Julie Simon on Healing Emotional Eating: A Path to Self-Love
It's not so much about condoning the behavior, but what it's really all about is self compassion, and it's about self acceptance, like I accept me right where I am Today and today I'm still using food, and so I accept that that's where I am now and I have compassion for myself with where I'm at.
Ever find yourself reaching for food when emotions run high? In this episode of 'The One You Feed', Eric Zimmer chats with Julie Simon, a seasoned psychotherapist and certified personal trainer. Julie brings over 30 years of experience to the table, helping people mend their relationship with food and their emotions. She's also the founder of a popular 12-week emotional eating recovery program in Los Angeles.
The conversation centers around her book, *When Food is Comfort: Nurture Yourself Mindfully, Rewire Your Brain and End Emotional Eating*. Julie dives deep into the root causes of emotional eating, emphasizing how difficulties in regulating emotions, moods, and behaviors can lead to overeating. She shares practical tips on how to become more attuned to your emotional needs and develop a kinder internal voice.
Julie also highlights the importance of self-acceptance and self-compassion, encouraging listeners to embrace their current situation with understanding. If you're looking for ways to soothe yourself without turning to food, this episode offers a treasure trove of insights. Tune in to discover how to nurture yourself mindfully and build a healthier relationship with food.