multiple Parts Healthy Adult (Version 2): Represents our best self, living in the present moment, feeling empowered, connected, and calm. This part makes choices that support long-term well-being. Wounded Child Parts: These parts are stuck in the past, holding unprocessed trauma. They can feel unsafe and overwhelmed, even if the original events happened decades ago. Trauma and Its Impact Big T Trauma: Major traumatic events such as accidents or abuse. Little t Trauma: More subtle but repeated experiences like emotional neglect, critical parenting, or bullying. These experiences can significantly influence eating habits. Recognizing Who's in Charge When the Healthy Adult is in charge, thoughts are flexible and realistic, with a focus on progress over perfection. When a Wounded Child Part is in charge, thoughts become rigid and all-or-nothing, leading to behaviors like binge eating or numbing out with food. Eating Saboteurs Eating saboteurs act as protectors for our wounded child parts. Understanding these can help in shifting behaviors. The Rebel: Eats to defy control and societal expectations. The Distractor: Keeps busy to avoid emotions, leading to exhaustion and emotional eating. The Inner Critic: Uses food to relieve the pressure of self-judgment. The Numbing Out: Eats to escape stress, caretaking, or overwhelm. The Defeatist: Gives up, believing long-term change is impossible. The Avoider: Promises to start again tomorrow, perpetuating a cycle of overeating. Key Takeaways It is normal for wounded child parts to take over at times. Becoming aware of which part is driving behavior is the first step to change. Re-parenting the wounded child involves recognizing, validating, and soothing these parts. Shifting back to the healthy adult allows for more consistent, balanced behaviors. By tuning into which part is in charge, we can better manage our relationship with food and emotions. Through this process, we move away from blaming ourselves and towards understanding and compassion. Resources & Links: 🔗 Free Ebook > https://challenge.georgiebeames.com/ebook1728267248010 📩 Check out Client Case Studies > https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/vsl1702964728509 📲 Follow on Socials: @georgiebeamespsychologist 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend and leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!

Do you feel constantly stressed, exhausted, or stuck in a cycle of cravings and low energy? You might be in survival mode. In this episode, we uncover: ✅ What survival mode is and why it happens ✅ How a dysregulated nervous system impacts your metabolism, digestion, and cravings ✅ Practical ways to regulate your nervous system and break free from the cycle of stress and shutdown If you’ve been struggling with weight regain, emotional eating, or feeling like your body is working against you, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and what you can do about it. Key Takeaways ✔ Survival mode is when your nervous system is stuck bouncing between stress ("fight or flight") and exhaustion ("freeze"). ✔ This state disrupts digestion, metabolism, hormones, and cravings, making weight management even harder. ✔ To break free, start by mapping your nervous system, practicing deep breathing, taking mini breaks, and engaging your senses to create a sense of safety and balance. Resources & Links: 🔗 Free Ebook > https://challenge.georgiebeames.com/ebook1728267248010 📩 Check out Client Case Studies > https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/vsl1702964728509 📲 Follow on Socials: @georgiebeamespsychologist 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend and leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!

In today’s episode, we’re exploring the difference between numbing out and true relaxation. Have you ever found yourself mindlessly snacking while scrolling your phone or zoning out in front of the TV after a long day? It might feel like relaxation, but often, it’s something else—numbing out. We’ll break down: ✅ Why we turn to food, screens, or distractions to numb out ✅ How stress and overwhelm affect the nervous system ✅ The difference between numbing behaviors and real relaxation ✅ Practical steps to shift from numbing out to true rest and recharge By the end of this episode, you’ll have tools to create genuine relaxation habits that leave you feeling refreshed, rather than disconnected. Key Takeaways ✔ Numbing out happens when your nervous system is stuck in "freeze mode," causing you to disconnect rather than truly relax. ✔ True relaxation happens when you’re present in the moment, engaged with your body, and allowing your nervous system to reset. ✔ To shift from numbing to relaxation, practice small habits like mindful eating, breathwork, gentle movement, and setting boundaries with screens. Resources & Links: 🔗 Free Ebook > https://challenge.georgiebeames.com/ebook1728267248010 📩 Check out Client Case Studies > https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/vsl1702964728509 📲 Follow on Socials: @georgiebeamespsychologist 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend and leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!

