Self-Awareness: How and Where to Start

Summary:In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the focus is on self-awareness and its critical role in understanding and managing emotional eating. Marilyn discusses the definition of self-awareness, its connection to emotional eating, and various techniques to enhance self-awareness, including journaling, mindfulness, and understanding emotions through the Wheel of Emotions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's feelings and stress levels to reduce reliance on food for emotional comfort. Marilyn also highlights the significance of self-reflection and how our perceptions of others can reveal insights about ourselves.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Self-Awareness03:03 Understanding Self-Awareness and Emotional Eating16:01 Tools for Enhancing Self-AwarenessFind me herehttps://linktr.ee/marilynrafih

SummaryIn this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the focus is on the concept of self-talk and its significant link to emotional eating. Marilyn discusses how self-talk influences our emotional well-being and the quality of our lives. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing negative self-talk patterns and offers practical exercises, including journaling, to foster self-compassion and understanding. The episode aims to guide listeners on their journey to improve their relationship with food and themselves by cultivating a healthier inner dialogue.TakeawaysSelf-talk is a crucial factor in emotional eating.Recognizing negative self-talk is the first step to change.Improving well-being can reduce the urge to eat emotionally.Journaling can help identify and shift negative self-talk.Compassion towards oneself is essential for healing.Healing is a non-linear journey with ups and downs.Self-talk often reflects the voices of caregivers from childhood.Practicing self-compassion can lead to better emotional health.Awareness of self-talk can improve overall quality of life.The journey of self-improvement requires patience and understandingChapters00:00 Introduction to Self-Talk and Emotional Eating03:48 Understanding Self-Talk and Its Impact07:07 The Role of Childhood in Self-Talk11:46 Journaling Exercise for Self-Reflection15:49 Compassion and Self-UnderstandingFind me herehttps://linktr.ee/marilynrafih

SummaryIn this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the host explores the intricate relationship between self-confidence and emotional eating. She discusses how low self-confidence can lead to feelings of guilt and shame, which often trigger emotional eating. Marilyn emphasizes that self-confidence is not a binary trait but rather a spectrum that can be developed through recognizing and building on personal skills. The episode also highlights the importance of self-love and acceptance in overcoming emotional eating habits.Chapters00:00 Understanding Self-Confidence and Emotional Eating04:20 Building Self-Confidence: Skills and Growth 09:27 Overcoming Emotional Triggers and Self-Doubt 14:56 The Journey to Self-Love and AcceptanceFind me herehttps://linktr.ee/marilynrafih

Summary:In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the host discusses the significance of self-care in the context of emotional eating. Marilyn emphasizes the importance of taking care of oneself beyond food, exploring the concept of the inner child, and identifying barriers that prevent individuals from engaging in self-care. She provides practical strategies for incorporating self-care into daily life and highlights the long-term benefits of developing a diverse toolbox of coping strategies to enhance overall well-being.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Self-Care and Emotional Eating04:10 Understanding the Inner Child and Self-Care08:47 Identifying Barriers to Self-Care14:40 Implementing Self-Care into Daily Life16:04 The Long-Term Benefits of Self-CareFind me here:https://linktr.ee/marilynrafih

Summary:In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the host discusses the challenges of maintaining healthy eating habits while traveling. She emphasizes that it's normal to feel a loss of routine and offers insights into the emotional triggers that can lead to overeating during travel. Marilyn provides practical tools for listeners to create healthier travel routines and encourages self-acceptance and mindfulness. The episode concludes with a reflection on the positive aspects of travel and how to incorporate those into daily life.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to Emotional Eating and Travel12:00 Exploring the Reasons Behind Emotional Eating22:09 Reflecting on Positive Travel ExperiencesFind me here:https://linktr.ee/marilynrafih

In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the host discusses the emotional pressures surrounding Valentine's Day, particularly for those who are single. Marilyn emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and accepting one's feelings, exploring self-love, and understanding personal love languages. She encourages listeners to practice mindfulness in their eating habits, especially during emotionally charged times like Valentine's Day, and to engage in self-care activities that promote a healthier relationship with food and emotions.Chapters00:00Navigating Valentine's Day Emotions04:43The Importance of Self-Love08:39Understanding Love Languages12:54Curiosity and Emotional Eating16:09Mindful Indulgence on Valentine's DayFind me here:https://linktr.ee/marilynrafih

If you are struggling, consider therapy with BetterHelp #ad. Click https://betterhelp.com/EEM for 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a credentialed professional specific to your needs. In this episode, we delve into emotional eating due to loneliness. What is loneliness, is it the same as being alone? Why do I rush to food or do a binge when I feel that way? And most importantly, how to soothe myself with something other than food? Episode mentioned: https://anchor.fm/marilyn-rafih/episodes/Conversation-with-Susie-Orbach-e1kgfvq People mentioned in this podcast: Esther Perel and Susie Orbach My Instagram and Tiktok: @emotionaleatingwithmarilyn My website: www.marilynrafih.com For personalised coaching sessions: https://www.marilynrafih.com/1-on-1-coaching-program

Summary In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, grief guide Tara Nash discusses the multifaceted nature of grief, emphasizing that it extends beyond the loss of loved ones to include various life changes and experiences. She introduces the concept of 'conscious grief,' which encourages individuals to fully engage with their emotions rather than suppress them. The conversation explores the complexities of grief, including the interplay of different emotions, the impact of identity loss, and cultural attitudes towards grieving. Tara shares insights on how to navigate grief in a healthy way, highlighting the importance of support and understanding in the grieving process. In this conversation, Tara Nash and EEM explore the complexities of grief, emotional healing, and the importance of self-compassion. They discuss various coping mechanisms, the significance of specific dates in triggering emotions, and the role of group therapy in providing support. The conversation emphasizes the need for a nurturing inner voice and offers practical tools for navigating grief, including the concept of continuing bonds with loved ones who have passed away.   Chapters 00:00Understanding Grief Beyond Death 04:51The Concept of Conscious Grief 10:49Embracing All Emotions in Grief 16:09Identity and Transformation in Grief 20:45Cultural Perspectives on Grief 24:03The Non-Linear Nature of Grief 29:11Navigating Emotions and Grief 35:20The Impact of Dates and Memories 42:01Developing a Compassionate Inner Voice 44:33Tools for Coping with Grief 50:59Continuing Bonds and Remembering Loved Ones   You can find Tara’s work  here: www.consciousgrief.co.uk You can find my details here: https://linktr.ee/marilynrafih Including where to buy The Positive Journal on Emotional Eating, how to get coaching sessions with me and my social media accounts  

If you are struggling, consider therapy with BetterHelp #ad. Click https://betterhelp.com/EEM for 10% discount on your first month of therapy with a credentialed professional specific to your needs. In this episode I talk about new year resolutions and other more useful strategies to overcome emotional eating and set yourself for success this year. For personalised coaching sessions: https://www.marilynrafih.com/1-on-1-coaching-program

In this episode I describe what lies beneath stress eating and how to reduce it