Do You Eat Your Emotions?

Noticed emotional eating? Pause, breathe, and respond with kindness. You’re doing your best — that matters.

Emotional eating is common — using food to manage feelings like stress, boredom, or sadness. While it may offer short-term comfort, it can become an unhelpful habit over time.

Ways to reduce emotional eating:

  • Identify the emotions or situations that trigger cravings

  • Practise mindfulness to notice feelings without reacting automatically

  • Try healthy coping strategies like going for a walk, speaking to a friend, or journalling

  • Seek support from a counsellor or therapist if needed

  • Be kind to yourself — change takes time


Awareness is the first step. You don’t need to be perfect — just curious and compassionate with yourself.