🍫 What Bridget Jones Would Say About Easter Overeating

It’s the day after Easter, and maybe there’s a trail of foil-wrapped chocolate bunnies and mini eggs left in your kitchen or in your belly. Maybe you're sitting there thinking, “Why do I always do this?”

If so, you’re not alone. And you’re definitely not broken.

In fact, this is the exact kind of moment our fictional friend Bridget Jones would totally get.

Remember her? Pajamas. Ice cream tub. Power ballads. A little drama, a lot of self-doubt… but still showing up.

And honestly, she’s the perfect reminder that we’re all just human—especially when it comes to food.

Why We Feel Out of Control Around Food (Especially on Holidays)

Easter, like many holidays, is a perfect storm:
➡️ Special treats you don’t usually buy
➡️ Social pressure, family dynamics, or even loneliness
➡️ That little voice saying, “You shouldn’t…” (which, let’s be real, makes you want it even more)

Add all that up, and suddenly what started as “just one mini egg” turns into “I’ll be good tomorrow, so I might as well finish the whole bag.”

Sound familiar?

This is what I call the guilt-binge spiral, and it’s not the chocolate’s fault.

It’s Not About the Chocolate. It’s the Story We Tell Ourselves.

Let’s say you ate more than you planned. Maybe a lot more.

The moment that turns into a binge usually isn’t when you’re eating. It’s when you say to yourself:
“I messed up.”
“I have no willpower.”
“I’ll start over Monday.”

That story triggers the spiral, not the snack.

What Would Bridget Do?

Okay, maybe she’d cry a little. Maybe she’d call her mum. Maybe she’d play All By Myself again.

But then… she'd keep going. She’d dust herself off (eventually). She’d probably make a cheeky joke about it. And most importantly she wouldn’t give up on herself.

And neither should you.

How to Get Back to Food Freedom After a Binge or Overeating Episode

Here are three things that help - not hurt - after a weekend like Easter:

1. Pause without punishing.

Instead of jumping into a detox or swearing off chocolate, take a breath. Ask yourself:
"What was I really needing when I reached for that food?"
Maybe it was comfort. Maybe it was connection. Maybe… you were just hungry.

2. Drop the drama.

You didn’t ruin anything. One day (or one weekend) doesn’t define your health—or your worth.
Food isn’t good or bad. It’s just food.

3. Take a kind next step.

Not a drastic one. Just a kind one.
A glass of water. A walk. A nourishing meal you enjoy. A moment of rest.
No “reset” required, just reconnection.

You’re Not Alone, and You’re Not Failing

If Easter left you feeling bloated, blah, or like you're “starting over” (again), take this as your loving reminder:

You’re doing better than you think.

You’re unlearning decades of diet culture. You’re figuring out how to trust your body again. And that takes practice, not perfection.

So channel your inner Bridget, messy hair, chocolate-stained fingers and all, and keep going. With humor, honesty, and a whole lot of self-compassion.

You’ve got this. 💛

With love,

Your Health Coach, Silke 💖

P.S. Don’t forget to share this with a friend who might need a little inspiration on their weight loss journey! 💌

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