Mindful Eating: Your Questions Answered by Philippe Tahon
Episode Overview
Understand the difference between physical and emotional hunger. Use the pause and check-in method to identify true hunger. Let go of guilt associated with certain foods. Rebuild trust in your body through intuitive eating. Recognise and manage emotional eating triggers.
"Emotional hunger is sudden. It's tied to your mood, to your emotions, or even to the circumstances that you're experiencing."
In this episode of 'Shrink, the podcast for the mind', psychotherapist and coach Philippe Tahon tackles some of the most pressing questions about mindful and intuitive eating. With his extensive experience in dealing with weight issues and body image, Philippe answers ten questions submitted by listeners, providing practical advice and personal anecdotes to illustrate his points. He delves into the difference between physical and emotional hunger, explaining how to identify and manage each.
Philippe also shares his own struggles with emotional eating, offering relatable insights that make the topic more accessible and less intimidating. He discusses the impact of diet culture on our relationship with food and offers strategies to rebuild trust in our bodies through intuitive eating. Philippe’s approach is compassionate and non-judgmental, making it clear that emotional eating is a common experience and not something to be ashamed of.
He encourages listeners to tune into their bodies’ signals, eat mindfully, and let go of guilt associated with certain foods. By the end of the episode, you'll feel more equipped to handle your own food-related challenges with a better understanding of how your emotions play a role. Whether you're struggling with weight, body image, or simply want to improve your relationship with food, this episode offers valuable insights and practical tips to help you on your journey.