Most unplanned eating has an emotional trigger — something you were feeling that the eating addressed (or tried to address). Stress, anxiety, boredom, loneliness, frustration, sadness, even celebration. Identifying the feeling without judgment gives you information for responding differently next time; self-criticism, by contrast, makes the next episode more likely rather than less.
This companion explores the non-judgmental inquiry approach, common emotional triggers, pattern recognition for your specific vulnerabilities, better responses for each emotion, and the craving window technique. (4 min read)
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