Episode Summary: Have you ever noticed that your cravings seem to hit hardest during stressful or exhausting moments? In this episode, we’re exploring the nervous system hierarchy—a powerful framework that explains why our feelings of safety or stress influence our eating habits. You’ll learn: ✅ Why your nervous system controls your cravings more than willpower ever could ✅ How stress and anxiety push you toward emotional or mindless eating ✅ The difference between truly feeling safe vs. being in “functional freeze” ✅ Practical steps to shift out of stress eating and into a state of balance If you’ve ever reached for food after a long, stressful day—only to wonder why you keep repeating the pattern—this episode is a must-listen! Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome & why cravings aren’t random 02:15 – Understanding the nervous system ladder: Safe zone, Fight-or-flight, Freeze mode 06:40 – Why stress and people-pleasing lead to habitual eating 08:30 – 3 practical steps to regain control over cravings 10:24 – Final thoughts & next episode preview Resources & Links: 🔗 Free Ebook > https://challenge.georgiebeames.com/ebook1728267248010 📩 Check out Client Case Studies > https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/vsl1702964728509 📲 Follow on Socials: @georgiebeamespsychologist 💬 Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend and leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!

Show Notes: Season 3, Episode 2 – The Stress-Cravings Connection Title: Mastering Your Nervous System for Reduced Cravings Welcome back to Reverse the Rebound Weight Gain! I’m your host, Georgie, and in today’s episode, we’re exploring the powerful connection between your stress levels, nervous system, and food cravings. Episode Highlights: Why Stress Fuels Cravings: Your autonomic nervous system controls unconscious processes like digestion, metabolism, and hormone balance—key factors in weight management. The two main systems at play: Sympathetic Nervous System: Your 'fight or flight' mode, which activates during stress and can lead to cravings for comfort foods and poor digestion. Parasympathetic Nervous System: Your 'rest and digest' mode, which supports calmness, digestion, and balanced eating habits. What Happens When Your Nervous System is Out of Balance: Stress overload can cause: Poor digestion Disrupted sleep Heightened cravings for high-calorie foods Missed activation of the parasympathetic system during meals or bedtime disrupts your body’s ability to process food and relax properly. The Goal: Achieve a healthy flow between your nervous systems—activating each at the right time for tasks like exercising, working, relaxing, or eating. Practical Tips: How to Balance Your Nervous System Map Your Stress Patterns: Notice when your stress levels peak (e.g., during work or in the evenings). Identifying these patterns helps you understand when your sympathetic system is dominating. Breathe to Shift States: Use deep breathing to activate your parasympathetic system. Try this: Inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, and exhale for 6. Do this before meals or bedtime to help calm your body. Create a Relaxing Meal Environment: Eat in a calm, distraction-free space to engage your 'rest and digest' mode. Avoid eating in front of the TV or while scrolling your phone. Use Movement Wisely: While exercise activates the sympathetic system, incorporate gentle movement like yoga or stretching before bed to transition into a relaxed state for digestion and sleep. Next Episode Preview: Join us next time as we explore how feelings of safety—or the lack thereof—shape your relationship with food. Discover why certain emotions trigger cravings and how to create a sense of security within your body. Resources & Links: Download my Free Ebook on food cravings and emotional eating: https://challenge.georgiebeames.com/ebook1728267248010 Watch the case study training to learn more about balancing your nervous system and reducing cravings: https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/vsl1702964728509 Take Action: This week, start mapping your stress patterns, practice the breathing exercises, and notice the impact on your cravings and eating habits. Share this episode with a friend who might benefit, and don’t forget to subscribe for more insights! Thank you for tuning in to Reverse the Rebound Weight Gain. See you in the next episode!

