18: What to Do When Getting Dressed Ruins Your Day

What to Do When Getting Dressed Ruins Your Day

We’ve all had those mornings. You get dressed, catch your reflection — or feel your clothes pinch — and suddenly the whole day feels hijacked. The shame hits hard, especially if you “know better” and still find yourself spiraling.

Here’s the truth: you’re not failing. You’re not weak. You’re not broken.
You’re learning a new skill — and like any new skill, it takes practice.

In this episode of Talking with Emma, you’ll learn:

• Why your brain still serves up those old body-shaming scripts — even if you’ve done the work.
• A three-step tool to handle the aftermath when getting dressed derails you.
• How to bring compassion instead of criticism, and why celebrating tiny wins makes change stick.
• Real client stories of women who moved from spiraling to steady — and what progress actually looks like.

By the end, you’ll have a practical way to calm the noise, reclaim your day, and start building a more empowered relationship with clothes and your body.

If you liked this episode and want to stay connected with Emma and the tools she shares, the next best step is to download the Midlife Body Image Guide. You'll also get first access to free masterclasses on emotional eating, body acceptance, and getting obsessive food thinking out of your brain.

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