207: Wait... Emotional Eating Can Be OK? with Katrina Sequenzia

The Christian Mindset Coach with Alicia Michelle

When we hear the phrase “emotional eating,” it typically comes with a negative connotation, meaning that we are doing something wrong if we have an emotional tie to food. On today’s episode, Christian women health coach Katrina Sequenzia brings a mind-blowing perspective to the table. Join Alicia and Katrina as they discuss God's purpose for food, the dark and light sides to emotional eating, and other steps we can take when managing emotions.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:

• [03:13] Why we turn to food to manage emotions when we know God is the answer
• [10:54] Emotional eating as a coping mechanism
• [14:57] A reminder to give yourself grace if you’re struggling with emotional eating
• [17:38] How to discern between “good” emotional eating and potentially damaging experiences
• [21:54] What gets in the way of seeing food as God intended
• [23:52] Tips for managing emotions and emotional eating
• [29:13] A recap of our conversation on emotional eating and other insights

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MENTIONED AND OTHER RELATED EPISODES:

Ep 204: 6 Questions to Ask When Your Emotions Feel Overwhelming

Ep 192: 3 Everyday Mindset Skills for More Emotional Stability

Ep 152: How to Lose Weight + Love Your Body Better by Letting Go of Toxic Thoughts with Wendie Pett

Ep 157: Mindset Coaching: "Self-sabotage: Why can't I stop turning to food as comfort?" with Angela

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