Best Compulsive Exercise Podcasts (2026)

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468 Mindfulness Exercise for OCD 17:42

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40m ago17:42

17:42

In this episode, I share the one mindfulness skill I teach every OCD client to help you respond to intrusive thoughts without getting stuck in rumination, urgency, or compulsions—especially when you're feeling overwhelmed.

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187. Understand Hypothalamic Amenorrhea with Dr. Nicola Sykes (Rinaldi), PhD and Gemma Lewis 43:14

1d ago43:14

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You know when someone says, "Oh, that's normal", but something in your body clearly doesn't feel right? Maybe you've lost your period and brushed it off because you exercise a lot. Maybe a doctor waved it away. Maybe you've been praised for your discipline, your control, your "healthy" lifestyle, even while your body has been quietly asking for mor…

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187. Understand Hypothalamic Amenorrhea with Dr. Nicola Sykes (Rinaldi), PhD and Gemma Lewis 43:14

9h ago43:14

43:14

You know when someone says, "Oh, that's normal", but something in your body clearly doesn't feel right? Maybe you've lost your period and brushed it off because you exercise a lot. Maybe a doctor waved it away. Maybe you've been praised for your discipline, your control, your "healthy" lifestyle, even while your body has been quietly asking for mor…

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467 How to Calm Your Mind Before Bed: Anxiety Relief for Sleep‑Trouble Nights 17:35

37m ago17:35

17:35

In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan shares a gentle, science-backed approach to calming nighttime anxiety by shifting away from forcing sleep and toward helping your nervous system truly rest.

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186. The Anti-Resolution: Listen to This Before You Make Your Resolutions 13:14

8d ago13:14

13:14

January has a way of making everything feel louder. The pressure to start over, "fix yourself", and come back "better" than before. If you've ever felt that quiet panic underneath all the New Year motivation, this episode is for you. Instead of making a New Year's Resolution, we're making an anti-resolution. Tweetable Quotes "When we're under press…

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186. The Anti-Resolution: Listen to This Before You Make Your Resolutions 13:14

2h ago13:14

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January has a way of making everything feel louder. The pressure to start over, "fix yourself", and come back "better" than before. If you've ever felt that quiet panic underneath all the New Year motivation, this episode is for you. Instead of making a New Year's Resolution, we're making an anti-resolution. Tweetable Quotes "When we're under press…

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How Ketogenic Therapy Heals the Brain: Mental Health Recovery with Nicole Laurent 36:36

5d ago36:36

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In this episode, I sit down with Nicole Laurent, LMHC—a licensed mental health counselor and leading voice in metabolic psychiatry—to explore how ketogenic therapy is helping people heal from mental illness, food addiction, and emotional dysregulation by addressing the brain’s underlying metabolic health. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Nico…

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466 5 Mental Health Priorities for a Calmer, Stronger 2026 14:01

6d ago14:01

14:01

In this episode of Your Anxiety Toolkit, Kimberley Quinlan shares five science-backed mental health priorities to help you build a calmer, stronger, and more compassionate relationship with anxiety in 2026.

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The Single Most Important Exercise I Do Every Year 30:40

7d ago30:40

30:40

This is the exercise I return to every year ... the one that's given me more clarity and progress than anything else. It's the reason I'm not still stuck in the same patterns I was in 10 years ago. In this episode, I'll walk you through it with food, and also another area of your life, so you can get clear on what really matters, overcome the strug…

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465 How to stop OCD Mental Compulsions (with Lauren Rosen) 35:11

16d ago35:11

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In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan and OCD specialist Lauren Rosen break down exactly how mental compulsions work—and teach a practical, step-by-step way to stop engaging with them so you can get your time, presence, and joy back.

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185. Emotional Eating at Night 21:49

15d ago21:49

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For so many of us, nighttime feels like stepping into a different version of ourselves. One that feels "fine" all day, but starts to unravel the moment the sun goes down. One who can't stop thinking about snacks, who wanders into the kitchen on autopilot, who feels out of control around food in ways that never show up at noon. It can feel confusing…

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185. Emotional Eating at Night 21:49

14d ago21:49

21:49

For so many of us, nighttime feels like stepping into a different version of ourselves. One that feels "fine" all day, but starts to unravel the moment the sun goes down. One who can't stop thinking about snacks, who wanders into the kitchen on autopilot, who feels out of control around food in ways that never show up at noon. It can feel confusing…

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Family Stress at Christmas: Why Old Patterns Come Back 14:10

26d ago14:10

14:10

Christmas can bring up stress in ways that feel confusing and unexpected. Even when life feels stable, family time can activate old patterns, roles, and emotional responses that belong to much earlier chapters of our lives. In this Christmas episode, somatic psychotherapist Shelley Treacher explores why family stress often intensifies at Christmas,…

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464 Anxiety vs. ADHD: Are You Misdiagnosing Yourself? (with Kati Morton) 40:54

20d ago40:54

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If you've been wondering whether your "anxiety" might actually be ADHD (or both), this episode helps you sort through the overlap by focusing on the driver behind your symptoms—so you can get clarity, support, and the right tools.

