Healing Hunger: Tricia Nelson's Journey Through Emotional Eating
I know myself when I'm emotionally eating, it means I'm numbing something I don't want to deal with life on life's terms.
Imagine battling a relentless obsession with food, only to discover that the real hunger lies within your emotions. In this episode of 'Grief Recovery Now', Charlene Gorzela chats with Tricia Nelson, an emotional eating expert who lost fifty pounds by confronting the root causes of her food addiction. Tricia’s story is one of resilience and transformation, offering hope to anyone struggling with emotional eating.
Tricia dives into her personal journey, sharing how she identified the difference between physical and emotional hunger. She opens up about the three primary emotions that often drive us to seek comfort in food, revealing how understanding these emotions can lead to healthier coping mechanisms. But it’s not just about recognizing the problem; Tricia provides practical tools to help manage stress and avoid turning to the kitchen for solace.
Charlene and Tricia also explore the deep connection between grief and emotional eating. They discuss how unresolved trauma and sugar addiction can exacerbate these behaviors, making recovery even more challenging. Yet, through initiatives like The Quick Sugar Challenge, Tricia offers actionable steps to break free from these patterns and heal your relationship with food. Whether you're dealing with grief or simply looking to understand your eating habits better, this episode is packed with valuable insights and compassionate advice.
Tune in to learn from Tricia’s expertise and find out how you can start your journey towards a healthier, happier you.