Show Notes: Season 3, Episode 1 – Reverse the Rebound Weight Gain Title: Healing Your Relationship with Food - Post-Bariatric Weight Regain & GLP-1 Medications. Welcome back to Reverse the Rebound Weight Gain! Season 3 is here, and I’m thrilled to dive into some exciting new themes, personal updates, and practical tips to help you on your journey to food freedom and lasting health. Episode Highlights: Life Update: My son Harvey just finished Year 3, and my youngest graduated from Kindy. It’s been a juggling act managing work, my two boys, and my little one’s special needs, which include weekly speech and OT sessions. Big news: We’re moving to Tasmania! My husband’s family is there, and we’re seeking a simpler, more peaceful life, especially as my youngest starts school next year. This move feels like a gift for our nervous systems—a chance to truly settle and find peace. My recent 3 Capes walk in Tassie was an incredible reset, and I’m eager to bring that sense of calm into our new life and work. Evolving Work: My practice has grown to focus on the intersection of food cravings, nervous system regulation, and trauma. It’s a transformative area that’s delivering incredible results for my clients. Case studies from my 3-month intensive program show: 60–90% more natural control over cravings. Significant improvements in mental health. Weight loss (2–12 kg) as a byproduct of healing—not deprivation. What to Expect in Season 3: Deep dives into the nervous system and its role in food cravings. Understanding how trauma and disordered eating patterns shape your relationship with food. Exploring solutions beyond external tools like surgery, weight loss medications, or dieting. Free Resources: Grab my new Ebook on food cravings and emotional eating—it’s packed with insights and practical tools. [Link in show notes!] Check out my case study training to learn more about the results my clients are achieving. Key Takeaways from the Episode: Disordered Eating is a Mental Health Issue: It’s not about willpower; it’s about subconscious patterns rooted in safety and survival. Surgery and medications can be great tools, but they don’t heal the deeper issues. Dieting Doesn’t Work Long-Term: Dieting often leads to more weight gain over time. Instead, focus on rewiring your brain for natural control around food. Morning Matters: A structured, high-protein breakfast sets the tone for your day. Consistency between weekdays and weekends can make a huge difference in avoiding all-or-nothing thinking. Your Eating Patterns Are Tied to Childhood: Even if your childhood was great or you didn’t struggle with weight then, unresolved trauma or emotional triggers can drive mindless eating patterns today. Practical Tip of the Episode: Start your day with a high-protein, balanced breakfast. It stabilizes blood sugar, reduces cravings, and sets you up for success throughout the day. Resources and Links: Download the free Ebook: https://challenge.georgiebeames.com/ebook1728267248010 Watch the Case Study Training: https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/vsl1702964728509 Connect with me on Spotify to stay updated on new episodes! Thank you for tuning in to the first episode of Season 3. I’m so excited to take you on this deeper journey to explore the root causes of eating struggles and empower you to transform your relationship with food. Let’s move from surviving to thriving—together!

I once heard a quote which is self sabotage is simply self care misguided. So let's unpack this together.  I am in Bali this week with Margaret Hays organising our Bariatric Babes Luxe Bali Retreat in August 2024. Please check it out here. Spots are filling.  https://www.bariatricdietitian.com.au/bali-retreat This is the last episode of season 2. I will be back in season 3.  Thank you so much for listening.  Please stay in touch: Facebook > https://www.facebook.com/georgiebeames Instagram > georgiebeamespsychologist I truly appreciate you x

Let me share the hack, but it’s probably not what you think. It’s not about control it’s not about food itself but it’s more about shifting your identity towards V2.0, it’s not what you’re doing it’s more about the person you are BE-ING.  It's something that I have personally been working on, and that's gratitude and appreciation.  In this episode I share 3 simple hacks that I recommend trying out and let me know how you go! If you want more strategies, next month in the Club we are working on the distractor saboteur. This is the part of us that is overly focussed on everyone else needs.  Come out as people pleasing or even control - controlling your food, exercise, household or others.  It’s where your energy is directed externally - and nothing is directed internally. This leads us to get our needs met from food.   If you are not priortising yourself - I invite to join the club before Oct 1st and come and work on this eating saboteur together.  The club is a lot less that what you are spending on your go to foods over a 6 month period. Click to get the discounted price!  

I've seen a theme of WLS patient's not priortising themselves after surgery.  This might be staying up too late and not getting enough sleep, not doing all the things they know will help them such as meal planning, prepping. Or continuing with their V1.0 old eating habits.   They're caught up in a rut.  Making easy and fast eating choices. They maybe eating their way through the day or night. Weight regain sneaks up and up, and this negatively affects our mental health negatively. If this resonates, listen to my 3 steps on where to start.  I do have an opportunity for women to priortise themselves and priortise their WLS journey.  The WLS journey isn’t a side gig - it’s the main gig. Bariatric Dietitian Margaret Hays and myself have a Luxe Bariatric Retreat in August 2024. There is plenty of time to book and save.  It will be a combination of learning new skills and new tools on your WLS journey as well as rest and rejuvenation.  Click here for more.   

