#201 - Why We Overeat in the Moment
Have you ever planned not to overeat… and then done it anyway?
In this episode of the Christian Weight-Loss Podcast, we explore why we overeat in the moment, even when our intentions are sincere. This isn’t a willpower problem — it’s about what happens in the emotional brain and nervous system when stress, fatigue, or overwhelm take over.
Using the story of Peter denying Jesus, we look at how good intentions can disappear in emotional moments — and why that doesn’t mean you’re weak, undisciplined, or broken.
You’ll learn:
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Why the emotional brain overrides logic in the moment
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How stress and emotions drive overeating and emotional eating
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Why overeating is a nervous system response, not a character flaw
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How Jesus restores Peter after failure — and what that reveals about God’s response to us after we overeat
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Why freedom with food starts with understanding, compassion, and preparation, not shame
God doesn’t meet us with condemnation after overeating.
He meets us with restoration — and helps us prepare for the next moment.
Free Class + Support
If you want help applying this, I’m teaching a free class on why we overeat and the 4 steps to stop overeating. We’ll talk about emotional eating, food urges, and how to prepare for emotional moments so you’re not relying on willpower alone.
You can also join the waitlist for my upcoming Christian weight-loss app for ongoing support, structure, and coaching.
