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Episode Synopsis
📋 This episode of Ketobiography shares the powerful recovery and transformation of Linda Witnov, a woman who spent decades wrestling with food obsession, sugar addiction, and bulimia. Drawing from her background in teaching and psychology, she reveals the impact of family, culture, and shame on the battle for lasting change. Hear how she discovered keto, made peace with her body, and now coaches others—especially women—toward emotional healing and sustainable wellness.⏳ Chapters00:00Introduction & Welcome03:00Linda’s Story Begins: Family, Early Food Memories10:00Overeating, Body Image, and Shame in Childhood17:00Starting Diets: Weight Watchers and Diet Culture in the 1960s23:00First Experiences with Eating Disorders28:00Double Life: Discipline and Secret Binging in Early Adulthood36:00Therapy, Healing, and Gradually Overcoming Bulimia43:00Discovering Atkins and Low-Carb Living50:00Rebuilding Habits, Coaching Philosophy, and Moving Beyond Shame58:00Advice for Listeners and Closing Reflections💡 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow early family experiences and culture can shape body image and eating habitsThe intersection of addiction, bulimia, and secretive food behaviors—and how these cycles are brokenWhy psychotherapy and low-carb eating worked together to promote long-term healing and self-acceptancePractical coaching methods that focus on gradual, personalized change, particularly for women in midlife and beyondThe critical importance of community, compassion, and perseverance on the path to freedom🔑 Key Insight“Don’t give up. Keep trying different things. It doesn’t happen as quickly as we humans want it to… It’s experimenting, being a scientist, and having compassion for yourself. It’s not going to be overnight, and that’s okay. It’s totally worth it. Don’t give up.” -Linda Witnov🌐 Connect with Linda WitnovRise Up Slim DownEmail: [email protected]🎧 Listen to More Ketobiography Episodes:New episodes are released every Thursday on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms.🔗 Subscribe + follow + leave a review to support the show!🌱 Know someone with a Keto success story? Nominate them to be [email protected]👤 Connect with Robyn:https://www.robyndobbins.com/homehttps://linktr.ee/robyn.r.dobbins Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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