How to holistically heal...overeating: part one

When you find yourself overeating, consider this…

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In this edition…

1. HEALING: When you find yourself overeating, consider this…

2. REVERENCE: Hunger and fullness awareness (reverence is the deep respect & attention to the things that truly impact healing)

3. EXPLORING: Seeking expert advice (exploring is the journey into the deeper work, meeting the parts, wounds, and survival strategies that keep us small, stuck, and suffering with persistent symptoms & feelings)

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Specifically: part one

• What is overeating?

• Health consequences caused by overeating

  • Physical

  • Emotional and psychological

  • Social and interpersonal

• Possible causes and considerations of overeating

  • Emotional eating

  • Environmental factors:

  • Lack of mindful eating

  • Hormonal and biological factors

  • Psychological factors

  • Social and cultural influences on eating habits

  • Inherited legacy patterns

  • Lack of nutritional education

  • Stress and lifestyle factors

  • Lack of physical activity

  • Food addiction and cravings

  • Food composition

• Hunger and fullness awareness

• Seeking expert advice

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1. HEALING: When you find yourself overeating, consider this…

Overeating refers to the consumption of an excessive amount of food in a single meal or throughout the day. It goes beyond satisfying hunger and often results in consuming more calories than the body needs for its energy expenditure. Overeating is a behaviour that can lead to a wide range of health concerns, and its consequences extend beyond just physical health. Here's an expanded look at the problems associated with overeating: