when we keep track of our progress, we become more mindful of our successes, as well as where we can improve. Keeping a food journal is a fascinating and often sobering exercise.
Before you grab something to eat, take a moment to ask yourself, “why am I eating now?” Chances are, you are not in the kitchen due to hunger – you could be bored, or angry, or tired.
By setting time aside to do nothing but eat, alone or with family, we can be more aware of how much we are consuming and enjoy what we are eating.
Allow yourself to spend at least 20 minutes focusing on your meal by paying attention to the foods on your plate. Become aware of foods’ smells, flavors, colors, textures and sounds – you’re likely to appreciate each bite more by eating mindfully and being satisfied with less.
Eat slowly and mindfully, and notice how you feel when you eat until you are simply no longer hungry, rather than eating until you’re stuffed. .