🎯SPECIFIC Advice From A Therapist: Psychology of Overeating

HOW TO CHANGE YOUR PSYCHOLOGY AROUND FOOD: PSYCHOLOGY OF OVEREATING
#eatingpsychology #overeating #emotionaleating

Disclaimer: This video is for information purposes only and my content should not be used as a substitute for seeking treatment from a healthcare provider. My content is not going to be suitable for everyone, so please use your self discernment before applying any video content in your own life.

In this video Sarah delves into the often overlooked psychological aspects of overeating, offering concrete and actionable strategies to break free from habitual patterns and regain control over your relationship with food.

The discussion begins by emphasizing the connection between psychology and overeating, challenging the conventional advice solely centered on behavior and nutrition. Sarah highlights the importance of understanding and calming the lower brain, where emotions and primal drives, including appetite, reside.

The first key insight involves calming the lower brain by both ensuring adequate food intake and developing the capacity to process emotions effectively. Sarah introduces a fascinating connection between deep sleep and emotional processing, advocating the use of bilateral stimulation – particularly through the simple yet powerful "butterfly hug" technique – to enhance emotional well-being.

The second psychological strategy revolves around shifting the mindset of scarcity. By reframing decisions around food from a binary "yes or no" to a nuanced "now or not now," individuals can alleviate the fear of food scarcity and create a healthier approach to decision-making.

The third stop on the psychological journey focuses on disrupting habitual patterns. Sarah explains how repetitive cycles strengthen neural networks, leading to a sense of inevitability in overeating episodes. To counter this, individuals are encouraged to ask a powerful question – "What happens if I don't eat this food right now?" – prompting the brain to imagine alternatives and break free from the cycle.

The final destination in this psychological exploration is the implementation of reverse psychology. Sarah introduces two approaches: planning to eat more, leveraging the law of reversed effort, and, paradoxically, accepting the possibility of perpetual struggle with overeating, thus releasing the internal battle.

In conclusion, this video offers a holistic and actionable guide to address overeating by exploring the intricate interplay between psychology and behavior. Sarah's unique insights and practical techniques provide viewers with a roadmap to transform their relationship with food, promoting emotional well-being and balanced decision-making.

[jane_annelise]

my answer for the question was: But then I will not be distracted from myself. Then I'd have to sit with myself who I (at the moment, not always) hate. And that led me to think about why's that I hate myself in this moment and through having a discussion with myself, I came to the conclusion that I can just love myself and being with myself doesn't have to be so hard

[vedrana]

it's amazing how you described this sense of helplesness, when you ''feel it comming''. it's so true. thank you for the advice, i hope i win this ugly habbit of eating when not even hungry

[ninjafury]

It really does feel like I'm in an endless hopeless cycle. God bless you for sharing these brilliant alternative approaches.

[Jacklynofalltrades]

I'm a registered dietitian who also dealt with a binge-eating disorder. One of the things that helped was carrying a food bag for those feelings of scarcity. A variety of food that would make you happy and wouldn't make you feel deprived works best. When feelings of scarcity come around, tell yourself it's not true and remind yourself you have your food bag with you, so you are safe and you are well-prepared.

[jenniferharris]

You are just absolutely BRILLIANT. I have struggled for so long with this. I am almost 58 years old and for the first time I feel hope. I feel like I can do this. I frantically take notes and pause and back up when I watch your videos. So many great tips. Thank you for what you do.

[cateh]

1) butterfly technique ( calm lower brain)
2)now or later on ( avoid saying no and creating a rebellion battle)
3)asking a question - what happens if I don’t eat this food right now ( ask brain to imagine another outcome)
4) plan to eat MORE ( instead of less)
Law of reversed effort

[janiceworthington]

Another good psychological method is to state positive personalized intentions around weight and food, like…I only eat when I’m hungry, I make healthy food choices, I prioritize protein, I lose weight easily. It gives your mind direction. It works for mood and anxiety as well, like…I’m capable, I’m calm, I’m confident, I like myself, I’m grateful, I’m happy, I’m going to have a great day

[workstudy]

This video was SO helpful. I’ve been eating healthy the past few months but these past two weeks I’ve been really struggling with binge eating dominoes pizza and all the things you mentioned in this video are super helpful to me today as I try to understand myself better and why I’m doing things

[fiercerodent]

I feel like this is the first actually helpful video on over-eating I've personally seen. The idea to not say yes or no, but "not now, " helped me quit smoking for good, so it makes sense it would also help manage food cravings.

[iamwilliamgan]

I super appreciate you going into something more than “just breathe” or “go for a walk”

Takeaways:
1. Bilateral stimulation - butterfly hug (or yes walking too) to process emotion. Will also help get better sleep and memory since brain isn’t processing emotion during sleep instead.
2. Reframing food decisions as now or not now vs yes/no to this food
3. Ask self a question - break neural pattern. ONLY WORKS IF you did 1/2 to calm lower brain down.
4. Reverse psychology - try to eat more instead of less.
5. Realize you have to live life anyways and just go on living your life without obsessing over food intake. Natural destresser.

[maritzawilliams]

The “no” in my mind leads to compulsion… your video helped me understand the psychology of my eating habits

[jazzsoul]

I just need to say, you're a very educated and very caring professional in the overeating world. I appreciate your videos. I'm in my 60s. I'm proud to say I come from a family of obesity, and Ive been "around the world" with strict diets, heavy exercising, worked for a gym, ballet, dance, aerobics, became aerobic instructor. But what I did this past 18 years is I create my own program of 10-30 minutes depending on how I feel. I also say with foods: " I COULD have that, but I'm choosing to have something else because I need my energy".

[catsomehow]

This video gave me some hope, currently in a really terrible place, depressed and binging every day. 😥

[andycap]

I eat when I'm happy. It enhances my happiness.

Example. If a movie or TV show that i really like is on, I HAVE to enhance that moment by making it even better with food.

If i am out running errands or going out with friends, i begin thinking about all the different fast food places i could potentially stop at.

I wish i could fix this 😕

[eljoh]

I tried the butterfly technique after brushing my teeth my whole brain literally relaxed. I was so pleasantly surprised I started to genuinely smile, thank you 💕😭

[jodeemonaco]

Very very good ! I have recovered from anxiety by researching & understanding what happens in the brain & body prior to & during a panic attack . By understanding the process I could see it was nothing to be scared of & just a process triggered by thoughts . I learned from Russ Harris to become curious & investigate your thoughts - to recognise them & name them - but I hadn’t worked out how to apply that to food . What you are teaching here is so so good & you are dynamic & fun & exciting & non judgmental in your teaching. Keep up the good work - i love this stuff & you are so good at your job . Thankyou so much

[LisaMoss]

I have found eating fruit to be helpful. It satisfies the cravings for sweets and I feel full without the guilt.

[samanthalazzerini-etbg]

WHY DID I FEEL LIKE CRYING WHEN I TRIED THE BUTTERFLY HUG OMG

[harrybarry]

I've watched a lot of videos on this topic, I've been trying to stop my binge eating for one year now but it got worse instead and I gained 10 kilograms of fat. I bought snacks and ate them when nobody would control me which was so easy but I hated myself for that, lying to my loved ones etc. and I wanted someone to control me... Now this Video is so, so good! So many new infos which I never heard of or thought about and I finally think they could help me out of this! I took a lot of notes.
Thank you so much and greetings from Germany! ☀️

[victoriaburgess]

Well done from an RD with a masters in psychology 👏👏