I'm trying to lose weight, what's there to do besides eating..?!

I'm trying to lose weight, what's there to do besides eating..?

i'm a emotional eater and i eat when i'm bored, i try to work out but usually after my workout i grab a snack. what' s the best weight to control my eating. also, my family has a lot of unhealthy food around, i already talked with them but i have a big family and it's not fair that they have to stop eating junk food just because i dont want it...

according to nutritional experts, 75% of overeating is caused by emotions. So don’t worry, if you suffer from emotional eating, you are not alone.

Rather than munching, it's better to develop new skills for dealing with boredom, self-esteem issues and stress. Try to pinpoint the major reasons for your stress or unpleasant emotions, and see how you can turn the tide. Here are a few suggestions to combat your emotions:

Go for a walk or jog. Physical activity relieves stress.
Do deep breathing and relaxation exercises
Keep a reminder of your goal handy
Talk to a friend
Surround yourself with positive re-enforcers, like pictures and people
Keep a journal that includes your best personal accomplishments
Track your eating patterns, including when and why you pick up food.

Even if you can't get the junk food out of the house you could try to stock the fridge with healthy alternatives, foods that have good nutritious value, are smaller in size, and will not pack on too many calories. Here are a few food suggestions to keep within arms' reach:
Apple or orange slices
Carrot sticks
Banana
Broccoli
Whole wheat toast
Bran muffin
Fruit smoothie
Applesauce