Why Treats on the Counter Don’t Scare Brenda Anymore

Ever wonder what it really looks like to feel free around food? Like…truly free? 

Today, I’m sharing a beautiful conversation with Brenda, one of my recent group clients. She came to me after years of losing and gaining weight, feeling sick, tired, and completely worn out. She had listened to this podcast for a long time and had heard stories from other women—just like her—who finally found lasting peace. And then one day, she realized… if they could do it, so could she. In this episode, Brenda talks about what pushed her to join my group, how she dealt with emotional and physical hunger, and what it took to start trusting herself with food again—yes, even Joy Eats. You’ll hear her talk about early struggles, the turning points, and why she now keeps treats on the counter without fear. She didn’t just follow the process—she committed to it, and she tells you exactly how she did that.

If you’ve ever wondered whether real change is possible for you, I hope Brenda’s story gives you hope—and maybe a little push. Come listen to how she found peace, and how you can too. Enjoy the show!

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What You’ll Learn From This Episode

• What inspired Brenda to go from listener to client
• Her turning point: feeling desperate and tired of starting over
• How Joy Eats became part of her journey, even when it felt impossible
• Why understanding emotional and physical hunger made all the difference
• The power of mindset and journaling throughout the process
• What it looks like to practice, fail, and keep going
• Releasing old diet habits and embracing peace around food
• How support, structure, and a new perspective helped her finally succeed