In this episode of the Breakthrough Emotional Eating Podcast, listen as I challenge the traditional approach of changing one's diet to lose weight. This method is counterproductive and sustains a cycle of weight loss and gain without addressing the underlying issues.  I discuss how the brain's resistance to change and the creation of desire can sabotage weight loss efforts. Instead, I advocate for understanding the emotional reasons behind overeating and developing a healthier relationship with food and oneself.  By focusing more on the 'why' rather than the 'what' we eat, I believe ..read more

If you're struggling to shed those pounds despite doing "everything right," this episode is for you. Join Kristin as she delves into the three common roadblocks that may be hindering your weight loss journey. In this episode, you'll learn: The importance of nurturing a healthy relationship with food and why labeling food as "good" or "bad" could be sabotaging your efforts. How negative self-talk can impact your eating habits and contribute to a vicious cycle of guilt, shame, and overeating. Why relying solely on food for joy can lead to emotional eating and what you can do to find fulfillment ..read more

Welcome to a deeply personal episode of the Breakthrough Emotional Eating Podcast, where I invite you to join me on a journey through the intricate connection between grief and emotional eating. As I share my own experiences of profound loss, I offer insights and strategies for navigating the complex emotions that accompany grief. • Understanding Grief: I delve into the multifaceted nature of grief, sharing raw and authentic stories of loss and its impact on both body and mind. • The Physiology of Grief: Explore the physiological responses triggered by grief, from the activation of the fight-o ..read more

In this episode of the Breakthrough Emotional Eating Podcast, I'm diving into why giving up snacking can be a game-changer for weight loss and managing emotional eating. Let's chat about how snacking can sneakily become a habit and a way to dodge dealing with our feelings. Plus, we'll explore why spacing out meals is key for keeping our blood sugar levels steady and boosting fat burning. I'll also emphasize the power of mindful eating and keeping an eye on our portions to stop mindless snacking dead in its tracks. So, let's dig into why we snack and how to tackle emotional eating head-on! Key ..read more

There’s so much hope and positivity when you decide to work towards a goal and that momentum is a great motivator in the beginning. It can keep you moving forward and taking action, even when things get difficult and challenging. But there is also a huge mental game that goes along with striving for a goal and it is this piece that so many people are missing, and it is what I want to address this week. In this week’s podcast, we will dive deep into the three essential elements for achieving your goals and creating lasting change in your life. Join me as I explore the often overlooked aspects o ..read more

It can be exciting to set a goal for yourself that you really want to achieve, and when you start to see progress towards reaching it….nothing can be more rewarding.  But have you ever felt yourself starting to obsess about wanting to achieve something? I’m talking the “can’t stop thinking about it all day and night" kind of thinking. When does it cross the line from being a healthy pursuit of a goal, and it moves into perfectionism? This week’s episode of The Breakthrough Emotional Eating podcast I discuss emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy mindset when striving for a goa ..read more

The holidays can be both magical and anxiety-provoking all at the same time. In this episode, I'll discuss the sometimes tumultuous waters of holiday emotions and food. And I will provide you with actionable steps to take to make your holidays more manageable.  The six areas we will explore are: ? Dealing with other people: We've all got those relatives or coworkers who seem to know exactly how to push our buttons. I'll share some strategies to help you keep your cool and avoid stress-eating when dealing with them during the holidays. ? Daily Self-care: The holidays can be overwhelmin ..read more

Do your emotions influence your food choices? 100% they do! If you have ever found yourself elbow deep in a carton of Ben & Jerry’s after a fight with your partner, you know this to be true. Why does this happen? In this week’s episode of The Breakthrough Emotional Eating podcast, I’m diving into the impact of emotions on our eating habits. I will break down why we crave certain foods when stressed, sad, or lonely. From the psychological comfort of positive memories to the brain's release of dopamine and endorphins, we unpack the science behind the allure of comfort foods. In Part II, I’ll ..read more

Life throws curveballs, and sometimes you have to pivot and change your focus to get through life’s ups and downs. When those times happen, and you realize it is time to get back to working towards your goal, whatever it is, getting back on track can be challenging.  For most of us, the goal is weight loss and sometimes, we have to take a break but when it is time to get back to it, how do you do it and set yourself up for success? In this week’s podcast, I'll show you how to rediscover your motivation, set achievable goals, and practice self-compassion for lasting results. To reestabli ..read more

Have you ever had that "I forgot who I am" moment when life throws a curveball your way? Join Kristin Jones, host of the Breakthrough Emotional Eating Podcast, this week as she takes you on a recent journey through her own moments of self-doubt when she was faced with a new challenge, and how she took the doubt and turned it into determination to overcome her fears and worries about her own abilities.  Episode Highlights: Hear about Kristin's own experiences in doubting herself when facing new challenges and how she used this as motivation to grow. Discover 9 practical strategies to h ..read more