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You don’t need to stop eating all of your favorite foods in order to manage your weight.

Instead of avoiding yummy treats such as ice cream or chocolate-chip cookies, plan them into your program.

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Imagine drinking a delicious cup of coffee, tea, or even hot chocolate. As you sip on this hot beverage, you smile with pleasure.

The drink feels quite soothing and nurturing, even comforting. This special treat reaches your soul, helping you feel relaxed and fulfilled. [Read more…]

Did you taste it? Really taste it?

If you aren’t sure if you’re actually tasting your food, try “savoring” it. It’s a great way to increase awareness of your food. [Read more…]

I don’t agree with diet advice that says you should NEVER do anything else when you are eating.

Certainly, to eat with awareness you have to pay attention to what’s in front of you. But that doesn’t mean you can’t focus on other things as well. [Read more…]

Bob had developed the habit of doing a lot of things at the same time.

While he was eating dinner, he would read the paper, watch the news on TV and try to talk with his family. [Read more…]