I definetly do the same thing.Eat out of boredom or for energy. The last week has been crazy at work,so when I get home I have dinner then sit on the couch.Once I'm there I need a 'snack' but then I overeat and feel gross. I have trouble telling myself no. I like the idea of brushing my teeth instead though, might give it a try

To avoid binge eating, I try to make sure that I've eaten small meals throughout the day. Then, I'm never left too hungry and feel like I need to eat a lot to fill up.

This is going to sound a little strange, but, when you're bored and you feel like you need to eat, go brush your teeth. I find that the act of brushing my teeth makes me feel like I've just finished a meal (and therefore don't need to eat) and the taste of toothpaste in my mouth makes me less likely to crave food. Then - and this is the most important part - find something to do. Anything. Just keep yourself busy and, eventually, you'll find you've forgotten about the food.

Me too. I often wonder why did I eat that? Or why did I eat so much of that? Or why did I eat that so fast? Hmmpf. In fact I'm feeling bloated right now.

I have this same problem. I am a stress eater, or I eat out of boredom. The most effevtive way I have found of avoiding binge eating is to go for a walk, or run. If you don't take any cash with you you can take the time to think about why you want to binge, and you can't even stop anywhere while you are out. Just take the time to go through why you are feeling low. And mentally prepare yourself for not giving in to the cravings when you get back. I also don't keep any junk in the house. I know I can't resist it so I don't have it around.