Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Emotional Eating: Making Peace with Food
Emotional Eating: Making Peace with Food
Emotional Eating: Making Peace with Food
Saturday 19th November 2016
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes shares tools to address emotional eating and develop healthier habits in the Counselor Toolbox Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Making Peace with Food: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes on Overcoming Emotional Eating
Diets won't work if your eating habits are hijacked by emotions.
Ever find yourself reaching for a snack when you're stressed, sad, or just plain bored? In this episode of the Counselor Toolbox Podcast, Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes dives into the tricky world of emotional eating. She understands that millions of people struggle with this issue, often feeling trapped in a cycle of diets that just don't work. Dr.
Snipes gets to the heart of the matter by exploring why our emotions hijack our eating habits and offers practical tools to regain control. One of her key strategies is keeping a food journal. By jotting down what you eat and how you feel, you can start to spot patterns and triggers. But it's not just about the emotional side; Dr.
Snipes also talks about physical factors like sleep and stimulants that can play a big role in our eating habits. Simple changes like getting enough rest can make a huge difference. Dr. Snipes doesn't stop there. She suggests using journaling and meditation as ways to manage emotional urges to eat when you're not hungry. She also advises against buying comfort foods and pre-packaged snacks, recommending instead to plan ahead, especially for challenging situations like holiday parties.
Breaking bad habits is never easy, but Dr. Snipes reminds us that with time and effort, we can develop healthier coping skills and ultimately lead happier lives. If emotional eating is something you struggle with, this episode offers valuable insights and practical steps to help you make peace with food.