Friends –
December is here, the holiday season is officially upon us, and it feels a bit bewildering. Many of us (myself included) are having trouble distinguishing one day from the next. Traditions have been broken, new habits have been formed (not always great ones…), and many of us feel a bit lost.
Enter mindful eating. Whenever I begin to feel lost or a bit unhinged, I try to return to my mindful eating practices. Mindful eating can help you to stay healthy and even lose a little weight. It can also help ease anxiety and calm the mind.
Try viewing each meal as a scheduled break in your day. A true break – meaning put down your phone, step away from your computer, and create some quiet. Pause, wash your hands, take several deep breaths, and explore a moment of gratitude before eating. Relish each bite – take in the aroma, the flavor, and the texture. Put down your fork or spoon in between each bite. Take your time.
When we truly pay attention to our body’s signals, as well as the food we eat, we end up eating less. When we slow down, we allow our bodies to properly digest and we know when we’re satiated. Also, eating a meal slowly allows our mind to calm and refocus.
In short – a mindful eating practice can provide healing for the entire body. Give it a try and let me know what you think.
Happy holidays to everyone!
Sending you love and health.
Love,
Soupermom
*NOTE – Soupermom is not a licensed dietitian, doctor, personal trainer, or anything like that. She’s just extremely knowledgeable about healthy living!! But if you slip and fall while taking her advice, it is not her fault!
Marilyn Polon (Soupermom), Co-Founder and CAO (chief anxiety officer) has been worried about Soupergirl since the company launched in 2008. Actually, even before that. Her career has also been random and fascinating. After twenty years as a speech therapist, Soupermom changed careers and became a volunteer coordinator. She then had a wonderful stint as a docent at the Corcoran Gallery of Art. She was then dragged out of retirement by her daughter who insisted that they start a soup company. Could that be any more random?
All of the company’s recipes come from Soupermom’s kitchen. Honestly, she’s a testament to the power of healthy eating. Her hobbies include really long hikes, walking, doting on her granddaughters, and coming up with new recipes for Soupergirl. She is also a guru of all things health related but gets the words to every single song she sings incorrect. All of them. Loudly. Lastly, her laugh is contagious.