Hungry for Healing: Navigating Trauma and Emotional Eating

This episode of The Teaching Journeys Podcast, hosted by Dave Roberts, features guest Jillian Scott, a trauma-informed life and health coach. The conversation explores Jillian’s personal journey overcoming emotional eating and the impact of trauma on her relationship with food and self-image. Together, Dave and Jillian discuss the deep connections between childhood experiences, emotional abuse, and patterns of emotional eating, highlighting how trauma can shape self-worth and coping mechanisms.They share personal stories about cultural influences, grief, and the challenges of breaking unhealthy habits. Jillian emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, compassion, and changing one’s self-concept as the foundation for lasting change. The episode also touches on the mission of Jillian’s “Hungry for Love” podcast, which addresses taboo topics like emotional eating, relationships, and self-worth, aiming to create a safe space for healing and growth. The conversation concludes with practical wisdom on embracing imperfection, finding everything you need within yourself, and the power of vulnerability and leadership through example.Jillian's Bio and Contact Information: Jillian Scott is a certified, trauma-informed life and health coach, and creator of the Hungry for Love Podcast. She specializes in empowering clients to overcome the aftermath of emotionally abusive relationships, heal their relationship with food and body, and develop unwavering self confidence and self belief. Connect with Jillian:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jillianscoaching Website: https://www.bodyyoucrave.com/ Hungry for Love Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/body-you-crave/id1573281085 Hungry for Love Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/30xmKmwsGaIKSkTSuPpsyhTo connect with Dave go to davidrobertsmsw.com and his author page psychologyprofessorandminister.com