Emotional Eating: What if Weight Loss Isn't about the Food? | Tricia Nelson | TEDxWestMonroe

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Conventional wisdom suggests if you eat less and exercise more, you’ll lose weight. But that’s not so easy for those that struggle with emotional eating. Tricia Nelson describes how she lost 50 pounds by getting off the diet rollercoaster ride, looking beyond the symptoms of food and weight and healing her emotional relationship with food instead. She’s spent the past several decades helping people lose weight without dieting through her process that she outlines in her book, Heal Your Hunger, 7 Simple Steps to End Emotional Eating Now and her popular podcast, The Heal Your Hunger Show. Tricia Nelson lost fifty pounds by identifying and healing the underlying causes of her emotional eating and sugar addiction. Tricia has spent over thirty years researching the hidden causes of the addictive personality. Tricia is an Emotional Eating Expert, founder of HealYourHunger.com and author of the #1 bestselling book, Heal Your Hunger, 7 Simple Steps to End Emotional Eating Now. Tricia is the host of the popular podcast, The Heal Your Hunger Show and has been a highly regarded guest speaker on more than 100 popular podcasts. Tricia has been featured on NBC, CBS, KTLA, FOX, The List and Discovery Health. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

[@Iambuckandrews]

"Eating was how I coped with life" this resonated with me big time.

[@thenelsoncenter]

Thank you for sharing! :)

[@xavierilorenzo]

Yes, it's a sad reality for many people

[@blanchebosdet]

I hope now you're finding better ways

[@ruthhorowitz7625]

Emotional eating is a form of self harm like cutting. Why isn't this in mainstream media.

[@thevictorfirsov]

So many people have unhealthy relationships with food, it's not just the ladies. Hopefully men will start having the courage to talk about it too

[@darrellrussell7259]

I believe that around 70% of people have a problem with their food

[@kenoxfps8598]

as much as we need food , it can also be dangerous for us

[@kenanxo7384]

Sometime jsut by organizing your food you can change your habbits

[@TRIGO_ALLINE]

I feel like men have a bigger problem wiht food disorderes

[@dunstanbondura3363]

some times weight can be emotionally connected

[@just-4-meImworthit]

It's definitely not about the food - just like any addiction isn't actually about the substance. We are all just here self medicating in hopes of feeling something, anything, that gives us a moment of joy. There's so much more to life than instant gratification. Great talk Tricia.

[@thenelsoncenter]

Thank you!

[@janicebyron2155]

Omg this is so right on. I relate to everything you are saying. Thank you so much for the understanding of why we eat. The acronym pep is so helpful. Love your talk. Thank you Tricia ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

[@just-4-meImworthit]

@@thenelsoncenter Thank you for the real talk!

[@thenelsoncenter]

@@janicebyron2155 Thank you so much for watching. Feel free to reach out if I can be of support.

[@elizabethcoyote9939]

I am going to watch this a few more times! The part about taking the tiger (or lion?) out of the cage to give it a snack hoping not to get mauled in the process really illustrated how hard it is for an emotional eater to face down food each day without falling into self-medicating for pain, escape, or punishment.

[@evie-c]

Laughed when Tricia said she hoped she'd get a disease and lose weight without dieting. I hoped to catch a tape worm that would let me eat and eat and get thinner.

[@magankahle]

Me to girl!

[@latashas.480]

I said this last week 🥴

[@robinluich6626]

If I'm anxious I eat,nervous I eat, sad I eat, excited I eat.

[@kendrasroom]

Food can be such an easy way to comfort, especially if it's been a part of your cultural upbringing there are so many inbuilt positive responses. It's when food becomes the only thing that comforts us that it's a problem

[@mattiesanders5102]

that is a big problem in my opinion

[@lidiamervis6252]

I feel as if people only know how to find comfort in the food

[@TRIGO_ALLINE]

Food should never be a comfort zone, it is not a healthy thing to do

[@Benjamin-yh9mr]

The biggest problem is when the food is sweets...

