69. Bad Habit? Or Protective Mechanism?

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Jenn explores how common bad habits often serve as protective mechanisms against uncomfortable emotions. She discusses how behaviors like emotional eating, people-pleasing, and procrastination are attempts to shield ourselves from difficult feelings, and offers strategies to become more aware and break these cycles.Key Points: 1. Bad habits as protection: Many habits we consider "bad" are actually attempts to protect ourselves from uncomfortable emotions. 2. Examples discussed: - Emotional eating - People-pleasing - Procrastination 3. The short-term relief vs. long-term consequences of these habits 4. Strategies to break the cycle: - Practicing mindfulness - Identifying root causes - Developing healthier coping mechanisms - Seeking supportWe hope this episode was helpful to you. If you would like more information or to connect with Jenn directly, please use the following links:Email Jenn: [email protected]: www.jenncody.comFree Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FHfollowyourbliss/ We talk about:intuition, women's empowerment, self trust, self development, women's wellness, coaching, confidence,Thanks for listening! Connect With Me:📩 Join my email list: https://www.solutionsforscale.com/subscribe📱 DM me on Instagram: @solutonsbyjenncodyIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend who needs to hear this message!🎧 Subscribe to and Review The Create Your Day Podcast on:📌 Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Buzzsprout