Fight, Flight, or Fridge

Let’s Talk About It: Stress Eating, Mechanical Eating, and Recovery During Hard SeasonsWelcome back to Be Well.In this episode, Alex Sublette dives into the realities of stress eating, appetite changes, and navigating recovery during overwhelming or chaotic seasons of life. Through personal experiences and practical strategies, she explores how stress impacts hunger cues, digestion, cravings, and emotional regulation—and why consistent nourishment matters even when eating feels difficult.Alex breaks down concepts like mechanical eating, meal scheduling, and using liquid nutrition to support recovery, while also discussing the emotional side of food guilt, decision paralysis, and the pressure to “eat perfectly.” She shares grounding techniques, coping tools, and mindset shifts that can help listeners stay nourished and connected to their bodies during periods of stress or emotional overwhelm.This episode is a reminder that recovery is not linear and that caring for yourself sometimes looks like simplifying routines, taking small steps, and meeting yourself with compassion instead of perfection. Whether you’re navigating recovery, burnout, anxiety, or stressful life transitions, this conversation offers practical support and encouragement along the way.🎙️ Stay connected between episodesFollow on Instagram: @be_well_with_alex / @be_well_podWatch on YouTube: Be Well PodcastContent note: This episode includes discussion of eating disorder recovery, stress eating, food guilt, and mental health challenges. Listener discretion is advised. Professional support is encouraged if you’re struggling.