Food Shrinks

• Episode 28: Let’s Talk About Volume

  In this deeply honest and layered conversation, The Food Shrinks—Clarissa Kennedy, Molly Carmel, and Molly Painschab— dive into one of the most misunderstood and rarely talked-about experiences in food addiction recovery: volume of whole foods in food addiction recovery. What begins as a casual check-in quickly becomes a masterclass on the biological, psychological, and emotional roots of overeating. 🔍 What you’ll learn: 🌸Volume addiction might be harder to heal from than sugar and flour because it’s not just about what you eat, but how much and why. 🌸For many, volume eating is a trauma response—a way to regulate a dysregulated nervous system, not just a habit or lack of willpower. 🌸Physiological shifts like stretch-blunted stomachs, serotonin imbalances, and leptin resistance play a massive role in satiety and fullness signals. 🌸There’s no one-size-fits-all solution: healing involves patience, interoceptive awareness, nervous system work, and sometimes nutritional supplementation. 🌸And above all? It's about slowing down, getting curious, and giving ourselves the grace to find our unique path to peace. Whether you identify with volume struggles or you're just learning about this facet of food addiction, this episode offers deep validation, practical insights, and hope. 🔗 Mentioned: 🌸 Sweet Sobriety Foundations Program  https://sweetsobriety.newzenler.com/courses/sweet-sobriety-foundations 🌸 Breaking Up with Sugar https://mollycarmel.com/buws/ 🌸 Sacred Immersion Retreat (June 20–22 in Stamford, CT) email [email protected] 📢 Follow Us: 📱 Instagram: @FoodShrinks 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: foodshrinks.com The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

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• Episode 27: Help, I Posted on TikTok and Now I Need Therapy!

  In this vulnerable and fiery episode, the Shrinks crack open a raw conversation about what happens when you dare to speak your truth in a world that’s not always ready to hear it. Molly C. shares the emotional fallout of going viral on TikTok — and getting slammed for it. What started as a conversation about food boundaries quickly turned into a deep dive on childhood bullying, impostor syndrome, clinical appeasement, and the gut-punch of online criticism. The shrinks hold space for one another while exploring big themes: Why it’s so hard not to dim your light when people don’t agree with you The survival response of people-pleasing and self-abandonment The spiritual test of standing in your truth, even when it’s unpopular How neglect and injustice can activate rage that feels bigger than the moment How to protect your nervous system (and your purpose) in a noisy, opinionated world If you’ve ever questioned your right to speak up, struggled with self-doubt after rejection, or felt the inner war between being palatable and being powerful — this one’s for you. Oh, and there’s also dating drama, a story about unmatching on Hinge, and a rallying cry to all the kids who once felt like they didn’t belong. (Spoiler: You do.) 💬 Favorite Quote: "There is no rage so great as a neglected child." 📌 Topics Include: TikTok trauma and the curse of virality Emotional flashbacks and old wounds in new comments Clinical appeasement vs. embodied truth When you want to fight but freeze instead Navigating food boundaries at the dinner table and online Spiritual downloads, sunscreen for the soul, and showing up anyway 🧠 Bonus Takeaway: You don’t need to be palatable to be worthy. You’re allowed to take up space as you are — imperfect, passionate, and powerful. 📣 Call to Action: If you loved this conversation, please subscribe, rate, and review us! And if you’ve got thoughts, feedback, or want to send us a love letter (we won’t say no), drop us a line at [email protected].   📢 Follow Us: 📱 Instagram: @FoodShrinks 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: foodshrinks.com   The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

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• Episode 26: When You Just Don’t Wanna: Recovery in a Motivation Slump