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184. Hope, Healing, and the Bucket List You Didn't Know You Needed with Dr. Jeffrey DeSarbo 41:44

29d ago41:44

41:44

Struggling to find motivation in recovery, or trying to make sense of what keeps people pushing through something as painful as an eating disorder, opens a door to a much deeper conversation. This episode steps right through that door. In this episode, we welcome back a longtime favorite guest: Dr. Jeffrey DeSarbo, a neuropsychiatrist and internati…

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184. Hope, Healing, and the Bucket List You Didn't Know You Needed with Dr. Jeffrey DeSarbo 41:44

21d ago41:44

41:44

Struggling to find motivation in recovery, or trying to make sense of what keeps people pushing through something as painful as an eating disorder, opens a door to a much deeper conversation. This episode steps right through that door. In this episode, we welcome back a longtime favorite guest: Dr. Jeffrey DeSarbo, a neuropsychiatrist and internati…

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Vanessa P. 7:39

22d ago7:39

7:39

I Don't Feel Alone AnymoreBy AEA

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A Monk Explains Why We Self-Sabotage (And What To Do About It!) 36:50

1M ago36:50

36:50

Why do we do things that work against what we actually want? I interviewed Swami Karunananda, a monk located in the Yogaville ashram in Virginia, to ask her about something that affects us all: self-sabotage. You know you want to stop binging. You genuinely want freedom with food. So why does that other part of you keep taking over? She explained h…

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463 My OCD Subtype Keeps SHIFTING: 3 Steps to GENERALIZE Your ERP Skills 25:15

27d ago25:15

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In this episode, Kimberley breaks down why OCD themes shift so quickly and teaches you how to generalize your ERP skills so you can respond effectively—no matter what obsession shows up.

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183. How Do I Work With Clients Who Don't Want to Gain Weight? 22:04

1M ago22:04

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Whether you're supporting others or navigating your own process, this episode offers language and perspective to help you sit with the messiness rather than fear it. In this episode, we slow down to explore why ambivalence exists, what it reveals about our experiences, and why it's a doorway rather than a roadblock. We unpack the deeper meaning beh…

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183. How Do I Work With Clients Who Don't Want to Gain Weight? 22:04

28d ago22:04

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Whether you're supporting others or navigating your own process, this episode offers language and perspective to help you sit with the messiness rather than fear it. In this episode, we slow down to explore why ambivalence exists, what it reveals about our experiences, and why it's a doorway rather than a roadblock. We unpack the deeper meaning beh…

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How to Stop Eating When Full (And Not Obsess About It!) 29:41

1M ago29:41

29:41

You know you're full. But there's still food on your plate ...and walking away feels impossible. Or maybe you put the leftovers away, but now they're calling to you from the fridge. This isn't about willpower. And it's not because you "love food too much." There's a specific reason this happens — and once you understand it, you can actually change …

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462 Your Holiday Anxiety Isn't About the Holidays 23:37

1M ago23:37

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In this episode, Kimberley breaks down why holiday anxiety feels so overwhelming and teaches you compassionate, practical strategies to help you move through the season with more ease, clarity, and self-kindness.

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5 Signs You Might Have Binge-Eating Disorder 4:22

1M ago4:22

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Binge eating disorder (BED) is the most common eating disorder, yet it’s often misunderstood. It’s not just about eating large amounts of food—it can also be about the loss of control, secrecy, and emotional aftermath that come with it. In today’s video, I’ll walk you through 5 signs of BED so you can better understand whether what you’re going thr…

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NMCS S2E20: The teenage brain and eating disorders 36:29

1M ago36:29

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In this episode, Jenny and Harriet discuss the topic of the teenage brain and eating disorders, one of the topical sessions that Jenny runs regularly. We'll be thinking through the biology of the brain and how understanding it can help us better understand a teen's eating disorder, and most importantly how understanding the teen brain can help us s…

