Emotional Triggers

 Lindsay Reinholt's List of Emotional Triggers (Meant to Eat):

Stress: Sugar in the form of carbohydrates boost levels of serotonin that reacts in a way that is similar to happiness and well-being, be careful not to overload on carbs instead be sure to tend to the stress

Boredom: especially common in afternoon and evening or activity transitions

Emotional Repression: unexpressed feelings may turn to cravings look for healthy nonfood outlets such as finding someone to talk to or a physical activity

Comfort/Longing for Home: In my family popcorn is a big time bonding activity, we have wonderful memories associated with eating it together --"Food is a wonderful tool for bonding with those around you, and sharing a part of you through food is a fun way to do it" -Lindsay Reinholt

Look for healthy alternatives and watch the portion sizes

Unsatisfied in Personal/Professional Life: 

It's important to recognize when life gets out of balance and to exam ourselves with questions regarding the reasons behind our cravings (physical &/or emotional). I tend to think of what I'm going to do and eat after a long hard day as a sort of reward for getting through it. Being sensible in my choices is always important over-indulging in fun food as a sort of emotional spa is not acceptable.

Here are some craving killer go to's:

♡sit with a cup of herbal tea 

♡read

♡start a Blog or journal 

♡text a friend 

♡take a quick walk

♡look out the window and ponder 

♡dance 

♡do an enjoyable activity

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I posted about enjoying the dance and not focusing on the end. At the same time I also share often about visualizing and preparing for upcoming situations. These are not in conflict they work well together as I strive to find a balance.