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The Quilters Coach PodcastAuthor: Dara Tomasson
The Quilters Coach podcast is for anyone that find themselves sick of extreme dieting and constantly battling with weight loss. Today's society has made weight loss way more complicated than it needs to be but the fact of the matter is this.losing weight is like learning a new skill. Join Dara Tomasson weight loss and life coach, each week as she breaks down the simple and effective way to lose weight and keep it off for good...all while creating more joy and peace in your life. Each episode is designed to help you build the skills you need to lose weight and develop a whole new level of confidence. For more info on how people like you are losing weight and keeping it off for good visit daratomasson.com for more information. Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Education, Health & Fitness, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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239. Strategies for Emotional Eating When You're Lonely
Episode 239
Thursday, 12 February, 2026
Loneliness doesn't always look like being alone. Sometimes it shows up as feeling disconnected, unseen, or like you're carrying everything by yourself. If food has been your go-to in those moments, hear this clearly: It makes sense. Food was there for you. It gave comfort and relief when connection felt out of reach. In this episode, you'll learn why eating when you feel lonely isn't a lack of self-control—it's a learned regulation tool. And more importantly, you'll discover how to create real connection without turning food into the only solution. What You'll Learn: The Emotional Wheel: How loneliness sits on the spectrum between sadness and feeling abandoned Why turning to food when you're lonely makes perfect biological sense (dopamine, vulnerability, and survival) The difference between true connection and false connection (and why social media feels like sugar) How to create true connection through physical, creative, and spiritual practices The 4-step process for building your relationship with yourself: Recognize that 95% of your thoughts are on autoplay Do a thought capture throughout the day Question one belief you've been carrying Curate that belief in your favor Ways to Create True Connection (Mentioned in Episode): Physical Connection: Hugs (even self-hugs—hand on heart, shoulders squeeze) Real conversations on the phone or in person Physical exercise (walking, dancing, stretching) Warmth practices (hot tub, heated car seat, fire, warm blankets) Creative Connection: Sewing, quilting, knitting Playing music or singing Clay or Play-Doh Sand, gardening Other Forms: Listening to music that moves you Making food mindfully for yourself or others Journaling Reaching out to one person (even just a text) Religious practice, prayer, meditation Resources Mentioned: Emotional Eating Mini-Class - The all-year-round version of Dara's hit holiday class, now with office hours where you can get expert coaching on concepts like "Pause Before Pantry." This isn't just another online class you hope to watch—the office hours make all the difference. Join the 3 day masterclass here - https://dara-tomasson-coaching.mykajabi.com/free-emotional-eating-masterclass Connect with Dara: Website: https://daratomasson.com Instagram: @dara_tomasson YouTube: Ask questions in the comments—Dara loves interacting with you! Leave a Podcast Review: It makes such a difference!
