The rebound reveals the approach was too strict to sustain. Research by Polivy shows extreme restriction creates pressure that eventually releases — often explosively. Deprivation builds pressure; all-or-nothing thinking converts slips to binges; physiology fights back. A sustainable approach is one you can maintain indefinitely without building tension.
This companion covers why rebounds happen, the predictable pattern, breaking it, and finding your sustainable level. (3 min read)
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