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Is there a difference between hunger and cravings?

Is There a Difference Between Hunger and Cravings?

By Jessie Sholl

Yes, physical hunger is the body’s need for nourishment, while a craving is a desire for specific food and may be emotionally driven.

How can I tell if I’m hungry for something other than food?

How to Recognize and Satisfy ‘Heart Hunger’

By Jessie Sholl

People tend to associate hunger solely with physical nourishment, however, it is important to acknowledge what’s referred to as “heart hunger.” Learn more about how we can nourish this type of hunger.

why do I crave salty foods?

Why Do I Crave Salty Foods?

By Jessie Sholl

It may be a signal of low blood pressure or adrenal dysfunction, says our expert.

how does chronic dieting affect appetite and hunger?

What Is the Impact of Chronic Dieting on Appetite?

By Jessie Sholl

Missing a meal now and then won’t harm your hunger cues, but routinely repressing or ignoring them can scramble the body’s signals. Here’s what’s happening.

why do I still feel hungry after eating?

Why Do I Sometimes Feel Hungry Immediately After a Big Meal?

By Jessie Sholl

It may have something to do with what you ate — or didn’t eat.

what is physical hunger?

How to Identify Physical Hunger

By Jessie Sholl

Physical hunger is the sensation that signals you to eat when your body needs nourishment. However, there are many underlying factors that contribute to this feeling.

what is my hunger actually telling me?

9 Common Questions Answered About Hunger Cravings

By Jessie Sholl

If you’re feeling famished you probably need food, but sometimes hunger and cravings can clue us in to what we need — physically and emotionally. We just have to tune in to our body.

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4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Expressing a Strong Emotion

By Jessie Sholl

Practicing healthy emotional expression helps us to acknowledge our emotions without letting them control us. Use these questions to determine the most appropriate way to express your feelings in any situation.

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How to Face Your Fears: 3 Expert Tips

By Jessie Sholl

Directly expressing our feelings of fear can help build trust and intimacy in relationships. Here are some strategies to face your fears.

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How Can I Help My Child Understand and Manage Their Emotions?

By Jessie Sholl

Here are five steps to help teach emotional literacy to your kids.

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4 Steps to Let Go of Guilt and Shame

By Jessie Sholl

Brené Brown, PhD, suggests that embracing our vulnerability can help us develop “shame resilience.” Learn how.

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How to Deal With Sadness and Grief: 4 Expert Tips

By Jessie Sholl

These strategies can help you cope when feelings of sadness arise.

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How to Deal With Anger: 3 Expert Tips

By Jessie Sholl

Strategies to help stay in control when feelings of anger arise.

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6 Difficult Emotions and How to Deal With Them

By Jessie Sholl

We often resist challenging emotions, like anger and sadness, but embracing and accepting them is a key step toward wholeness.

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What to Do When Someone You’re Dating Ghosts You

By Jessie Sholl

Getting ghosted can be upsetting, even for the most resilient of people. Try these simple strategies to move on.

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How to Use Dating Apps More Mindfully

By Jessie Sholl

Online dating offers a world of potential at your fingertips, but it can also lead to stress and anxiety. Our experts share advice for dating more mindfully.

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How to Cope With a Toxic Friend

By Jessie Sholl

Maintaining healthy social ties is crucial to our well-being, but some relationships may not be giving you the best energy.

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When Not to Apologize

By Jessie Sholl

There are some cases in which an apology is not the most appropriate gesture, says psychologist Molly Howes, PhD. Here are three examples.

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What Is Your Apology Language?

By Jessie Sholl

Just as we all have a primary love language, we also have an apology language, and it can shape how we approach mending a rift.

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4 Ways to Be a Good Friend

By Jessie Sholl

To have good friends, you must be a good friend. The following telltale signs are adapted from Andrea Bonior’s The Friendship Fix.

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