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[Leslie]

Eating With Awareness 

We all have them, those irresistible foods that we can't seem to eat enough
of. If we're not paying attention as we eat them - perhaps because we're
watching TV or doing work at our desks - we may look down to find we've
eaten three helpings of lasagna or an entire bag of chips. 

One way to prevent this kind of overeating is to practice eating with
awareness, or "mindfully." When you eat mindfully, your aim is to focus
solely on the here-and-now experience of eating - the sight, flavor,
texture, and aroma of the food, plus the thoughts and feelings you have as
you eat. 

This week, use the following tips to help you practice mindful eating: 

*	Eat only when you are seated at your kitchen or dining room table.
Don't eat while watching television, reading, standing by the sink, driving,
lying or sitting in bed, or doing anything else that requires your
attention. 
*	Don't get carried away by the conversation. Of course it's nice to
chat with company while you eat, but don't get so wrapped up that you forget
to notice and enjoy your food. 
*	Before you start eating, take a few deep breaths. As you eat, put
your utensil down between bites. Take time to really savor each mouthful. 
*	Take a moment to assess your hunger. Are you a little hungry?
Moderately hungry? Ravenously hungry? 
*	As you eat, pause to check in occasionally with your hunger. Aim to
stop once you feel satisfied rather than eating until all the food is gone.
Push your plate away, and give your body 15 to 20 minutes to register
whether or not you are still hungry before you eat more. 

Over time, learning to eat in the moment will help you break free from
mindless eating and make your meals more enjoyable and satisfying. 

 

 

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Today's thought: I'm determined to make it, no matter what!

Today's thought: I will take dieting one day at a time, one pound at a time!

Today's thought: Dieting doesn't happen on its own. It takes a conscious
effort!

Today's Affirmation: I am cutting out the excuses.

MN 0323 Champlin  

http://www.tweetwhatyoueat.com/  

 

 

kops roseLeslie K, MN 323 Champlin, Leader

WWW.TOPS.ORG

2009

Starting January weight ......................................229.80

Starting August Weight........................................225.40

Starting September Weight ..................................231.00

Starting October Weight.......................................232.00

Starting November Weight...................................231.80

Starting December Weight ...................................

Short-term Goal...................................................199.00

Goal....................................................................
140.00

Number of lbs. to lose for short term goal..............35.20

Number of lbs. to lose for long term goal ..............94.20

 

Last Week Weigh In................................................231.20
November 5, 2009

November 12, 2009.................................................234.20

Weekly Pounds gain.....................................................3.00

Weekly pounds Lost..................................................000

Total Monthly Pounds lost........................................ 000

Total Monthly Pounds gained....................................3.00

 

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