You're Not Crazy! It's Perimenopause with Jenny Smith

#28: Emotional Eating & Cravings: What’s Really Keeping You Stuck? with Karen Donaldson

September 1, 2026·53 min
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Have you ever thought, “I know what I should be doing, so why can’t I just do it?” In this episode, Jenny is joined by holistic energy healing practitioner and registered dietitian Karen Donaldson to explore why changing habits, emotional eating, cravings, and even the way we respond to stress isn’t always as simple as having more willpower. Karen shares how our past experiences, emotions, and deeply held beliefs may influence the way we think, feel, and behave, even when we consciously want to make a change.Jenny and Karen also explore the connection between emotions and the body, why certain patterns can feel so hard to break, and the healing modalities Karen uses with her clients, including EFT, Emotion Code, and muscle testing. If you’ve tried all the things but still find yourself falling back into the same patterns, or you’ve wondered if there might be something deeper keeping you stuck, then this conversation may give you an entirely different way of looking at change.Connect with Karen Donaldson here: Website: https://karendonaldson.thinkific.com/Connect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingGet Jenny’s Free Protein Guide Here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

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