We all have an Inner Mean Girl. It’s the part of us that is judgemental, critical harsh.  Nothing is every good enough. She might come out when you see your reflection in the mirror.  Or when you are getting dressed each morning.  Or maybe comes out in a work meeting or a parenting moment, or maybe she comes out after you eat half the block of chocolate.  She might tell you - you’re a failure, you're not good enough, you’re undeserving.  And then can you guess what might happen next -  you eat. If you have a strong Inner Mean Girl that you want to soften, I invite you to a $7 trial (2 weeks) where we will do a deep dive on your Inner Mean Girl.  Grab Your $7 Trial Here.     

Have you noticed EVERYONE is talking about weight loss medications? This prompted Bariatric Dietitian Margaret Hays and myself to unpack this and provide some food for thought (pardon the pun).  In this episode we unpack what you might wish to consider before meds and if you are currently on weight loss meds, what you might consider as you come off them. Free Food Cravings Challenge > https://challenge.georgiebeames.com/food-cravings-challengehtqsj06k Follow Margaret Hays here >  https://www.instagram.com/bariatricdietitian.margaret/

So many women tell themselves the narrative that they are relaxing and eating…maybe the whole day has been about everyone else. Then it;s night time, the tv on and the chocolate or chips come out. You tell yourself you’re relaxing but you are really numbing out. The main difference is that relaxation is when our awareness is in our body. When you are truly relaxed, you are often you aren’t thinking about food at all.  Numbing out is quite different. Our awareness is in our head.  Disconnecting, unplugging, not thinking not feeling…food goes hand in hand with their saboteur.  The numbing Part that disconnects. It doesn’t want to feel or think…do anything to feel nothing. If this resonates, we have a FLASH SALE for 48 hours only to work on this Numbing Saboteur together in the Reverse the Relapse Club. This is such an affordable way to do this powerful work.  Check it out here > https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/flash-sale-clubdlsot11x  

Many of us are guilty of asking for other weight loss surgery patient's before and after photos. I get the positive intention behind them.  Let’s dig deeper because maybe this can help you and you can help others… What is underneath the before and after photos? When you think about it, it is nothing more than some strangers before and after photos that has nothing to do you with you.  It has nothing to do with your journey.  Why do we all want them? Listen to learn more.  My vision is for women to have access to this information about themselves, the awareness and the tools to change…so that they can see it’s not them, it's just a PART of them. I will show you how to work with your parts to create balance in your system in the Club.  When there’s balance - V2.0 baby! Come and join the Reverse the Relapse Club and let's work on this together :)  Click to Join today. 

After thousands and thousands of hours working with Weight Loss Surgery Patients, I have identified 6 key Eating Saboteurs: Rebel Inner Mean Girl Numbing Defeatist Rewarder Avoider We all have these Saboteurs, but there will probably be 1 preomindate saboteur that comes out to play everytime you head to the fridge or pantry.  In this episode, I unpack each Saboteur and if you need help to identify your eating saboteur you can take the QUIZ here.  My vision is for women to have access to this information about themselves, the awareness and the tools to change…so that they can see it’s not them, it's just a PART of them. I will show you how to work with your parts to create balance in your system in the Club.  When there’s balance - V2.0 baby! Last chance to join the Reverse the Relapse Club before July 1st and grab an extra month for free!!! Click to Join today. 