  Feeling like you're slogging through sludge in your recovery? You're not alone. In this vulnerable and validating episode, the Shrinks get real about what to do when the motivation to stay on track just… isn’t there. From functional freeze to emotional flatness, we unpack what it means when everything feels like too much—even when you know what to do. We explore: Why recovery can feel like pushing through quicksand What “motivation collapse” and “functional freeze” look like in real life The grief that comes with ongoing transformation Why nervous system fatigue and willpower overload matter How values, compassion, and community help us recalibrate Why it’s OK to tread water as long as you don’t burn it all down We also talk about being highly sensitive in a world on fire, navigating recovery in times of collective distress, and how commitment—not motivation—is what keeps the engine running when your beetle bug (aka your recovery) just won’t start. 📩 Keep in Touch: Have a question for the Shrinks? Want to tell us how this episode landed for you? Email us at [email protected] — we love hearing from you. 📢 Follow Us: 📱 Instagram: @FoodShrinks 📧 Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: foodshrinks.com ♥️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FoodShrinks The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

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• Episode 25: You’re Not Fragile: Unpacking the Power of Fragilization

  In this episode, the Food Shrinks crew explores a powerful, overlooked concept: fragilization. From personal stories to real recovery insights, the team explores how treating ourselves—or others—as too delicate can actually stall growth, deepen shame, and keep us stuck. Whether it’s in addiction recovery, mental health, or just day-to-day life, fragilization can quietly shape how we show up, ask for help, and relate to our own resilience. We talk about how fragilizing ourselves in depression or post-relapse moments can reinforce powerlessness, and how others fragilizing us—even with good intentions—can feel invalidating. You’ll hear raw reflections, lots of laughs, and a serious reframe: you are not broken, and you are not fragile. 💡 Topics We Explore: What fragilization is—and how it shows up in recovery, families, and friendships The line between vulnerability and self-erasure Why over-helping or shielding others can disempower them Self-awareness beyond just self-criticism How diet culture and the patriarchy reinforce fragility myths Reclaiming your resilience and giving others space to rise 🛠️ Tools & Takeaways: Ask yourself: Am I being honest, or am I being a chameleon? Give people the chance to say no—and trust them to say yes Self-awareness means noticing your wins, not just your wounds You don’t need to break to grow Sometimes the most loving thing you can do is stop managing others’ feelings 📬 We want to hear from you! Have a question, a win, or a hot take? Email us at [email protected] and be part of the next episode. 🌟 Don’t forget: Subscribe ⭐ Rate ⭐ Review ⭐ Share ⭐ Love you, mean it. The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

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• Episode 24: Letting Go & Growing Up

  Welcome to the Food Shrinks podcast! In this heartfelt and honest episode, the Food Shrinks team dives into a powerful listener-submitted question: What happens when the people, places, and things that once brought us comfort no longer fit in our healing and recovery journey? This week, we explore the grief and growth that come with outgrowing relationships, hobbies, environments, and identities that once felt like home. You’ll hear reflections on: •    Why things that once felt safe can suddenly feel unbearable •    How identity shifts in recovery can affect our social lives •    Why it’s normal to feel guilt, grief, or even judgment about these changes •    The importance of compassionate self-awareness and honoring intuition •    How to navigate change without shame—or setting everything on fire 🔥 •    The difference between cutting ties to protect yourself vs. fleeing out of overwhelm •    Why kindness doesn’t mean self-betrayal •    And how to hold space for your metamorphosis with curiosity, not self-criticism Whether you’re frustrated by your changing preferences or unsure how to handle friends who no longer “get you,” this episode will remind you: You’re not going crazy—you’re just growing. 💗 In This Episode, You’ll Learn: •    How to tell if you're in a true identity shift •    How grief shows up in unexpected ways in recovery •    Tools to slow down and make intentional choices •    The importance of trusting yourself as you evolve •    Why it’s okay (and often necessary) to set boundaries or walk away Ways You Can Support the Show: 1.    Subscribe to Food Shrinks on your favorite podcast platform. 2.    Rate & Review—Five stars if you're feeling generous! 3.    Share this episode with a friend who’s going through their own transformation. Got a question for the Shrinks? Email us at [email protected] or drop your comments on our YouTube channel! 🌱 Remember: healing doesn’t always feel good—but it’s always worth it. We love you, and we’re so glad you’re here. ________________________________________ New episodes drop weekly. Until next time, breathe, stay curious, and keep growing. 🌀 The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcare provider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

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