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182. PCOS, Eating Disorders, and GLP-1's with Julie Duffy Dillon, MS, RDN, NCC, LDN, CEDS-C 1:00:38

1M ago1:00:38

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If you've ever wondered why PCOS feels so confusing, why the symptoms don't line up, why the advice is contradictory, why the solutions feel like guesswork, you're not imagining it. That's exactly why I brought back Julie Duffy Dillon, registered dietitian, author, and host of Find Your Food Voice, to cut through the noise. Julie has a rare way of …

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182. PCOS, Eating Disorders, and GLP-1's with Julie Duffy Dillon, MS, RDN, NCC, LDN, CEDS-C 1:00:38

1M ago1:00:38

1:00:38

If you've ever wondered why PCOS feels so confusing, why the symptoms don't line up, why the advice is contradictory, why the solutions feel like guesswork, you're not imagining it. That's exactly why I brought back Julie Duffy Dillon, registered dietitian, author, and host of Find Your Food Voice, to cut through the noise. Julie has a rare way of …

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461 How OCD Affects Relationships (And What Partners Need to Know) 45:04

1M ago45:04

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This episode breaks down how OCD can quietly strain relationships and teaches partners practical, compassionate strategies to communicate better, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect as a team.

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Food Addiction Recovery: Why Abstinence (Not Moderation) Changed Everything For Her | Heide Corse 36:08

2M ago36:08

36:08

In this episode, I sit down with Heide Corse—registered dietitian and food addict in recovery—to explore what it truly means to find peace and freedom from food obsession after decades of struggle. Here’s what we cover in the episode: • Heide’s realization that she was living with true food addiction—and why moderation never worked for her • The tu…

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181. What If I Relapse? Did I Fail? 18:06

2M ago18:06

18:06

Relapse isn't the end of recovery. It's part of it. There's this moment that happens for so many people in recovery, that sinking feeling when you realize some of those old patterns have crept back in. Maybe it's skipping a meal. Maybe it's the familiar swirl of guilt, shame, or perfectionism. Whatever form it takes, relapse can feel like you've fa…

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181. What If I Relapse? Did I Fail? 18:06

2M ago18:06

18:06

Relapse isn't the end of recovery. It's part of it. There's this moment that happens for so many people in recovery, that sinking feeling when you realize some of those old patterns have crept back in. Maybe it's skipping a meal. Maybe it's the familiar swirl of guilt, shame, or perfectionism. Whatever form it takes, relapse can feel like you've fa…

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460 Stop White Knuckling Your Anxiety (Do This Instead) 33:22

2M ago33:22

33:22

In this episode, we share how to stop "white-knuckling" your anxiety and instead use compassion, mindfulness, and gentle allowing to find lasting calm and confidence.

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It's Not a Willpower Problem - It's a Strategy Problem! 22:24

2M ago22:24

22:24

I know that sounds crazy when you've tried to stop eating the cookies a thousand times and failed every single time. But it was a hard lesson that I had to learn: The very approach we use to control our eating is what's making it uncontrollable. I just did a podcast interview with Lucia Tiffany (diabetes reversal expert) where I broke down exactly …

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Robyn S. 17:08

2M ago17:08

17:08

I Couldn't Diet AnymoreBy AEA

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When Your Mind Goes Blank: Overwhelm and Three Somatic Exercises to Come Back To Yourself 5:41

2M ago5:41

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Feeling overwhelmed is not a sign of weakness or over-sensitivity. It’s your body trying to protect you. In this episode, I guide you through three easy somatic exercises for overwhelm. Each one helps you regulate your nervous system and feel safe again. You’ll come home to your body and the support beneath you, so you can feel clearer and stronger…

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"I Lost My Body Signals! How Do I Get Them Back?" 18:52

2M ago18:52

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To eat when you're hungry and stop when you're full is one of the most natural things in the world. How can we come back home to this simple, peaceful way of eating? This episode is a really important piece of that puzzle. Listen now! --- Want to go deeper? Join my email list for weekly insights: katiepapo.com/resources Join my programs and practic…

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180. Will I Ever Feel Normal Around Food Again? 21:46

2M ago21:46

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Have you ever looked around and wondered how everyone else seems to have such an easy, peaceful relationship with food? They order what they want at restaurants, stop when they're full, and move on with their day. Meanwhile, you're stuck in your head, negotiating with yourself, worrying about how much you ate, or planning the next meal before you'v…

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180. Will I Ever Feel Normal Around Food Again? 21:46

2M ago21:46

21:46

Have you ever looked around and wondered how everyone else seems to have such an easy, peaceful relationship with food? They order what they want at restaurants, stop when they're full, and move on with their day. Meanwhile, you're stuck in your head, negotiating with yourself, worrying about how much you ate, or planning the next meal before you'v…

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459 Navigating OCD During Pregnancy: A Compassionate Guide (with Erin Jones) 44:35

2M ago44:35

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This episode unpacks how OCD shows up from conception through postpartum—and shares compassionate, evidence-based tools (especially ERP) to help you move from fear to values-based parenting.

