Understanding emotional eating

Eating in response to emotions is common, and food is allowed to comfort you. When you recognise the patterns, you can also find other ways of dealing with your feelings.

You will need

• A kind attitude towards yourself
• A notebook

Steps

1. Notice the situation

   When you feel like eating, pause for a moment and ask yourself whether it is hunger or a feeling.

2. Name the feeling

3. Look for alternatives

4. Eat regularly

5. Enjoy without guilt

6. Get support

7. Build good moments into your day

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