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.

Links & Resources:
🎧 Download the Midlife Self Assessment + audio guide. It helps you see what’s really driving your food and body noise — and what to do to get your calm and confidence back. 

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