“Just one more slice!”
Sound familiar?
If Easter fills you with a mix of joy and quiet dread, you’re not alone. Whether you’re just starting out or well into your journey, this time of year can stir up more than chocolate cravings. It can bring a lot of social pressure, especially around food.
Maybe you’ve felt it: that subtle (or not-so-subtle) nudge to eat something you’d rather not. The awkward pause when you decline a second helping. The worry that saying no will come off as rude or “no fun.”
If that’s resonating, take a deep breath. You’re not being dramatic. You’re simply trying to honour your needs—and that matters.
Easter is steeped in tradition. Hot cross buns, roast dinners, chocolate eggs… It’s a celebration wrapped in food. And with that comes expectation.
You might find yourself in situations where:
But food doesn’t have to be the main event. You’re allowed to enjoy Easter on your terms—without guilt, without stress, and without feeling like you’re constantly explaining yourself.
When something feels forbidden, it becomes louder in your mind. Slimpod helps shift this—so rather than obsessing over what’s “allowed,” you can focus on what feels right. There’s no rulebook. You can have the chocolate if you want it. Or not. Either way, you’re in charge.
You don’t owe anyone an explanation. If you’re full, “That was lovely, thank you” is enough. If someone’s pushing food, try “I’m saving mine for later!” Soft but firm works wonders. You’re allowed to have boundaries without guilt.
One chocolate egg won’t undo your progress. One indulgent meal isn’t a setback. What matters is what you do most of the time—not what happens on a single day. So, if things don’t go to plan, don’t panic. Just return to what feels good.
Make memories, not just meals. Suggest a walk, get stuck into a game, or enjoy a good chat. These moments stick far longer than what was on your plate.
If you find yourself eating more than you intended—pause. Not to judge, but to care. What do you need right now? A walk? A glass of water? A little forgiveness? Self-kindness is a game-changer. It doesn’t undo anything—it simply helps you move forward with more ease.
Let Easter be what you want it to be. Whether that’s enjoying a slice of cake or choosing not to, either decision is valid.
Joy isn’t found in forcing food you don’t want—or in missing out because you think you “shouldn’t.” Joy is in the connections, the conversations, and the quiet confidence that you’re listening to yourself.
So this Easter, tune in. Honour your needs. And celebrate your progress—whatever that looks like for you.
Simple Reflection for the Day:
Before the meal, take a pause. Ask: “What would feel good for me today?”
After the meal, write down three small wins—any moments where you made a conscious choice or showed yourself care.
You’re doing brilliantly! And this Easter, you get to decide what feels right. Check out my recent blog on food guilt below!
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23 thoughts on “Kindness to yourself is the key to conquering emotional eating”
It sounds great .. putting it into practice is the real challenge!
No – you can do it! Baby steps each day.
This is absolutely brilliant! I need to continue to work very hard on this! It’s my own worst enemy, the little devil on your shoulder that makes you doubt yourself and can cause the self-sabotage too. I’m making this a priority from now! Thank you so much Sandra xxx
Go for it Laura!
Very interesting, I am constantly criticising myself and find it extremely hard to compliment myself or accept a compliment from others. Thank you. I’m beginning by giving my inner critic a name.
Work at it and you’ll get there Joanna!
I agree Doreen I will need to really believe in this programme as I so want to be kinder to me
That’s so true for me. I have very low self-esteem and constantly beat myself up metaphorically speaking. Must try harder at this
Definitely! Go for it!
It feels as if you are talking about me like me always saying you stupid or why did you do that putting myself down.
Now you know it’s happening – turn it round.
I’m so used to being kind to others, I’m not very comfortable about being kind to myself. I know I’m doing it too. Time to change and for good. Thanks Sandra all this makes sense.
Well done Sarah!
Gosh, what you’re saying makes sense. This I will try this as I am my own enemy, over the many years being bullied and criticised I hate myself and regularly put myself down. This is going to be so hard, but I want to rid myself of this demon.
Thank you Sandra.x
Well done Julie!
Hi Sandra,
Before reading this I hadn’t realised how much my inner critic played a part in my life. Every morning I stand in front of the mirror turning to see any difference and I convince myself that there is none. When I read this I realised that’s my inner critic, so I’ve named it Sally after a very unpleasant client that we have at our salon, I hope I don’t slip up and say anything rude to her when we go back . I’ve been taking a step back to recognise over areas that she’s imposed her self on and one of the biggest was my art. I love painting and my passion for some time has been painting pet portraits and I’ve had some success with it but recent years I have lost my confidence and told myself I’m not good enough to push myself any further.
I’ve been on the Slimpod for 16 weeks now and all of a sudden things are happening but not so much with weight loss more with confidence. I think it began with Ej’s challenge with the dancing . Well I’ve now decided “I am doing this” I’ve started to push my commissions on Instagram and Facebook and I’m painting more confidently and I have 4 commissions that I’m working on. So Sally can jolly well go take a hike!! I’m going to look in the mirror and see something new about myself, my new confidence.
I’m really starting to unravel a lot of stuff, I’ve also realised that one of the things that I thought had made me stronger had really nocked my confidence in a big way…. my breast cancer. I think that I was actually pretending to everyone that I was stronger because of it because really that’s what others needed to hear. I’m stronger here and now, today, because of you sweetie and because of the wonderful family that is Slimpod.
Sorry if this was a little longer than intended, but I Got carried away.
Thank you Sandra for being so amazing
Love and best wishes, Dawn xx
Thanks for your lovely message Dawn. I LOVE watching people grow into their best selves and you’re one of these people!’well done you!’
Hello Sandra,
I have never thought of self criticism is this way but it really resonated with me. Will certainly give a good go for this week.
I am very pleased I have stumbled onto Slimpod something deep inside of me seems to be clicking with this programme. I have struggled for so and for the first time I am not being told that I lack will or back bone or all the other things that tell me I am a failure. What a relief!
Thankyou
Fabulous! Great to hear!
My inner voice will be called Lamb’s Fry. I can’t wait to try this.
Fabulous! Go for it!
How true that is – if you always are told you are stupid or worthless you will eventually start to believe its true – I know from bitter experience. Its also very hard to break the cycle – but slowly I am starting to.
Sandra – just starting as I have been too ill for the last few years so will be catching up on the programme now.