> Mindfulness Weight Management I became aware of Mindful eating when reading an article on Mindfulness when I was snacking on a bag of chips, and I mean the whole bag.
I had about 20 pounds I couldn't get rid of, and I had no energy to do anything other than go to work, come home and collapse. I had thoughts but no energy to go out with my friends, exercise like I used to enjoy, or do anything physical.
I decided to give the idea of Mindful eating a try. I got the book the article suggested and started with a vegetable broth 3 day fast to cleanse my system and learn what foods my body actually wanted. The fast was torture, but I was determined.
During the fast I slowed down my consumption process by drinking the broth one sip at a time, instead of gulps. I could usually down 3-4 diet drinks without blinking. These 3 days, I learned to sip and actually taste the various fresh vegetable in my broth. for my evening broth, I heated eh broth like a soup and ate with a spoon. One small spoonful at a time.
I kept a journal of my feelings at this time, including my frustrations about not eating. This was my choice, I was in control, so I had no one to blame, however, I had all the power and permission.
After the three day fast, I followed the program to slowly get back on solid food. I noticed how much better food tasted when I ate it slowly, something I learned during my fast. I now chew every bite totally. In the past I would find myself putting another bite into my mouth before I had even finished the one that was already in it.
Now when I crave something likes chips or chocolate, I stop and feel my body. Am I really needing chocolate?; is it a past habit?; am I hiding from a real feeling? If I really want the chocolate after that introspection, I let myself have it, only I eat every bite very slowly and completely. I savor eve piece, and let my taste buds have a party with the flavors and texture. Sometimes, I don't even finish an entire candy bar, where in the past I could consume the giant size in nearly one gulp.
I eat my meals more slowly now, and I find they are more tasty. Or maybe, it's because I'm actually tasting them. I used to wolf down a hamburger and fries so fast that when I was done, I was still hungry. Now I don't even crave that food.
The short term result - I lost the weight and got back my energy. My eyes sparkle and my skin looks better too. I'm enjoying the food I eat and eating less, easily.
The log term result, I think will be better overall health now that I Mindfully pay attention.
(the book I read for the fast program was 3 Days to Vitality: Cleanse Your Body, Clear Your Mind, Claim Your Spirit , Pamela Serure)
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