Healing Comfort Eating: Shelley Treacher on Childhood Conditioning
When you find the safety in yourself, you will then find it in and with others. Remaining emotionally connected with yourself or with anybody else is key and the thing that we don't do when we're in defensive mode.
Ever wondered why you reach for that tub of ice cream when you're feeling down? In this episode of 'Underground Confidence Recovery', Shelley Treacher digs deep into how our upbringing can shape comfort eating habits. Shelley, a BACP Accredited Somatic Psychotherapist, explains that the discomfort we feel today often stems from past relationships and early conditioning. She breaks down the complex cycle of emotional eating, making it easier to understand and manage.
Shelley offers practical advice on how to start healing these deep-seated habits. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing our emotional triggers and learning to build an 'observer' within ourselves. The episode also touches on the benefits of therapy and group sessions, highlighting how co-regulation and emotional connections can aid in recovery. If you're tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of comfort eating and want to understand the roots of your discomfort, this episode is a must-listen.
Shelley's compassionate approach provides a safe space to explore these issues and offers actionable steps towards healing.