In this episode, I unpack the question, "How do I stop boredom eating"? I explore why it occurs and how it is often misjudged in society and introduce the idea that eating when bored is normal behaviour. The conversation covers awareness of eating habits, the importance of self-care, filling the dopamine bucket with alternative activities, and the concept of urge surfing to manage cravings. 30 things you can do other than use food. 

Takeaways

• Eating when you're bored is entirely normal and okay.
• Boredom eating is often misjudged by society.
• Awareness of eating habits is the first step to change.
• Self-care is crucial in managing boredom eating.
• Food can be a quick source of comfort and dopamine.
• Explore alternative activities to fill your dopamine bucket.
• Urge surfing allows for mindful responses to cravings.
• Reframing thoughts about food can reduce guilt and shame.
• Regular meals can help prevent boredom eating.
• It's important to normalize the use of food for comfort.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of Boredom Eating

01:55 Understanding Boredom Eating: The Normalcy of the Behavior

06:42 Steps to Reduce Boredom Eating: Awareness and Self-Care

10:53 Filling the Dopamine Bucket: Alternatives to Food

13:25 Urge Surfing: Responding to Cravings Mindfully

16:37 Reframing Boredom Eating: Acceptance and Normalization

18:45 Recap and Additional Resources

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