For a lot of us, hunger cues are not a reliable form of information when deciding how much and how often to eat; whether it be because we have been yo-yo dieting for too long, eating way too little calories as an attempt to lose weight, or relying on emotional eating to co-regulate our nervous system. Even though the body is still the most reliable source of information about what you need, first we need to recalibrate your body and your mind’s communication in order to move forward in a sustainable way. Only after that, you can more easily trust in what your body is trying to tell you.

Do you feel powerless around food because you overeat? Whether you eat too much over the course of the day or find yourself overconsuming at certain times, it’s not just about needing more willpower. To stop overeating, you need to understand why.

Below are 5 tips that I like to try and encourage my online coaching clients to try out which have a high success rate and can create more mindful eating patterns.