What to Do When Chocolate Feels Like a Fire Alarm in Your Brain
- nscoaching5
- Aug 11
- 2 min read
You know what used to send me into full-on danger mode?
A box of chocolates.
Not because I was allergic. Not because I don’t like chocolate (I looooove chocolate). But because my brain saw it as a crisis.
A code red.
Like the moment you get back from summer vacation and open your inbox.Like walking into your kid’s school supplies list and realizing you forgot everything.Like a fire alarm blaring in your head, but made of sugar and guilt.
The second I received one, my thoughts kicked in fast:
- Danger! Danger! Must remove temptation!
- Eat them quickly, get them out of the house, restore order!
- Return to safety. Routine. Control. Phew.
It was like someone handed me a live grenade… tied with a pretty ribbon.
But now? The chocolate box isn’t an emergency. It’s an experience.
No more rushing.
No more hiding the wrappers.
No more starting over on Monday.
My thoughts sound more like:
🍫 “Hmm… I wonder what this one will taste like?”
🍫 “Ooh, I hope it’s one of those crunchy hazelnut ones!”
🍫 “That was sweet of them to offer.”
🍫 “...Nope. That one tastes like disappointment in a wrapper.”
No more guilt.
No more struggle.
Just curiosity, hope and yes! joy.
And the best part? I don’t have to “get rid of it” to feel okay.I can just… have one. Or not. There’s no more drama.
Honestly? Peace with food tastes way better than panic ever did. Who knew???
So if you’re ready to stop the food fight in your head (even when chocolate shows up out of nowhere or after camp pickup, or while packing lunches...):
Join Me: Free Webinar On Tuesday 19
If you’re ready to stop overeating chocolates, I’m teaching a free live webinar on Tuesday August 19 at 8AM EST / 2PM CEST:
How to Stop Overeating for Good… Without Feeling Deprived
🕑 8AM (EST) / 2 PM (CEST) / 5 AM (Pacific — yes, pajama-friendly!)
Online: join from anywhere (even your couch with messy hair)
We’ll talk about:
✅ The 5 hidden traps that make most women overeat (you're probably caught in at least one right now)
✅ The 3 simple secrets that turn cravings off… even during summer stress
✅ How to finally eat with peace, not guilt, without giving up your favorite foods (yes, even ice cream at the beach)
Plus: I’ve got a special gift for live attendees only.
Spots are limited, so grab yours now:
Let’s finally fix this (chocolate included).
With love (and snacks),
Nan
I’ll show you how to feel calm, clear, and in control, without fear, doubts, or emergency plans.
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