I am a terrible emotional eater too. My habits are really deeply ingrained, and I need lots of reminding so that I don't just go into old habits. I try to distract myself with things like doing crossword puzzles, reading, doing a task (like washing dishes or something) to the end then reassessing how I feel, exercise (takes your mind off eating and also releases feel good hormones!). If I still want it after doing that stuff, then I will indulge a little. Changing our life styles is just that, changing habits. But we can't totally deprive ourselves of all things that we enjoy food wise.