The Hunger Beneath the Hunger

Episode 16: The Hunger Beneath the Hunger

Why do we keep reaching for food when we’re not physically hungry?

In this episode of Regulated & Rooted, Dr. Jonathan Locke and Tiffany explore the deeper reasons behind emotional eating. Together, they unpack how stress, loneliness, anxiety, boredom, shame, and the desire for comfort can create a hunger that food was never designed to satisfy.

You’ll learn why willpower isn’t the answer, how your brain and body respond to emotional stress, and why understanding the root of your cravings is the first step toward lasting freedom.

Whether you’ve struggled with emotional eating, comfort food, or simply feel stuck in unhealthy habits, this conversation offers practical tools, scientific insight, and a faith-centered perspective to help you move from temporary relief to true healing.

In this episode:

Why emotional eating isn’t really about food

The difference between physical and emotional hunger

How stress changes your cravings

Breaking the cycle of shame and comfort eating

Finding lasting satisfaction instead of temporary relief

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