Emotional Eating: Nourishment, Habit or Entertainment?

FoodWellness
Written By Melissa O'Connor-Arena

During the cold snowy days of winter do you gravitate towards preparing and enjoying hearty meals like; pot roasts, chili, deep dish lasagna, or stews? Do you have a habit around 3ish to find that tasty piece of chocolate or grab a vanilla latte? When you get home from work do you love to remove your shoes, pour a nice glass of wine or a cocktail and just sit on the couch for a few minutes before starting your evening?

Those are just some examples we are going to discuss today on the topic of emotional eating and our relationship with food!

This week our guest is Hilary Silver. She’s earned a masters in social work and is a licensed clinical therapist. Her passion lies in helping courageous individuals live an inspired and intentional life they love. Her inspirational methods teach people how to be more authentic in their relationships, to boldly make choices that honor who they really are and to speak their truth in the world.

Listen in as Hilary Silver shares her philosophy on the importance of being mindful about our relationship with food.  Do you eat for nourishment or entertainment? Download her free (pdf) gift: Hilary’s 5-minute Pre Meal Ritual (a quick meditation for intentional eating) – Hilary Silver 5 Minute Meditation

Melissa O'Connor-Arena

Art and design have always been a crucial part of my life. From coloring when I was a child to taking every art class I could in high school, it's the only thing I ever really wanted to do. I studied all aspects of art for 7 years and graduated with a BFA in Graphic Design in 2006. Since then I have worked as a freelance artist and writer, specializing in layout and album design. I also love photography and film.

I've been a professional designer since 2006 and have experience in all types of graphic design and the arts. My clients include DaVinci Roofscapes, Kayu, Terri Cole, Sheherezade, Kate Smith, Patti Green, Christine Gutierrez, and many more. I like to work with people from various fields which has given me a wide range of projects to apply my aesthetic. I have also written for Patch.com, as well as edited texts and books, so if you need writing services I can help you with that too! 

Besides graphic design, I also run a small stationery business that offers all kinds of invitations and other type of paper goods. You can view my shop and check out my blog on my website. I live and work in New York with my husband Dan, son Elliot (5.22.16), and 2 dogs. Both vegetarian and eco-consious, I do my best to live the most natural, organic life I can, and now create the same environment for my son. Besides design, my hobbies include photography, reading, writing, interior design, and cooking. I love music and used to play bass in a band when I lived in Jersey and of course I sing and dance every chance I get. Working with me is like teaming up with a friend, I am easy going, honest, and kind. My mission is to bring beauty to as many lives as I can through art and design and I look forward to working with you!

http://www.graystardesign.com
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