Emotional eating isn’t just about food; it’s about what we’re feeling, avoiding, and trying to soothe. In this post, I share a personal story that reveals how misunderstood emotional eating really is, why texture matters more than we think, and how awareness and compassion, not control, can lead to lasting change.

Comparison and self-worth struggles can steal your joy faster than anything else. In this blog, I share a moment when I caught myself in 'compare and despair,' and how pausing, reframing, and choosing self-compassion completely changed the outcome.

Midlife weight gain can feel stubborn and frustrating, but it’s not a sign of failure. Shifting hormones, chronic stress, and the pace of today’s world all play a role in why your body holds on. In this post, I share a fresh perspective on weight as a messenger—not the enemy—and simple ways to reclaim peace and freedom in your body.

Explore how building your self-trust can shift your mindset from “I can’t” to “I can,” empowering you with food, body, and life choices.

Sometimes emotional eating isn’t really about the food; it’s about the triggers around us. From constant news to doomscrolling, our environment can quietly drain our energy and push us toward food for comfort. In this post, I share a personal story about frosting, the power of the pause, and how small shifts in your environment can help you reclaim awareness and break the cycle of emotional eating triggers.

Overeating, emotional eating, and binge eating might look alike, but they’re not the same. Overeating happens when we eat past satisfaction—often because the food tastes good, it’s right in front of us, or eating until stuffed has become the norm. In this post, I break down the real difference between these three habits and share how awareness can help you shift your relationship with food.

This past year, I’ve learned to embrace change, honor my body, and step fully into my fifties. From gaining weight to going grey, growing fierce has taught me seven powerful lessons about self-trust, body confidence, and living authentically. Listen to the full story on my latest podcast episode.

Motivation is overrated, and if you’ve been relying on it to fuel your health journey, it's no wonder you feel stuck. In this post, I share why motivation isn’t the real driver of change, the habits and routines that carry me when it disappears, and the powerful mindset shifts that keep me from quitting.

In this episode, I share my personal journey through menopause, the discovery of high insulin, and how getting answers brought clarity and empowerment. Instead of seeing menopause as an ending, I now view it as a milestone worth celebrating. If you’ve ever felt frustrated by your body or stuck in confusing changes, this conversation will encourage you to meet yourself with compassion, curiosity, and trust.

When I stepped on the scale and saw I was 20 pounds heavier, my old patterns wanted to take over—panic, shame, and the urge to “fix it” fast. But instead of slipping back into that cycle, I chose a different path. In this episode, I share my story, plus how one client broke through a weight-loss plateau without giving up. Together, we’ll explore what it looks like to keep showing up for yourself no matter what the scale says.

In this blog, I’m exploring what it means to feel free in your body, especially if you've spent years stuck in diet culture, emotional eating, or body shame. I’ll share two powerful moments from my journey that changed everything, including the first time I wore a swimsuit in public as a mom, and a story about my daughter that reminded me why this work matters. If you’ve ever wondered if body freedom is even possible for you, you’re not alone. And it doesn’t have to wait.

After years of following food rules and doubting your body, self-trust can feel out of reach. In this post, we explore what it looks like to rebuild it through everyday moments, small promises, and a whole lot of compassion.

If you’ve ever promised yourself you’d “do better tomorrow” after overeating, only to end up in the same cycle again, you’re not alone. This post breaks down what the overeating cycle looks like, from the triggers that start it to the shame that keeps it going, and how to begin shifting it with simple, powerful tools rooted in awareness, not willpower.

Overeating doesn’t just affect your body. It weighs on your confidence, energy, and joy. In this episode, I’ll help you understand the deeper patterns behind overeating, why self-trust is key to lasting change, and what true body freedom feels like. If you’re tired of feeling stuck, this one’s for you.

GLP-1s are changing the game for weight loss, but many still find themselves stuck in old patterns—emotional eating, body image struggles, and fear of gaining it all back. If that’s you, you’re not broken—and you’re not alone. This post dives into the deeper work GLP-1s don’t touch, and why healing the emotional roots of your relationship with food still matters.

Struggling with emotional eating? Learn how to practice the pause—a powerful, judgment-free tool that helps you check in with yourself before reaching for food. This one shift can help you feel more in control and build lasting trust with your body.

Mindful eating doesn’t mean giving up your summer favorites—it means enjoying them with intention. In this post, Emotional Eating Coach Amy English shares 5 mindful eating steps to help you stay present, recognize hunger cues, and make empowered choices—whether you’re at a cookout or on vacation. It’s not about being perfect. It’s about feeling good in your body, one bite at a time.

If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for snacks when you're not physically hungry, you’re not alone. Emotional eating is often an automatic response to stress, boredom, or overwhelm—but it doesn’t have to stay that way. In this post, I walk you through my free Emotional Eating Trigger Decoder to help you understand what’s really driving your cravings, how to pause with compassion, and how to start creating a more peaceful relationship with food.

We’re redefining confidence—not as something you see in the mirror, but something you feel in your bones. Like a strong, rooted tree, real confidence is grounded, steady, and alive beneath the surface. It’s not about perfection—it’s about presence, self-trust, and showing up, even when things feel messy. Come back to your roots. Confidence was never about how you looked—it’s always been about who you are.

If food feels like it’s running the show, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. In this blog, I’m sharing five powerful tools that helped me reclaim my power with food and finally feel calm, connected, and in control—without relying on diets or harsh rules. Whether you’re on GLP-1 meds or not, these steps will support your journey back to peace.