We all have a part of us that avoids things.    But how might it play out specifically with your eating and weight?   Avoidng gives us short term relief, but leads to longer term pain.  I see the avoidance part playing out in 1 of 3 ways for women who struggle with their eating and weight:   Avoiding there’s a problem in the first place. Often we can be in denial that we have a problem in the first place. Maybe we have our head in the sand around our weight regain, and our eating habits.  We continue to stay in denial, until we are in enough emotional or physical pain to admit to ourselves that we have a problem and we need to address it.  Avoiding the things we know that will really help us.  We know that we have a problem, but we are Avoiding all the things that can really help us. Maybe we are avoiding exercise, avoiding meal planning and prepping, avoiding getting help and support whether that’s with a psychologist or dietitian or avoiding an appoint with your surgeon. Avoiding personal responsibility through fantasy thinking - this where we tell ourselves a story that our eating and weight will magically fix itself in the future, but we don’t make any changes to our eating.  This looks like  a narrative around “I’ll start again tomorrow” I’ll be good tomorrow…which means we take ourselves off the hook today with any personal responsibility around our food choices and it becomes a bit of magical thinking that tomorrow will be different today. And of course tomorrow is the same as day.  We avoid through delay. But the thoughts/feelings/behaviours remain the same.   Listen to learn more plus meet your avoider!!   If the avoider is in charge and you want help to move this part out of the drivers seat and put your V2.0, come and book in a 1 on 1 reset session.    Special price.    Limited spaces available.      Your Personalised Control Reset  

In this episide I chat with Glennis Winnet, the creator and CEO of Formulite.  I believe in her mission to provide superior products for WLS after surgery, especially busy women on the go to prioritise their health.  Feel free to check out the formulite products here.  https://formulite.com.au/ Please note that I am not an affiliate. I believe in Glennis and what she is doing and I love supporting Badass CEO women who share V2.0 goals for their clients !!

Today’s episode is something that’s been on my mind and something that I have bene working on personally and I thought it’s always good to share it and we can work on this together! It's about what your story or internal narrative iis? Where is your focus? Does it really support where you truly want to go (your v2.0 path).  What I’ve found is that our story, our attention is often on what we don’t want (our V1 selves) rather than what we want (our V2.0 self). Our brain is wired to problem solve, to focus more on the negatives than the positives.  So we need to train our brain to focus on what we want,  If we leave our brain running on auto pilot, it can continue to run in V1.0 mode. This is like working with a a very old, outdated computer system. It will slow us down and won’t support us in reaching our goals.  We need change the computer program ourselves.  Let me share how to get started today.  Announcements - I have created a customised cravings control reset.  This for you if you just need to press the reset button on your eating. It involves receiving the best of my cravings re-wiring tools, plus a zoom session where we jump on and I help you identify your subconscious sabotage blocks. It’s one of my super powers. It’s powerful to explore WHY you keep turning to the food, even though you don’t want to.  It’s at a really affordable price right now.  Spots are filling…if you wanting to try out this work with me, it’s a great opportunity to do just that. https://georgiebeames.clickfunnels.com/cravings-control-reset

Have you heard the saying, your identity is your destiny? In this 2 part episode, my guest Mary Lou Rodriguez unpack your subconscious identity and what this means for you after weight loss surgery.  In this episode we are diving deeper around why change is so hard! Enjoy!! Mary Lou is a Brain Training & High Performance Mindset Expert, podcaster of The Unstoppable Mind, a Millionaire Money Mentor and soon to be author of Unstoppable YOU. She is an international speaker and teacher with students from all over the world.  She is  passionate about working with people to change their mindsets and train their brains to have massive success in every part of their lives. She has worked with thousands of clients worldwide, from multi-millionaire entrepreneurs, celebrities, to professional organizations.  She  uses hypnosis, neuroscience, and brain training tools to help people eliminate disempowering habits, fears, and self-doubt.   links:  https://www.marylourodriguez.com/unstoppableyounow https://www.instagram.com/marylouhypnotizesyou/  

Have you heard the saying, your identity is your destiny? What is our subsconscious identity?  How was it formed and how does it impact how we feel, our food choices and our weight? In this 2 part episode, my guest Mary Lou Rodriguez unpack your subconscious identity and what this means for you after weight loss surgery.  Enjoy!! Mary Lou is a Brain Training & High Performance Mindset Expert, podcaster of The Unstoppable Mind, a Millionaire Money Mentor and soon to be author of Unstoppable YOU. She is an international speaker and teacher with students from all over the world.  She is  passionate about working with people to change their mindsets and train their brains to have massive success in every part of their lives. She has worked with thousands of clients worldwide, from multi-millionaire entrepreneurs, celebrities, to professional organizations.  She  uses hypnosis, neuroscience, and brain training tools to help people eliminate disempowering habits, fears, and self-doubt.   links:  https://www.marylourodriguez.com/unstoppableyounow https://www.instagram.com/marylouhypnotizesyou/