Our complicated relationship with food often stems from childhood, where being fed helped soothe our distress, creating deep connections between food and comfort that persist into adulthood. We explore the mindful approach to comfort eating, focusing on how to be present with both our food and feelings without judgment.
• Direct correlation between stress levels and comfort eating behaviors
• Distinction between mindless eating and mindful comfort
• Importance of naming feelings while also seeking appropriate comfort
• How curiosity without judgment can transform our relationship with food
• The power of engaging all five senses when eating comfort foods
• Moving from guilt to gratitude for food's capacity to soothe
• Using comfort eating as a signal to tune into underlying emotions
• Understanding that comfort food and nutritious food serve different purposes
Take time to slow down while eating, engage your senses, and be curious about what's underneath your cravings – this practice can transform your relationship with food and help you better understand your emotional needs.
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Closing Music by Aleksandr Karabanov from Pixabay
Thank you for listening,
much metta,
Dr G
