We all have opinions about what should or should not happen. Ruminating on these “should” thoughts can cause us to feel helpless. When our thoughts about a situation create feelings of helplessness or sadness, we often turn to food or other vices to buffer away negative emotions. During this podcast, I discuss how to evaluate your thoughts critically so you can overcome challenging situations without turning to food.
When Carol’s lab results were outside of normal range, her physicians tried to put her on medication. Carol pushed back and decided to take...
Avoiding negative emotions can lead to poorer health. Often, we turn to activities, alcohol, or food to “buffer” away negative emotions. Buffering is distracting...
