Healthylife® Weigh
Part 6
Hunger is not always a drive to fulfill a physical need. Sometimes, eating is due to stress, anxiety, or celebration. Emotions can be triggers for overeating or making less healthy choices. This section will help you:
1. Determine if your hunger is physical or emotional.
2. Identify and cope with emotions that prompt you to eat when you are not hungry.
3. Be mindful in daily life.
4. Give you more tools for managing stress.
HealthyLife® Weigh
QUICK LINKS: PART 6
Physical vs. Emotional Hunger
Self-Discovery: Hunger
Feeling Full
Identify Emotions that Prompt You to Eat
When Something is Bothering You
Help! I Just Ate Half a Cake!
Relaxation Techniques
Relaxation Reflex
Mindfulness
Deep Breathing
Address Anger
Address Boredom
Seek Downtime Daily
Address Depression
Address Anxiety
Plan Problem-Solving
Address Insecurity
Manage Stress
Add a Stress-Busting Food to Your Day
Tips for Healthy Celebration
Relieve the Pressure
Review and Prepare
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