[@oralladucayne8008]

I feel like it is not all about the food at times

[@blusky7]

That's true. Often the over-eaters are overdoers and people pleasers. They tire themselves every time and got to release their emotions through something that they think will not bother other people, that is food. Thanks Tricia for the great talk! Will try to slow down and manage my stress level, and to learn to say no when my plate is full.

[@thenelsoncenter]

YES!! It's so important to take action so you can finally live in freedom! Reach out if you need additional support. :)

[@nycprincess8851]

So true 😭

[@granmabecker]

I've been watching a bunch of these videos lately and more and more these are illustrating the links between people-pleasing, burnout, depression, addiction and low self-esteem. thanks for the great talk!

[@gabrieldmateo]

thats cool..

[@mjthemountainslayer7031]

Its eye opening!

[@Jerome_111]

For me the link between all of these things was trauma

[@missinterpretation4984]

Did you have to spell out my entire personality? 😂🤦‍♀️

[@marierosko]

Oh wow, yes, you're right, those are definitely main themes

[@userrr703]

i cried so hard watching this bc i related to every single word she said. hope i'll also get better.

[@thenelsoncenter]

Thank you. There is hope. Sending hugs!

[@userrr703]

@@thenelsoncenter ❤️❤️❤️❤️ thanks

[@AlinaTowers]

“Emotional eating is one of the hardest of the addictive habits to break… because we HAVE to eat!” Man, yes!!! This has so frustrated me! When I realized I was punishing myself with food, I knew I had an eating disorder and I needed to deal with the emotional issues and anger. I’m dealing with it, but I sure could use a community!!!

[@suzannedunning8699]

Let me know if you find a community to discuss it with Alina- I feel the same way

[@thenelsoncenter]

Hi Alina: I have a Facebook group you can join: The Secret Sauce to End Emotional Eating, and beyond that, I offer courses that include communities with other emotional eaters that are on a healing path. No one can do this alone, so I hope you'll join us.

[@babyblue0731]

@alina OA is a great fellowship that addresses compulsive eating as well as all other forms of disordered eating. there are meetings daily all over the county (and the world) that meet in person and online which you can find on their website

[@mariem.6042]

@@babyblue0731that’s interesting. Could you please share what OA stands for? Can’t find anything.

[@simplyrooted93]

It would be great to have an online community. I'm from Namibia and we dont have that here...

[@selitudenow]

Can we also talk about neuro-divergent people who binge eat and love high sugar high carb foods because they're constantly looking for a dopamine hit?

[@trisheast6453]

Very enthusiastic about this idea.

[@thenelsoncenter]

YES! 100%

[@swiftie_13k]

I saw this video just after I felt horrible after bingeing , 2 days in a row, and this has really given me motivation to find my way out of this binge cycle. I hope we can all work through this together:)

[@parisjoy7875]

How’s it going for you?

[@Yartarb]

The timing of this video in my life is to perfect. My lack of control with emotional eating is of the rails right now. Really speaks to me. Thank you for this.

[@Montaged]

I relate to this so much. I’m praying that you find ways to get more control and be happier

[@angelmarie1111]

You're not alone. 💞 Emotional eating controlled my life before I met Tricia as well. There is peace and freedom, it does exist. I hope you reach out to Tricia for support, I know she can help anyone going through this. 💖

[@thoughtfulpro371]

Check out Overeaters Anonymous. It’s filled with thin people who can stop overeating, there are all kinds of people there. Emotional eating doesn’t require more “control” to heal. Wishing everyone freedom. 💙

[@angelmarie1111]

@@thoughtfulpro371 Are you implying that you think Tricia teaches control? If so, you couldn't be farther from the truth. OA may be great for some, but Tricia dives in so much deeper than that and teaches the tools necessary for true and total healing. Also, just because someone is thin and not overeating doesn't mean they're healthy, healed, or free; that's a dangerous implication and thought process. What Tricia teaches is true healing from our deepest core. Tricia has shown me and many others what true peace and freedom within this condition is and she lives it every day so she understands. Because of Tricia, I do have freedom. She has saved not only my life, but also so many others. I'm so beyond grateful for her and her being brave enough to utilize her struggles to help others.

