297: Understand why you keep falling into the same eating patterns with Ali Shapiro

OVERVIEW:

In this episode, Ashley and Ali explore the deep emotional roots of eating behaviors, focusing on triggers like fatigue, anxiety, inadequacy, and loneliness. They discuss practical strategies to address these triggers by understanding underlying needs and fostering emotional safety, especially for high-achieving women navigating midlife challenges.

 

Inside this episode, Ashley and Ali discuss:

  • Emotional triggers of eating: tiredness, anxiety, inadequacy, loneliness

  • The role of safety and emotional safety in eating behaviors

  • Practical strategies to identify and address triggers

  • The importance of self-awareness and compassion in behavioral change

  • The impact of relationships and support systems on eating habits

  • The connection between childhood memories and food choices

  • Stress management as a tool for emotional regulation

  • The concept of needs replenishment and resourcing

  • How midlife hormonal changes affect emotional health and eating

  • The power of community and group support in healing

     

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