We Don't Talk About Gluttony Enough
About this episode
This episode explores the concept of gluttony beyond overeating, addressing overconsumption in various aspects of life and its impact on emotional well-being.
In this episode, I'm talking about something that almost nobody wants to touch: gluttony. And no, I'm not just talking about overeating. I'm talking about overconsumption in every form — food, social media, productivity, shopping, stimulation, achievement, validation, even "treat yourself" culture. Because the truth is, most people aren't actually struggling with a lack of discipline. They're struggling with emotional dysregulation, constant distraction, and an inability to sit still with themselves. We live in a culture that profits from our impulsivity and overstimulation. And for high-performing women especially, overconsumption often looks less like laziness… and more like perfectionism, overworking, emotional eating, chronic productivity, and tying your worth to performance. In this episode, I break down: What gluttony actually is (and the subtle modern version of it) Why our culture normalizes overconsumption The high-performer version of gluttony Emotional eating, overstimulation, and nervous system dysregulation Why achievement and productivity can quietly become idols The difference between comfort vs peace and fullness vs fulfillment What self-control and moderation…
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