Summary:
In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the host explores the common characteristics of emotional eaters, emphasizing that emotional eating is a behaviour rather than an identity. Marilyn discusses traits such as hyper-empathy, the tendency to wear one's heart on their sleeve, the importance of listening to body limits, and the disconnection between mind and body. She provides insights and tools for listeners to better understand themselves and work on their emotional eating habits, encouraging a balanced approach to self-care and emotional well-being.
Chapters
00:00 Understanding Emotional Eating
03:01 Common Traits of Emotional Eaters
05:48 Hyper-Empathy and Its Impact
08:30 Listening to Your Body Limits
11:34 Connecting Mind and Body
14:33 Tools for Grounding and Self-Care
17:19 Recap and Moving Forward
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My take on the Viral Tiktok Challenge called the Winter Arc Challenge+ crucial things to think of in the context of emotional eating!!
In this episode, Marilyn Rafih discusses the viral Winter Arc Challenge from TikTok, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and caution when approaching self-improvement goals. She provides insights on how to tailor the challenge to individual needs, the significance of emotional well-being, and the long-term vision for personal growth beyond the immediate New Year resolutions.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Emotional Eating and Winter Arc Challenge
05:18 Cautions for the Winter Arc Challenge
07:47 Embracing the Challenge: When to Go Full Speed
08:44 Tailoring Your Approach to the Challenge
14:16 Long-Term Vision: Beyond January 2025
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Summary:
In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the host discusses the intricate relationship between perfectionism and emotional eating.
She explores how perfectionism manifests in black-and-white thinking, leading to unhealthy eating patterns influenced by diet culture.
Marilyn emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and offers practical strategies to manage emotional eating, including addressing anxiety, procrastination, and the need for balance in task completion.Chapters
00:00 Understanding Perfectionism and Emotional Eating
02:55 The Impact of Diet Culture on Eating Habits
07:59 Perfectionism in Task Completion and Its Consequences
11:25 Anxiety and Black-and-White Thinking
14:43 Procrastination: The Link to Emotional Eating
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Hello guys, this is a personal message to let you know that I am taking a well deserved break and will be back very soon.
In the meantime, you can find me on Instagram, get the Positive journal on emotional eating or book one-to-one sessions with me.
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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.Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Self-Awareness
03:03 Understanding Self-Awareness and Emotional Eating
16:01 Tools for Enhancing Self-Awareness
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Summary
In 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.
Takeaways
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Self-Talk and Emotional Eating
03:48 Understanding Self-Talk and Its Impact
07:07 The Role of Childhood in Self-Talk
11:46 Journaling Exercise for Self-Reflection
15:49 Compassion and Self-Understanding
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Summary
In 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.Chapters
00:00 Understanding Self-Confidence and Emotional Eating
04:20 Building Self-Confidence: Skills and Growth
09:27 Overcoming Emotional Triggers and Self-Doubt
14:56 The Journey to Self-Love and Acceptance
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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.Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Self-Care and Emotional Eating
04:10 Understanding the Inner Child and Self-Care
08:47 Identifying Barriers to Self-Care
14:40 Implementing Self-Care into Daily Life
16:04 The Long-Term Benefits of Self-Care
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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 Travel
12:00 Exploring the Reasons Behind Emotional Eating
22:09 Reflecting on Positive Travel ExperiencesFind me here:
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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.Chapters
00:00Navigating Valentine's Day Emotions
04:43The Importance of Self-Love
08:39Understanding Love Languages
12:54Curiosity and Emotional Eating
16:09Mindful Indulgence on Valentine's Day
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Summary:
In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, clinical psychologist Albert Moukayeber discusses the complexities of emotional eating, exploring it as a coping mechanism influenced by cultural factors. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the primary and secondary causes of emotional eating, the societal pressures of perfectionism, and the need for community support. Albert also delves into the concept of rewiring the brain, the significance of body awareness through the nine senses, and the acceptance of anxious thoughts. The conversation concludes with insights on navigating toxic relationships and the importance of being available for others. Chapters
00:00 Guest Introduction
01:24 Guest's Opinion on Emotional Eating as a Coping Mechanism
05:21 Cultural Influences on Eating Habits
10:14 The Pressure of Perfection and Anxiety
12:01 Updating Beliefs and Managing Anxiety
17:15 The Science of Learning vs. Rewiring the Brain
23:28 Accepting Reality and Community Support
26:35 The Diet Dilemma: Chasing Solutions
27:14 Understanding Emotional Eating and the Body Connection
28:50 The Nine Senses: A New Perspective
30:22 Compulsions and Autopilot: The Emotional Eating Cycle
31:16 Accepting Uncertainty: Navigating Anxious Thoughts
36:30 The Importance of Community and Support
42:51 Navigating Toxic Relationships: Boundaries and Acceptance
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Including where to buy The Positive Journal on Emotional Eating, how to get coaching sessions with me and my social media accounts
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
In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the focus is on practicing self-respect during family gatherings, especially around the holidays. Marilyn discusses the importance of understanding self-respect in relation to self-love, self-esteem, and self-confidence. She emphasizes the need to identify personal needs and boundaries to avoid emotional eating triggered by family dynamics. The conversation also covers the significance of non-negotiables and how to assert them without feeling guilty. Marilyn concludes by highlighting that eating out of obligation is not a sign of love, but rather a lack of self-respect, and encourages listeners to practice self-respect with food and in their interactions with others. Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Self-Respect During Festive Gatherings
01:16 Understanding Self-Respect and Its Components
03:31 The Importance of Self-Respect in Family Gatherings
05:03 Identifying Personal Needs for Better Self-Respect
08:50 Establishing Boundaries: The Key to Self-Respect
12:58 The Importance of Repeating Boundaries
17:49 Self-Respect and Food: Understanding Emotional Eating
21:07 Summary and Key Takeaways
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In this episode of Emotional Eating, Marilyn Rafih and John Ford delve into the complexities of managing difficult conversations, particularly in family settings. They explore how unresolved emotional issues can trigger emotional eating and provide practical tools for navigating challenging interactions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of communication skills, understanding emotional triggers, and the impact of cultural and gender dynamics on interpersonal communication. Listeners are encouraged to prepare for difficult conversations and to approach them with empathy and understanding.
Chapters
00:00 Navigating Difficult Conversations
06:09 Understanding Emotional Triggers in Family Settings
12:43 Tools for Managing Challenging Interactions
20:20 Healing Through Communication and Self-Reflection 24:34 Navigating Personal Growth and Communication Skills 29:52 Responding to Unkind Comments with Grace
32:09 Understanding Difficult Conversations35:50Cultural and Gender Influences on Emotional Expression
40:04 Preparing for Difficult Family Conversations46:16The Importance of Acknowledging Needs in Communication
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In this episode of Emotional Eating with Marilyn, the host discusses the connection between emotional eating and mood changes during darker days, particularly in winter. Marilyn emphasizes the importance of acceptance and understanding that it's normal to feel low sometimes. She provides practical tips for managing mood, such as embracing the winter season, nurturing social connections, and spending time outdoors. The episode aims to empower listeners to cope with emotional eating and improve their emotional well-being during challenging times. Chapters
00:00 Understanding Emotional Eating and Lower Mood
03:09 Practical Strategies for Managing Mood
06:21 Social Connections and Their Impact on Mood
11:06 Seasonal Adjustments and Self-Care Practices
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