[@dianemcq64]

I saw another TED Talk by hypnotherapist Danna Pycher last year and ordered her Food Freedom program…worked for me from Day 1…solving a 43 year food issue. This is another great talk!

[@tharanganakasthuri2474]

snacking is a addiction , even it is healthy nuts in large quantities . Like this talk . One of the best.

[@samanthakatzalay]

I enjoy having a squishy middle. I once read that empathetic people tend to be more heavy set, it said so that they had some extra cushioning for all the feels but I now reckon it's because they go for the instant gratification and emotional eating to take the edge off all those feels.

[@gordonharper2961]

So perfect for me. I'm over 100 days sober and I'm also struggling with emotional eating. So many emotions to deal with at once. Thank you 🙏

[@ajbsrf9598]

Be proud of yourself for the accomplishment you have made being sober. As you deal with the demons that caused your addiction in the first place, the emotions will lesson and you will gain skills to help you cope with the emotional eating. Be gentle with yourself and give yourself some compassion. In

[@XSlimSxadyX]

Good luck Gordon ❤

[@mjthemountainslayer7031]

Wow! Congrats on your sobriety. One day at a time

[@jenmatt1923]

Congrats! Keep going. It gets easier.

[@AMS2670]

Congratulations on your sobriety 💪

[@ma-T-oxic]

Growing up I had grandmothers and aunts who showed their love by making my favourite foods. So the connection was made....food = love. Love = food!!

[@phillipborup646]

When I addressed my emotional eating after following Tricia's PEP test, I made progress with weight loss like never before in my life. Thank you for doing this talk and for your passion to help others improve their relationship with food. You are an amazing woman!

[@Montaged]

… it’s so weird that I’ve watched so many weight loss videos in my life, but that story she told and the way she talked about this was just way too similar to my own experiences. Part of me is just hoping that this will stick with me

[@angelmarie1111]

I felt the same way the first time I met Tricia! 💞 I felt like someone FINALLY understood what has been my core issue for decades, so I truly feel where you're coming from. 💖 I hope you reach out to Tricia, she has helped so many and can help you too. Have a great day! 😁

[@beatamichalska6220]

The same

[@Diana__Simion]

Set a reminder to watch this once a week or at least once a month

[@fatalisnox5344]

Come back to this yt clip and make sure to become the best version of yourself. I know you can do it!

[@Montaged]

Came back to watch this video for the first time in a while. I relearned a lot of things I had forgotten. I now am recognizing the added stress I have put in my life. I’m going to try to avoid that in the future when I’m agreeing to things. Thanks for the reminders that got me to rewatch this video

[@mindfulmeditationsforall]

Tricia, you hit the nail on the head. It's not about finding the perfect diet. It's about addressing the underlying emotional issues and building a healthier relationship with food.

[@fantastic.shoppingaddict]

Her realization about the connection between her emotions and overeating resonates deeply

[@gazioktay441]

Getting support from a community of people who understand what you're dealing with is so important. I think Tricia's suggestion to seek help and connect with others who understand the struggle is incredibly helpful.

[@emmashubert]

You would never have thought she went through this!

[@realdelilahjones]

Your belief in finding a peaceful and self-caring relationship with food is inspiring!

[@PineappleStrum]

Yes it's nice! Easy to believe in it once you've achieved it.

[@theresarives]

3:45 That tension she explains that you feel physically in your gut, oh my goodness I have felt that. And then the utter relief that physically flushes through me with that first mouthful of that comfort food. My goodness, it is so har dot know how to ever overcome that.

[@br8979]

Great talk. It's good to hear that there are people out there who understand the reasons behind the over-eating and don't just tell you to stop, not knowing what's behind it or how hard it is to stop. People should try to have more compassion for other people's issues even if those things are easy for themselves. Everyone is different and has their own problems and capabilities.

[@phillipnorris3rd]

very true, kindness goes much further than judgement

[@gordonharper2961]

Interesting topic, really. I agree with your statement. They need to see a bigger picture of everything and life.

