Anatomy of An Emotional Eater & How to Heal It with Tricia Nelson

Just in time for the holidays, Alison brings you a candid conversation with Tricia Nelson, delving into the complexities of emotional eating. Tricia shares her personal experiences with binge eating and the emotional ties that lead many individuals to use food as a coping mechanism for stress and unresolved issues.They explore the PEP test—Painkiller, Escape, and Punishment—as a tool to help listeners identify their motivations for eating. Tricia emphasizes the importance of internal healing and self-awareness over restrictive diets, discussing how personal traits like people-pleasing can influence eating patterns.She provides actionable tips for establishing a morning self-care routine, fostering emotional resilience, and ultimately creating a healthier relationship with food. This episode offers valuable insights and strategies for overcoming the emotional cycles tied to eating.HIGHLIGHTS:3:15 Journey of Healing5:38 The Challenge of Commitment6:53 Understanding Your "Until"9:32 The Role of Food in Emotions10:59 Introducing the PEP Test16:25 The Anatomy of Emotional Eating19:26 The Living Problem vs. Eating Problem23:33 Tips for Easy Winsconnect with Tricia:website: https://healyourhunger.comSPONSOR:Cellev8Discount code: THEALISONK2024 ALISON'S LINKS:Website | Facebook | Twitter | InstagramGET MY FREE 4 part Pop-up Podcast SeriesJOIN Borderless Hybrid Innovators FB GroupINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness and Self-Care Revolution