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Self-Love & Body Acceptance with Mary from @maryscupofteaa 9:46

2M ago9:46

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Today I’m joined by the lovely Mary from Mary’s Cup of Tea—a voice of warmth and wisdom in the body image and self-love space. 00:00 - Welcome and Introduction 00:36 - What is something someone can do when they're having a bad body-image day? 02:51 - What is one physical or somatic way someone who does not like their body can start to get in touch …

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Why Certain Foods Feel Irresistible (& 3 Shifts to Change That) 49:03

2M ago49:03

49:03

I used to feel so weak around certain foods. Which ones are most triggering for you? For me it was anything sweet. Cookies, cupcakes, ice cream … all it took was ONE to open the floodgates. But it still continued to evolve over time. Then it became peanut butter. And pizza. And chips. It was like I could get addicted to anything. Even if none of my…

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179. Trauma and Eating Disorders with Giulia Suro, Ph.D., CEDS 36:35

2M ago36:35

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The holidays are a time of joy, connection, and celebration. But they can also stir up difficult emotions, memories, and patterns, especially if you've experienced trauma or struggled with disordered eating. In this episode, we're diving into the complex and often misunderstood relationship between eating disorders and trauma. Joining me for this p…

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179. Trauma and Eating Disorders with Giulia Suro, Ph.D., CEDS 36:35

2M ago36:35

36:35

The holidays are a time of joy, connection, and celebration. But they can also stir up difficult emotions, memories, and patterns, especially if you've experienced trauma or struggled with disordered eating. In this episode, we're diving into the complex and often misunderstood relationship between eating disorders and trauma. Joining me for this p…

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458 How to Handle Anxiety When You're Around Toxic People 30:46

2M ago30:46

30:46

In this episode, Kimberley Quinlan shares compassionate, practical tools to help you manage anxiety around "toxic" or triggering people—without losing your peace, your confidence, or your values.

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Why You Keep Losing Yourself in Love - Stop Repeating Old Relationship Patterns 4:20

3M ago4:20

4:20

Learn why early survival patterns repeat in love, and how to reconnect with your true self through somatic awareness. In this episode, Shelley Treacher explains how early survival patterns can quietly take over in relationships. Through the story of a woman who learned to find her voice after years of self-silencing, Shelley explores how somatic th…

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178. How to Quiet the Food Noise 19:19

2M ago19:19

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Have you ever felt like your mind just won't shut off about food? You're in a meeting, at school, or out with friends, and instead of focusing on what's in front of you, all you can think about is what you'll eat next, what you shouldn't have eaten, or what you'll allow yourself later. That constant mental chatter, what many call food noise, can be…

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178. How to Quiet the Food Noise 19:19

2M ago19:19

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Have you ever felt like your mind just won't shut off about food? You're in a meeting, at school, or out with friends, and instead of focusing on what's in front of you, all you can think about is what you'll eat next, what you shouldn't have eaten, or what you'll allow yourself later. That constant mental chatter, what many call food noise, can be…

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457 The Secret to Calming Climate Anxiety (Even When the News Feels Like Doom) with Sarah Jaquette Ray 54:28

2M ago54:28

54:28

This episode turns climate anxiety from paralyzing doom into doable, feel-good action by blending nervous-system care, compassionate mindset shifts, and practical, community-centered steps.

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177. What Does Treatment for an Eating Disorder Actually Look Like? 27:02

3M ago27:02

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When it comes to eating disorder treatment, one of the biggest questions people have is simple: What does it actually look like? The reality is that there's no single answer. Every person's story with food, body image, and recovery is unique, which means treatment has to be flexible, supportive, and tailored to the individual. Still, there are comm…

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177. What Does Treatment for an Eating Disorder Actually Look Like? 27:02

3M ago27:02

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When it comes to eating disorder treatment, one of the biggest questions people have is simple: What does it actually look like? The reality is that there's no single answer. Every person's story with food, body image, and recovery is unique, which means treatment has to be flexible, supportive, and tailored to the individual. Still, there are comm…