[@br8979]

@@gordonharper2961 That would be nice. Well done for 100 days of sobriety btw, that's a great achievement 💪🏻 All the best!

[@br8979]

@PaggW3lly You are missing the point

[@br8979]

@Gabriel Gaming You are missing the point

[@margrose5]

Intermittent fasting has been a godsend for me. It has allowed me to lose and keep weight off. It’s been life changing. Having said that, I still struggle (some days more than others) with food during my eating window. It’s not so much about weight loss anymore, but it is still about binging, craving, shame, etc. Not all binge/emotional eaters are overweight.

[@meganpitt]

What hours do you do for intermittent fasting?

[@margrose5]

@@meganpittFor the first couple years, I fasted 18 hours, leaving an eating window of 6 hours. I still usually do that but sometimes shorten the fasting period to 16 or 14. I try to keep protein high, about 100 grams a day.

[@clairelouise335]

I can recognise so much of myself. Eating ice cream, chocolate, popcorn etc until I feel so full and bloated I vow never to do it again, but I always do. Plus the uncomfortable emotions that arise when I am trying to stick to a diet. Really interesting and eye opening talk, thank you.

[@alishacarlson4415]

Awareness of what’s going on is such a gift and the springboard for change! You’re on the right track. Don’t hesitate to reach out to get help if you need/ want it!

[@NoahForSure]

It's refreshing to hear that she found a different path to address her weight loss problems. Maybe there's hope for the rest of us too!

[@TheWisdomOfTheAges_PsyM_Revd]

Overworking and emotional eating goes hand in hand, this is resonating with me big time.

[@kanejsloane]

Definitely Tricia, and it's also really scary to think about the fact that even if you do get thin, you're still the same person in your brain.

[@shazanakhan9807]

I have emotional eating with stress and anxiety. I have a urge to eat, when my level of stress is high. Then i feel sick, guilty. Try to balance my calories but end of the binge i had 2500cal. The next day i try to exercise. Ive been battling this demon since i was 8. Today at mid 30s, ive lost 47kg, 5kg away from my GW. Still i binge eat, i strength train, cardio. I guess i cant cope with stress and hurtful situations. A vacation or treating myself to clothes doesnt help. We all deal with stress differently I like to eat. I guess this is how id be untill i die.

[@MyOwnBookpad]

I don't think it has to be that way until you die. Have you sought therapy or looked into better coping mechanisms for stress? Could be helpful!

[@shazanakhan9807]

@@MyOwnBookpad cbt doesn't help recalling all the past and failures just embarks on more emotional eating. I do try going for walks, listen to music it helps alil

[@jamieandrick6541]

There is nothing wrong with eating 2500 calories, what makes up those calories is what matters. look up reverse dieting, look up Mindpump on KZbin.. I went from a size 14 down to a size 3, and it wasn't from lowering my calories. I didn't even count them.

[@natashaislier]

What alarming rates of weight regain after diets... Wow... Her emphasis on addressing emotional coping mechanisms aligns with scientific research that suggests emotional well-being plays a significant role in sustainable weight loss. It's refreshing to see a focus on self-care rather than quick-fix diets.

[@ryderjames989]

1.25 speed, thank me later

[@ClarissaX10]

Even 1.5 is good 😊

[@Tpartee3]

I’m southern so she’s speaking at the right pace and tone😂

[@eskedardejene1107]

😂

[@chezarctica7386]

Sounds just fine to me.

[@ndzalamamayimele5925]

It sounds normal, It doesn't even sound like I sped it up😭

[@Joi-os6lq]

I am an emotional eater. I am everything that you described. It's definitely what's eating me.

[@annemery885]

So many don't even realise that Emotional Eating is very much an ED. It's so tough know when or how to go about doing better so I really appreciate what Tricia is doing here. Sharing! Thank you!

