Anyone who has struggled with an eating disorder knows that it's not about the food. Food is used as a buffer against those uncomfortable and painful feelings we try hard to suppress. Spangle not only digs deep into finding out why we eat when we're not physically hungry, but also gives a myriad of ways we can start to overcome our disorder, to the point where we ingest food for only two reasons: 1) as fuel, and 2)because we enjoy the taste of the particular food item.

This book discusses types of emotional eating and processes for overcoming it. It acknowledges grief and other changes in life that lead to emotional eating. It has helpful discussions about re-framing emotions and thinking about feelings. The primary focus is to address emotions.

A few interesting and useful ideas, but overall not really worth it.

A little dated with some of the recommendations when it comes to food, but I really liked the suggestions/plan of attack for dealing with emotional eating. I will definitely employ these strategies to move past my own roadblocks!

I found this book to be helpful for me and issues of overeating and emotional eating. There are concrete steps, examples, and exercises. I wanted to read the whole book before doing the exercises, but it seemed like she encouraged doing them as you read. The examples from other people's lives weren't my favorite because I couldn't generally relate, but they were useful in some instances to show how an exercise could be done. I like the set-up of the book and I think it's organized well. I'd recommend the book if you're interested in examining your relationship with food and emotions.

some really good ideas/strategies in here

Only read a few pages. Didn't like it.

This book is an excellent tool to have while journeying along the weight loss path. I found the steps and suggestions quite helpful. I intend to re-read this because I know I will gain new insights each time. This is a "must-read" for all those challenged with emotional eating or those who want sound advice and help while losing weight and keeping it off.