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• reminder that habits are maintained through consistency and routine. don’t rely on motivation and don’t expect the you of tomorrow to be stronger than who you are today. be realistic and think strategically; be honest with yourself, your strengths, and weaknesses.
before delving in have a plan. don’t make it overwhelming and be realistic to your abilities. you can design your plan to be turbulent, assertive, or based on reward and punishment. however, remember to push yourself, it won’t be comfortable. it never was.
* mindset — controlling your urges around food is the ultimate sign of control. this includes; eating too much, eating too fast, eating unconsciously, and eating too sloppily. if you are able to take control of these, not only is it socially attractive—
—it’s also good for your mental and physical health, and encouraged by many religions such as christianity, hinduism, islam, and general spirituality. these should be your driving factors to stay consistent.
the way you eat determines how you care for yourself. a sloppy eater that eats too fast, too much, and unconsciously is socially unappealing even platonically. someone who is able to eat conscious of the quality rather the quantity of their food on the other hand is respected —
if they’re able to push aside temporary urges for the well being of their body it’s even better. developing these habits are encouraged by religions; as more control over your hunger is seen as a stronger connection to the divine. you’re pure and have a clear mind in return.
i assume i don’t have to waste space on explaining the effects on your emotional and physical health. so let’s just move on. in order to take control of food rather than letting control you is remembering what it is at its simplest.
food is a means to survive. food isn’t meant to be comfort, fun, or entertaining. food isn’t something to obsess over when there are people who need it the most. however, let me clear up that cooking is fun, food isn’t. dining with family is, food isn’t.
there’s a difference between appetite and hunger. do you wanna know how to tell them apart? let’s say you’re craving something unhealthy. now pretend a plain salad was also available to you, are you also craving that salad?
if not then you’re not actually hungry. if you were truly hungry you’d eat anything that fills you up and replenishes your body. if you were to eat for the sake of taste that is just appetite. not being able to or wanting to be aware of it is a sign of weakness and tells people—
that you are indifferent about yourself and your body’s long-term state. so how do you begin taking control of these?
1. begin by removing temptation. get rid of anything that tempts you and if you live with anyone else tell them that you are being conscious of your health.
1. begin by removing temptation. get rid of anything that tempts you and if you live with anyone else tell them that you are being conscious of your health.
it shouldn’t be an issue as non-disordered people still practice these habits.
2. have an arrange of foods that you will eat. they don’t have to be necessarily healthy, just make it so that they fill you up and are convenient.
2. have an arrange of foods that you will eat. they don’t have to be necessarily healthy, just make it so that they fill you up and are convenient.
3. have rules while you eat. chew for at least 30 seconds, drink water between bites, and be aware of how you eat. don’t zone out, to make it more pleasant dine with a friend. these probably seem disordered to you, but just know that a lot of people were taught these growing up.
4. when battling appetite, don’t obsess over the thought of eating. if you catch yourself mindlessly coming back to it drink some water and tell yourself to not worry. i usually meditate on youtube or put a really good song on max volume. you can also study, take a walk, etc.
• there are many successful people but at the end of the day we all have 24 hours. what you make of your time will improve or minimize the quality of your life. don’t sulk around because you’re too tired or “hungry.” instead turn to other forms of fun and entertainment.
study a language, read, call your friend, play with your pets, draw, exercise, be in nature etc. all of these are more beneficial than the temporary taste of a dish.
it’s helpful to plan these things out. plan scheduled meals and have rewards for yourself to keep you going.
it’s helpful to plan these things out. plan scheduled meals and have rewards for yourself to keep you going.
if you still struggle disconnecting from bad eating habits educate yourself. watch documentaries about health and the food industry, or perhaps just remember that when eating fast food you have no clue who’s making your meal and how they made it. or their level of hygiene.
5. when you’ve established a solid foundation you can try to cook for others, be around food, watch others eat etc. the point isn’t to tempt or test yourself. your main priority should always be you and your body. foods that will make you tired or trigger your appetite—
shouldn’t have enough control over you to stray you off your path.
this process is easier said than done but don’t make it hard for yourself. instead think of it as a new hobby, not as a chore or something to do. the rest of it is up to you.
this process is easier said than done but don’t make it hard for yourself. instead think of it as a new hobby, not as a chore or something to do. the rest of it is up to you.
if you find it hard to stay motivated remember:
• clear skin, the health of your hair, nails, eyes and lips are results of your diet.
• a healthy body is the beauty standard in most countries.
• if you can control what you put in your body, you can control anything.
• clear skin, the health of your hair, nails, eyes and lips are results of your diet.
• a healthy body is the beauty standard in most countries.
• if you can control what you put in your body, you can control anything.
• your diet will affect the outcome of your energy, physical health and ability.
• diet also affects your mental health.
• spirituality encourages self-control.
• most people in coloquial and professional relationships will find someone who has self control to be—
• diet also affects your mental health.
• spirituality encourages self-control.
• most people in coloquial and professional relationships will find someone who has self control to be—
responsible, aware, neat, and reliable.
if you have any questions you can always ask me. a disclaimer that you’re still able to enjoy foods just for the taste, as long as you monitor it’s portions and how frequently you have them. peep how weight loss wasn’t mentioned even once.
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