[@AlinaTowers]

I have come to believe it’s an eating disorder for me. I maintain enough self-control not to get overweight, but I feel crazy about food. Obsessive, I can’t find the balance! I don’t know if you could say I binge-I graze and never feel satisfied, but usually do it on foods that are healthy. Still, I can’t feel grossly full and not feel satisfied. Junk food is more satisfying, but still not completely. When I withhold myself from stuff I shouldn’t eat, or decrease portions, I feel so sad, literally depressed. I get angry at myself when I overeat and see the results, but then there’s a self-destructive element that comes in, and I think I self-harm with food. The good news is I’m working through my emotions and already seeing the result in my appetite. Praise God!

[@thenelsoncenter]

@@AlinaTowers Praise God indeed! Please reach out if I can support you in any way.

[@thenelsoncenter]

Yes, there are so many forms of disordered eating...and whatever form it takes, we are using food to mitigate our emotions. Thanks so much for watching, and chiming in! :)

[@thetruemindfulmeditator]

Tricia's honesty about her struggles with weight and emotional eating is inspiring. It takes courage to share such personal experiences.

[@caidendrew]

It does, yes, especially in a way that isn't preachy or conceited

[@aprilhetrick1327]

Reminder to take this with a grain of salt: Some people deal with their emotions by eating more, but others may handle them by eating less. There are two sides of the coin. Neither are healthy.

[@oilverdennison]

This is so true, I lived through this in my teen years, I wish I could have seen this talk then, my life would be so different now!

[@TinasWomenSelfLove]

I used to ignor my emotional side relationship with food, now i am learning to deal with my relationship with food. I used to love to please people and my mom my dad, and I always make myself busy not making time for myself to eat properly, and food used to be the only way for myself to reward myself.

[@hairypoppins294]

It's fascinating how she identified the painkiller, escape, and punishment aspects of her eating habits. This introspection highlights the need for a holistic approach to weight loss that addresses emotional well-being alongside dietary changes.

[@RobinNielsengrowyounger]

What I love about Tricia's message is that she has lived this, and healed this...and because of her incredible journey, she has changed and improved thousands of lives with her passion for healing emotional eating across the globe. Thank you Tricia for your passion and support. We need you.

[@HolisticVisionCoach]

I realized i was an emotional eater when I first read Tricia's book and it changed how I approached food completely. Thank you Tricia for your tireless work and great talk!

[@inaschultz1431]

Community is so critical. I do not know of any person who progresses towards goals or maintains health and wellness goals WITHOUT a community of others who have lived their experience and can lead the way in progress along with accountability.

[@suebakernottly]

very true

[@f.c.illslick1488]

My whole family suffers with ED and I know that the guilt that comes from this behaviour is what triggers many of us. Thank you for this Tricia.

[@thenelsoncenter]

Oh, thank you so much for watching and sharing! it's such a tough condition to experience.

[@saleisalovic]

I’ve been learning about different kinds of hunger, like emotional hunger and stress hunger, but also mouth hunger and stomach hunger. There is little understanding of the different functions of food because we have come from a dangerous social commentary of ‘skinny= successful’. Changing your relationship with food and addressing what you and your body needs is powerful.

[@joyceslp]

Essentially, people binge eat to reduce their neagtive feelings, sadness, guilt, boredom, disappointment etc., However, after emotional eating they feel even worse and then it's become a vicious cycle. Changing habits/behaviours is about changing what you believe. Jame Clear, the author of Atomic Habits says the key is to change your identity. The end goal might be to lose weight or to be healthy. To achieve that goal, you need to form this identity that you are person who eats healthy food and lives a healthy lifestyle. How and what to do is the next step. No matter how much self-care we do, negative feelings are unavoidable in life. Next time you're sad what are you planning to do? I think writing a list of things you can do when you're sad bored tired disappointed guilty now will help you avoid turn to food next time. When you realised you've got other choices, it'll be a different situation.

[@pamelamagerle6055]

I so appreciate Tricia’s sharing of her journey and her commitment to help others with emotional eating. She’s been there in the weeds! She really understands the struggle AND the healing journey.

[@cruznow]

I've literally had all those thoughts that she describes at the beginning of her talk.

[@jenknaebel5893]

Very good talk! She hits so many key points, but don't forget that if your body is hungry, it will compel you to binge. We have to eat enough calories in the first place to prevent binging! Once that's established, you can address the emotional side.

