Emotional Eating Unwrapped

Managing Holiday Stress and Emotional Eating: Setting Boundaries and Safe Food Strategies


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In this episode, Alana and Kassi delve into the complicated landscape of emotional eating, particularly during the holiday season. They emphasize the importance of developing inner strength and setting firm boundaries to navigate the season's social and emotional triggers. Alana offers practical advice on self-care practices such as love, compassion, and support, encouraging listeners to prepare for potential holiday stressors. The duo discuss the significance of maintaining a balanced mindset, rejecting perfectionism, and embracing consistent, moderate habits. Listen in for tools to enjoy the holidays without falling into the traps of emotional eating, ultimately fostering a healthy, mindful relationship with food.

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Takeaways

  • The holidays can trigger anxiety and stress around food.

  • Using food to avoid uncomfortable situations is common.

  • It's important to acknowledge feelings before the holidays.

  • Setting boundaries around food is crucial for emotional well-being.

  • Building inner strength takes consistent practice and support.

  • Neutrality in eating helps prevent feelings of deprivation.

  • Chapters

    00:00 Navigating Holiday Eating and Emotional Sensitivity

    03:05 Avoidance Tactics and Emotional Eating

    05:58 Setting Boundaries and Bringing Your Own Food

    08:59 Building Inner Strength and Consistency

    11:52 The Importance of Neutrality in Eating

    14:59 Communicating Boundaries with Others
    18:01 Embracing Imperfection and the Gray Are

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