Eat Slowly
The enjoyment you have from eating food doesn’t make you a foodie.
If the gratification you get from food leads to a dissatisfaction from the way you look, then it may be time to change the way you eat and think about eating.
Comfort foods are like a drug that temporarily shift your focus from the problems you’re trying to run away from into an addiction that will cause more short & long term problems.
Weight gain isn’t the problem, it’s a symptom.
Whether you’re unhappy with your job, career path, significant other, family or friends, the fact remains that eating because you’re stressed or anxious is not going to solve the symptoms.
If good habits follow good habits, the same is true about bad habits.
Food can make us FEEL better or worse.
Are you aware of the foods that have a positive effect on your stomach and mood?
What about the foods that make you feel sluggish or cause an upset stomach?
Ideally, you’re going to eat when you’re hungry and stop when you’re full.
So why do you eat when you’re bored and stop when you feel pregnant?
This is a question I’ve asked myself numerous times.
I’ve also found that when you ask silly questions, your brain gives you a silly answer.
When you have nothing better to do, instead of eating, ask yourself what’s something you enjoy doing that doesn’t add calories? You can build on this and think about cooking a meal that has less calories and still tastes good.
In the same context, how can you stop eating past full if your fullness cues aren’t working?
Eat Slowly
Put your utensils/food down and pause for a moment after each bite.
Easy?
Eat Slowly Without Distractions
On top of eating slowly, put your phone away/turn off the TV.
Easy?
Eat Very Slowly, Without Distractions, and with Full Presence and Attention
Notice your food’s taste, texture, and smell.
Savor each bite like you’re doing an expensive wine tasting.
Pause after each bite and notice the thoughts and feelings attached.
If you need help with deciding which foods you’re currently eating that help or hurt you, send me an email & let’s figure it out together.
