The Revenge Fast Blunder

Think skipping meals will help you take control of your body and finally lose the weight? Find yourself spiraling into extremes—cutting out food, then overeating again? Ever decide to fast out of punishment, not purpose? You may have fallen into the trap of the revenge fast. It’s a cycle of shame and desperation disguised as discipline. And while it feels like you’re taking charge, it’s actually costing you your health—physically, mentally, and spiritually. I’ve been there. I’ve let frustration with my body turn into punishment with food. In this episode, I’m unpacking the moment I realized my “reset” was really just revenge—and how I turned it around. Because true healing isn’t about control. It’s about compassion. It’s about listening to your body, not lashing out at it. If you’re stuck in a cycle of shame and want to break free for good, it’s time for a different kind of reset—the kind that heals, not harms. Join the waitlist for my Healthy Me Reset. A small group is starting soon at www.emilyvinzantmd.com. Let’s walk this journey together.