Comfort Eating Unwrapped: Shelley Treacher's Insightful Guide
To be able to stop overeating, you need to understand what's going on for you. You need to find a place of compassion for that.
Ever wondered why you reach for that extra slice of cake when you're stressed? In this enlightening episode of 'Underground Confidence Recovery', Shelley Treacher, a BACP accredited somatic psychotherapist, dives into the emotional and psychological reasons behind comfort eating. Shelley understands the struggle many face with overeating, especially when it's driven by emotional needs rather than hunger. She breaks down the complex factors that contribute to this behavior, including ancestry, food availability, and psychological triggers.
If you're tired of diet advice that doesn't address the root of the problem, this episode is for you. Shelley doesn't just talk about food; she delves into the feelings and situations that lead to comfort eating. She offers three practical questions to help you identify your own triggers and emotions tied to eating habits.
With her compassionate and understanding approach, Shelley encourages listeners to be kinder to themselves and to recognize that overcoming comfort eating is about more than just willpower. It's about understanding your emotions and learning to manage them in healthier ways. Tune in for a blend of empathy, practical advice, and a gentle push towards breaking free from the cycle of comfort eating.