Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Nina and Dr. Alisa take a hard look at Overeaters Anonymous (OA) and its impact on those struggling with food and body image. While OA is often seen as a source of support, the doctors argue that it can actually deepen shame, promote disempowerment, and pathologize normal emotional responses to food.

They explore how OA’s structure and language reinforce the idea that people are “addicted” to food, when in reality, food is often a coping mechanism, not the core issue. With compassion and clarity, Dr. Nina and Dr. Alisa emphasize that eating behaviors are not a moral failing, and true healing comes from addressing emotional wounds, not adopting restrictive rules or shame-based identities.

If you’ve ever felt like recovery should feel more freeing than fearful, this episode offers a powerful alternative perspective grounded in self-compassion, emotional insight, and empowerment.

Key Takeaways:

• OA often masks harm as healing.
• Food isn’t the problem—it’s a solution to deeper emotional pain.
• Labeling yourself an “addict” can increase shame and hinder healing.
• Your eating behaviors don’t define your identity.
• There are no food crimes—eating isn’t a moral issue.
• OA can reinforce the toxic belief of not being “good enough.”
• You can unlearn harmful food patterns without punishment.
• Real recovery focuses on emotional insight, not restriction.
• There are empowering, compassionate alternatives to OA.
• Self-compassion is the foundation of true transformation.

Tune in if you’re ready to challenge shame-based recovery models, reclaim your relationship with food, and begin healing from a place of understanding, not judgment.

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

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Welcome to The Forking Truth!

In this filling bitesize recap, Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin and Dr Alisa Karmel delve into the complexities of emotional eating, emphasising that it's not just about the food we consume but the emotions that drive our choices.

They discuss the importance of understanding what emotions are at play when we turn to food, and how acknowledging these feelings can lead to healthier coping mechanisms. The conversation also highlights the significance of embracing a full spectrum of emotions, rather than just focusing on positive feelings, to achieve emotional freedom and well-being.

Key Takeaways:

• It's not what you're eating that is the problem, it's what's eating at you.
• Dieting is a form of self abandonment.
• Understanding your food choices can reveal emotional needs.
• Unpleasant emotions are a natural part of being human.
• The only way to get rid of feelings is to feel them.
• You can't ignore or positive think your feelings away.
• Emotional awareness is crucial for personal growth.
• You can feel multiple emotions at the same time.
• Weight loss does not equate to emotional resolution.
• Embracing a range of emotions leads to freedom.

Ready to break free from food rules and rediscover your joy? Tune in, take notes, and remember—food freedom is within your reach!

If you want to find out more about Dr. Nina or Dr. Alisa head to the below links:

Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin

Dr Alisa Karmel

It’s time to fork the rules and find your truth!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.