[@jaymoneyDollaHolla]

It's crazy to think about how much your emotions can affect!

[@maureenbrown7065]

Oh my the first three minutes were literally echoes of my life and self-dialogue.

[@mydogbudisthebest]

This is truth, I have been there unable to fill the void, thank you Tricia

[@josephandris6148]

I love seeing ads about exercise as i'm driving to figure out the patterns of my emotional eating!!

[@theoriginaltedtok]

I'm glad this popped up in my suggested videos today! Made me rethink addiction in general and why we do the things that we do

[@leodancingsanders]

While food addiction may not be the worst addiction, it's still important to recognize its impact on physical and mental health. It's crucial to seek help and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

[@icekunggamer]

While food can be a source of enjoyment, it's really important to consider the nutritional value and impact on overall health. I think as a society we've really lost focus on what the purpose of food is.

[@faisalshaob]

Sending this to my sister, she needs to hear this talk and get control of her life again.

[@heatherburgett-visibilityb9772]

Such incredible insight & loving the PEP test! So easy to remember. Really a great talk. The stories and visuals were so powerful. Thanks for sharing your vulnerable story and wisdom.

[@movievaudeville]

I like this a lot. I know that EE is something I do, or have done. Tricia Nelson's work aligns with what I've learned and am practicing now. I finally threw out the diet mentality about 9 months ago, which is saying something since I've been on that roller coaster for more than 50 years. What's started working for me is a blend of several things: learning the principles of Intuitive Eating, which I discovered while researching motivation, which led me to Self-Determination Theory and then to I.E.; understanding the biological processes which get triggered by caloric reduction (the body's famine state response) and how that works to tank quick and sustained weight loss efforts and why I should chill about losing weight, but rather focus on healing; and now, addressing my emotional eating which has two parts: learning every day coping strategies as Tricia outlines, AND getting help to heal from trauma since many studies have shown folks with addiction issues are very often trauma survivors, as I am. It's so great to see all the work being done, and I wish that older members of my family had known of this way back when.

[@alice-jayne]

love this approach to weight loss, it's not just about dieting but healing the emotional relationship with food.

[@sarahclark6554]

such an impactful vulnerable talk on emotional eating.

[@3leftfeet]

What a great talk. Adding to favorites for when I need a boost

[@ermacohen]

In my years of wisdom I have recognised when I'm feeling my best weight, I like to celebrate. And then I get back on track. I've come to realise acceptance each day works best for me.

[@andidemarino5979]

Tricia, thank you for your authenticity, wisdom, and unique approach to healing from emotional eating. I tried to beat this condition, which robbed me of so much joy, for most of my life. I'm so grateful I stumbled upon your podcasts and later your program.

[@damianreed1959]

This is a really lovely talk Tricia, thank you and congratulations on overcoming those yucky emotions!

[@marianaattentio]

I appreciate your honesty and openness in discussing the struggles of binge eating and the shame that accompanies it.

[@maradoez]

This is the Ted talk I did not know I needed! Literally in tears watching this because it was so on point. Thank you 🙏

[@thenelsoncenter]

So glad you watched. Sending you many blessings. Please reach out if you need support. xo

[@lizyvuen]

The idea of nourishing our souls through connection and community is beautiful. It reminds us of the importance of support and accountability in our journeys.

[@the-cookie_monster]

11:04. This! This took a lot for me to accept and understand.

[@markovka7737]

found Tricia Nelson's insights on the impact of emotional eating on weight loss to be both eye-opening and empowering. By recognizing the emotional triggers that lead us to overeat, we can start to unravel the complex patterns and develop alternative strategies for dealing with our emotions. This talk serves as a reminder that sustainable weight loss requires a comprehensive approach that encompasses both physical and emotional well-being.

[@stratulatlucian8064]

Hence the words "comfort food" and binging watching. They go so well together.

[@Flipping50TV]

So many of my community members resonate with this. @flipping50tv ! Thank you for the work you do, Tricia!

