(HS Brewer 059616 2024) Breaking the Hunger Habit: Clinical Tools for Transforming Emotional, Dysfunctional and Mindless Eati

Course overview

We often perceive anxiety and other mental health issues as things happening to us, while we view difficulties with food as a reflection of our own judgment and failure. This sense of self-blame is exacerbated by an industry that creates highly processed foods designed to be addictive rather than nutritious. These foods are engineered to hit a "bliss point" of salt, sugar, and fat, triggering strong cravings. Furthermore, our relationship with hunger can be distorted by various factors, including emotional eating. Diets and restrictions can lead to a disconnect between our physical hunger and emotional cravings, leading to a constant urge to eat. Dr. Brewer, in his book "The Hunger Habit," draws on two decades of habit change research to guide readers in breaking unhelpful eating habits and developing healthier ones. This process involves recognizing eating habit patterns, cultivating awareness to interrupt them, and leveraging the power of our brains for positive change. The approach emphasizes working with our brains, being kind to ourselves, and avoiding willpower, calorie counting, or strict diets.