Eating Intuitively and Mindfully, for Metabolic & Psychological Health
What is Mindful Eating, and How Do I Practice It?
The Mindful Raisin
Are you Eating Mindfully?
- I eat so quickly that I don’t taste what I’m eating.
- When I eat at “all you can eat” buffets, I tend to overeat.
- My thoughts tend to wander while I am eating.
- When I’m eating one of my favorite foods, I don’t recognize when I’ve had enough.
- If it doesn’t cost much more, I get the larger size food or drink regardless of how hungry I feel.
- If there are leftovers that I like, I take a second helping even though I’m full.
- I snack without noticing that I am eating.
- When I’m feeling stressed, I’ll go find something to eat.
- When I’m sad, I eat to feel better.
- I have trouble not eating ice cream, cookies, or chips if they’re around the house.
- I think about things I need to do while I am eating.
- I multi-task while I am eating.
- I trust my body to tell me when, what and how much to eat.
- I recognize when food advertisements make me want to eat.
- When a restaurant portion is too large, I stop eating when I’m full.
- I notice when there are subtle flavors in the foods I eat.
- When eating a pleasant meal, I notice if it makes me feel relaxed.
- I stop eating when I’m full…even when eating something I love.
- I appreciate the way my food looks on my plate.
- I notice when foods and drinks are too sweet.
- Before I eat I take a moment to appreciate the colors and smells of my food.
- I taste every bite of food that I eat.
- I notice when I’m eating from a dish of candy just because it’s there.
- When I’m at a restaurant, I can tell when the portion I’ve been served is too large for me.
- I notice when the food I eat affects my emotional state.
Tips to Eating Mindfully