[@ruperttheprince]

I've been on a diet rollercoaster for years and it's so refreshing to hear a different perspective on weight loss. Thank you for sharing your story and insights.

[@conradthelegendwhite]

It's fascinating how our emotions can be so intertwined with our eating habits, and I can see how trying to understand the root causes/developing healthier coping mechanisms for those reasons would be the key to breaking that cycle.

[@beatamichalska6220]

Amazing speech. Thank you. I wish I could do it myself

[@RitaHovakimian]

Thank you Tricia for helping us find our way to freedom from emotional eating! Bless you. xo

[@duckydoda]

As a nutritionist, I understand the challenges of emotional eating and its impact on overall health. It's important to recognize that our relationship with food is complex, influenced by both physiological and emotional factors. While it's crucial to focus on nourishing our bodies with balanced and nutritious meals, addressing the underlying emotional triggers is equally important. Finding healthier coping mechanisms and developing a positive relationship with food can lead to sustainable weight management and improved well-being.

[@DollThrone]

The anatomy of the emotional eater resonates deeply. It's eye-opening to recognize how habits like people-pleasing contribute to emotional eating.

[@Fac725]

Excellent. Thank you 🙏

[@hirominakahara2285]

Love this talk. Great understanding of emotional eating.

[@lucy-diamonds]

This is wonderfully real and valuable. With bright eyes and a smile, she shares and encourages with reality as it is. No excuses, empowering others to take care of themselves not judge themselves. From experience I know change is challenging because the habits and patterns are hardwired. Each day I have to ask myself what will I say, do or think differently. I have that choice and some days are more challenging than others. I don't like to use the word "hard" because it creates a barrier and doesn't offer me movement.

[@mayyang8350]

Excellent talk! It is an eye opener for me.

[@gabrieldmateo]

really interesting! it's so useful to hear different perspectives on this.

[@wellbodisalone]

This was an eye-opening speech. She made some good points on emotional eating.

[@tyeziika]

The change in perspective you experienced is powerful. Shifting the focus from what unhealthy foods do to you, to understanding what they do for you, is a game-changer.

[@murphy81775]

Thank you for this.

[@activateyourqueen]

Thank you so much for this! All that you have stated is very true. Thank you!

[@georgemanu]

Your message of finding peace and self-care beyond food is powerful... It reminds us to look deeper within ourselves for solutions and nourishment.

[@kiriavatar123]

I feel sad all the time and a moment where I feel joy is when I get to eat chicken wings, burgers and chips. She's so relatable. I literally have been through all these back and forth with food as she described

[@thenelsoncenter]

Sending blessings. Please reach out if you need support.

[@kiriavatar123]

@@thenelsoncenter thank you so much Tricia 💖🙏🏽 what is the best way to reach out?

[@lizziebkennedy7505]

I totally relate to this.

[@aysenurgurdal6955]

we can talk if you want to.

[@simaobitencourt]

This is a great talk Tricia, thank you for sharing your experiences, especially the ones that might feel a bit embarrassing or shameful. I think everyone has them and hearing someone else talk about it is really refreshing and validating.

[@valeriehlavigne]

I think there's also a huge impact that our culture makes to our eating habits... if you come from a family that always gathers around food, it's hard to not associate food with comfort and joyful family time.

[@glorianicol2050]

I find if I am tired I will overeat or binge to stay awake, instead of taking a nap 😴

[@randomthought1556]

Great talk Tricia, glad you were able to identify those emotions in yourself and create a way of checking in on yourself that you can share with everyone.

[@msdixieblues]

Really needed to see this today. Thank you.

[@tinycockcroft]

This is so true, I do this!

[@a.c.daniel3173]

Thank you for this 🙏❤️

[@silviacaldelas186]

Excellent 👍 I was the perfect emotional eating example ! I was so many hears with nutricional disorders... Believe me ! every person can manage that big issue and is everything truth what Tricia is saying to us! Isn't food is our attitude before life and how challenging could be getting ourselfes emotions organized and processed ! Thanks 🙏

[@cathyellis767]

EXCELLENT ADVICE!!