Happy Thanksgiving Week! Gobble, Gobble.
Today I’m sharing my healthy eating mantra for the holiday season. Specifically, this is a healthy mindset for all the upcoming holiday parties & get-togethers…
First a story: I recently had a client who was making awesome changes to her habits and mindset. She was getting healthy by totally embracing Lifestyle Nutrition instead of dieting.
But then she said this…”I’m feeling very confident in all of my new lifestyle habits, but I’m going to need lots of help when it comes to controlling myself over the holidays.”
>> Cue the record screeching! <<
After hearing that, I knew that I needed to get to work to rewire that diet culture mindset!
The holiday season is not a time to “control yourself.” It’s a time to be grateful for all we have & celebrate with our loved ones. And all your favorite holiday food can absolutely be part of the JOY of the season! Here’s how…
MY MANTRA:
“Graze Nothing & Enjoy Everything.”
Put everything you want to eat on a plate & really taste and enjoy it!
Graze Nothing:
No nibbling, sneaking, speed eating, or mindless grabbing. Grazing (even if it’s on the healthiest food) will make you feel like a sloppy, chaotic, out-of-control eater. When you put food on a plate, it immediately makes you more calm, centered, and naturally mindful.
Enjoy Everything:
When deciding what to put on your plate, choose your favorites. Don’t just pick the “healthiest” food because you think you “should” or foods you just sort of like. Instead, choose foods you really love and then slow down to taste them & truly enjoy them, without any restriction or guilt.
“Graze Nothing & Enjoy Everything.”
This mantra works for all of your holiday eating from appetizers to snacks to main meals to desserts, and even drinks. TEST this mantra over the holiday season to help you feel healthy, balanced, and JOYFUL! xx
