Ep. 32: How to Recognize and Heal the Emotion-Food Connection

Emotional eating is something that many of us struggle with often.  There is a comfort aspect to food that originates when we are babies and often continues throughout life.We also might struggle to recognize, validate or feel our emotions - and turn to things like food to provide the comfort, protection or distraction that we want.We might use food to cope with stress or turn to binge eating to try to cover up other things that we don't want to face.Dr. Nina Savelle-Rocklin joins me on this episode to share why these things happen.  Where does the link between food and emotions come from and what can we do to change our patterns?Whether you've dealt with binge eating - or you simply know that sometimes food is your comfort mechanism - this episode will give you some tools to create a healthier relationship with food.  Dr. Nina talks us through her VARY method - Validate, Acknowledge, Reassure Yourself.This episode ends on such a powerful note - make sure to listen to the end! Find Dr. Nina at www.drninainc.com and on Instagram at dr.nina.psychoanalyst.  Make sure to look for her books - The Binge Cure and The Binge Cure Journal at https://drninainc.com/dr-nina-books/.  Check out all the podcast resources at www.omgteachme.com and find the Green-Gut-Glow-Plus at www.omgteachme.com/recommendations. Are we connected on social? Come follow OMG Teach Me on Instagram, Facebook, and/or LinkedIn.Find the GreenSynergy Elixir and Energy Fizz duo at cherylpfischer.com/greens. Grab your water bottle, add these, and enjoy!Support the show🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence!🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us.💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation?Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/rechargeLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women.Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website---------------💡If you are a brand or business wanting to reach an audience of women in their 40s and 50s who are focused on health, success, and taking care of themselves and others well in this stage of life, consider sponsoring Mind Your Midlife podcast.  More information here.