{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2F4fb4373c-3000-4c38-b9c2-5d2904de5014","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"","title":"Always Hungry: Emotional Eating, Somatic Healing, and Self-Acceptance with Jane","description":"On Inner Peace, Better Health, host Pragya sits down with Jane\u2014counselor, author, and recovering emotional eater\u2014to unpack the real hunger beneath bingeing and food fixation. Jane traces how nervous-system dysregulation, perfectionism, and identity loss in early motherhood fueled her emotional eating\u2014and how she rebuilt a calmer relationship with food using somatic awareness, gentle movement, moderation, and daily gratitude. We discuss why quick-fix diets fail, how to pause at the pantry and ask \u201cWhat am I truly needing?\u201d, and practical ways to make self-care non-negotiable without guilt. Jane also shares how nature, meditation, and acceptance practices sustained long-term change\u2014and what she\u2019d tell her younger self about trust, kindness, and letting go.\nAbout the guest:\nJane is a counselor and author of Always Hungry (releasing Oct 14). Drawing on lived experience and psychology training, she helps people replace emotional eating with nervous-system regulation, self-compassion, and sustainable habits\u2014not rigid rules. She writes about acceptance, gratitude, and everyday tools for healing.\nKey takeaways:\n\n\nEmotional eating is rarely about food; it\u2019s often the body seeking safety during anxiety or overwhelm.\n\n\nBuild interoceptive awareness: pause before snacking and ask, What do I actually need\u2014rest, a walk, connection, a hug?\n\n\nModeration works: more whole foods, protein, fruit/veg; favorite desserts become occasional treats, not daily coping tools.\n\n\nGentle movement first (walking, hiking); let joy lead to more activity (yoga, biking, skiing). Consistency beats intensity.\n\n\nUse somatic tools (breath, grounding, name the feeling out loud) to down-shift the sympathetic \u201cfight/flight\u201d response.\n\n\nAcceptance \u2260 approval. Accept what you can\u2019t change, then act on what you can (meals, movement, sleep, planning).\n\n\nGratitude shifts state: micro-moments (morning coffee, a call with a friend, a quiet walk) reinforce calm choices.\n\n\nSelf-care is not selfish; schedule it like any appointment. Oxygen-mask rule makes you a steadier parent/partner.\n\n\nPlan the week: meal prep basics, default movement windows, and a short nightly to-do list.\n\n\nTalk to your younger self with kindness: most worries won\u2019t matter; lead with love and trust your path.\n\n\nHow to connect with the guest:\n\n\nBook: Always Hungry \u2014 releasing October 14 (eBook/online retailers).\n\n\nFor media or speaking: contact via her publisher or reach out through the website\n\nInstagram\n\n\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nDisclaimer: This video is for educational and informational purposes only. The views expressed are the personal opinions of the guest and do not reflect the views of the host or Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f. We do not intend to harm, defame, or discredit any person, organization, brand, product, country, or profession mentioned. All third-party media used remain the property of their respective owners and are used under fair use for informational purposes. By watching, you acknowledge and accept this disclaimer.\nHealthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ufe0f is a global platform redefining mental health as a necessity, not a luxury. Born during the pandemic, it\u2019s become a sanctuary for healing, growth, and mindful living. Hosted by Avik Chakraborty\u2014storyteller, survivor, wellness advocate\u2014this channel shares powerful podcasts and soul-nurturing conversations on:\n\u2022 Mental Health & Emotional Well-being\u2022 Mindfulness & Spiritual Growth\u2022 Holistic Healing & Conscious Living\u2022 Trauma Recovery & Self-Empowerment\nWith over 4,400+ episodes and 168.4K+ global listeners, join us as we unite voices, break stigma, and build a world where every story matters.\n\ud83d\udc49 Subscribe and be part of this healing journey.\nContact\n\ud83d\udcbc Brand: Healthy Mind By Avik\u2122\ud83d\udce7 Email: join@healthymindbyavik.com | podcast@healthymindbyavik.com\ud83c\udf10 Website: www.healthymindbyavik.com\ud83d\udccd Based in: India","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/9ff941b2-c1de-4621-8434-9d436107732d/ogy0os5qcgc.jpg"}