Why You Eat the Way You Do with Jessica Setnick (Part 1)

Dietitian and eating-psychology educator Jessica Setnick joins Sacha to unravel the unconscious stories shaping our eating, coping, and self-soothing behaviors — stories rooted in childhood, emotion, and survival.Jessica introduces the idea of the “inner eater” — the younger self who learned how to navigate fear, comfort, chaos, and connection through food. Together, she and Sacha explore how emotional environments, family dynamics, and attachment wounds silently influence adult behaviors we often shame ourselves for.If you’ve ever wondered “Why do I do this?” — this episode starts answering that question with compassion rather than judgment.🧭 In This EpisodeHow early emotional wiring shapes adult coping patternsWhy food becomes a mood-altering chemicalThe link between attachment wounds and eating behaviorHow families pass down beliefs without realizing itThe influence-map exercise and what it reveals🪞 Key TakeawaysEating behaviors are often trauma responses, not choices.Shame and fear get tied to food through lived experience.The nervous system — not willpower — drives many eating patterns.Coping strategies develop to keep us safe.Curiosity dismantles shame faster than discipline ever could.⚠️ Content NoteThemes include childhood emotional patterns, trauma responses, unconscious conditioning, food-related coping, shame, fear, and attachment wounds. Trauma-informed discussion handled gently. No diet talk.Connect:Where to find Jessica: 🌐Website: [https://www.jessicasetnick.com/]📚 Workbook: [https://www.foodfairytales.com/]📱Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/eatingdisordersbootcamp/]📱Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/understandingnutrition/]📱X: [https://x.com/JessicaSetnick]🧠LinkedIn: [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicasetnick/]✨ Connect with The High-Functioning Disaster: 🎙 Guest inquiries: bookings [at] holderhausmedia [dot] com📬 Get in touch: heythere [at] holderhausmedia [dot] com🎙 More episodes & info: [https://the-high-functioning-disaster.captivate.fm/]🎙 Discover more podcasts by Holder Haus Media: [https://holder-haus-media.captivate.fm/]📱 Follow on IG: @thehighfunctioningdisaster [https://instagram.com/thehighfunctioningdisaster]📺 Watch on YouTube: Uploads coming soon! [https://www.youtube.com/@HolderHausMedia]💜 When I’m not podcasting, I’m also a Scentsy Consultant of 10+ years. If you’re into fragrance and cozy vibes, you can find my shop here: [https://sachasmells.com]Keywordsinner...