Are you an Emotional Eater? | Waist Away

When I am going through a stressful time at work, ie a tight deadline, I find myself snacking more.

Yes
No
Varies from time to time.

Eating helps to lift my spirits when I am lonely.

Yes
No
Maybe.

I am more likely to overindulge when I am alone, as opposed to with other people.

Yes
No
Depends on the situation.

If I am worried or afraid of something, I will eat to console myself.

Yes
No
Maybe

My holidays and celebrations are always centered around food.

Yes
No
Some holidays, but not all.

I eat more than usual when I am at home with nothing to do.

Yes
No
Just the weekends.

I feel like an indulgent snack will lift my mood if I am feeling blue.

Yes
No
At different times in my life

I look forward to celebrating with food when I have a great day.

Yes
No
Reserved for special moments.

I see food as a way to pass time when it is passing slowly, ie on a long road trip.

Yes
No
If I am traveling by myself.

I’ve eaten just to "show them" or "teach them a lesson"

Yes
No
Only when I am really upset.

If someone disappoints me, I want to eat.

Yes
No
Depends on the Person

When I get angry, I know that food will help me feel better.

Yes
No
Just a glass of wine