It's never just about the food.
People who struggle chronically with eating didn't wake up one day unable to control themselves around food. Something else broke first.
Unresolved stress. Boundary problems. A job you hate. A relationship that drains you. Perfectionism. Time you're not taking for yourself. These create the conditions where food becomes a coping mechanism.
Restricting what you eat doesn't fix the deeper problems underneath. In reality, it only makes your relationship with food worse. You have to address what is actually broken.
Strategies that can help include:
Prioritizing your well-being
Engaging in positive activities that you enjoy
Practicing relaxation strategies to manage your stress levels
Using self-care exercises like writing in a gratitude journal and using positive affirmations to stay motivated and inspired
Fix the life. The eating follows.
