Impulse Control at the Thanksgiving Table: How to Stop Overeating

Welcome to the Empowered Eating Holiday Edit!

Ever found yourself going back for seconds… and thirds… only to end the night uncomfortably full and regretting it later? I’ve been there too—plate after plate of mashed potatoes when what I really needed was comfort, not another serving. But instead of finding peace, I found myself stuck in the spin cycle of overeating, guilt, and swearing I’d “start fresh on Monday.”

Sound familiar? Or maybe you’ve seen a family member ride that same teacup spin. Either way—you are not alone. And the good news? There’s a way off that ride.

In this episode of The Empowered Eating Holiday Edit, we’re tackling impulse control at the Thanksgiving table—because it’s not just about willpower or saying “no” to pie. It’s about understanding what’s happening in your brain, body, and emotions, and learning how to make empowered choices that let you actually enjoy the holiday without the crash, guilt, or food hangover.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why holiday eating often feels like a “perfect storm” of impulse + environment + emotions.

• The brain science behind impulsive eating (your Prefrontal Cortex, Amygdala, and Hippocampus explained—no PhD required).

• Practical, bite-sized strategies for navigating the Thanksgiving table with confidence.

• How to swap guilt and restriction for presence, joy, and empowered choice.

✨ Key Takeaways

• Impulse control isn’t about denial—it’s about creating the space to make intentional, values-aligned choices.

• Food can be joy—not the thing that drags you down.

• With a little awareness and preparation, you can leave the table feeling connected, energized, and proud of how you showed up.

🎁 Special Holiday Invitation

This season, I’m bringing you more than just pep talks. I’ve taken the best of the Well-Fueled Academy and the personalization of one-on-one coaching to create the Empowered Eating Academy—a four-month program designed to give you the education, support, and accountability you need to finally feel at home in your body.

And here’s the holiday bonus: if you join before December 31st, you’ll receive a free GI-MAP test (valued at $400!) to kickstart your health in the new year. Spots are limited—so consider this your official invite to step into 2026 feeling healthy, energized, and confident at the table (and beyond).

👉 Click here to join the Empowered Eating Academy