How is your relationship with food? With so many distractions vying for our attention every day, it’s easy to prioritize everything else over our eating habits and mindfulness.

Mindful Eating means paying attention to what you are eating. 

It is a practice that involves being fully present during mealtime, savoring the taste and texture of your food without any distractions. 

This practice helps you lose weight, improve digestion, reduce binge eating, and lower stress levels. In addition, it allows you to foster a healthier relationship with food.

Here are some techniques to try at home:

• Eat Slowly: When we eat too quickly, our brains don’t have time to register when our bodies had enough. Eating bit by bit can help you feel satisfied sooner and prevent overeating.

• Avoid Distractions: Put down your phone, turn off the TV, and take a break from multi-tasking during meals. Sit with yourself and take a few breaths before you start eating. This practice helps you tune into your body's needs and permits you to take a break from the demands of everyday life. 

• Pay Attention: Enjoy the taste, the smell, the texture of the food, and where it comes from. Focus on the sensations it produces inside your mouth. Think about the farmers and workers responsible for harvesting the ingredients and appreciate that you can take time to savor it fully.

As you become more mindful of your eating habits, you’ll naturally become more aware of what you eat. 

You can improve your meals by adding more fruits and fresh vegetables. 

It allows bridging communication between you and your body's needs. You gain all the health benefits for your body plus a healthier mind. 

Creating an environment where you can relax and take your time to be fully engaged is incredibly important for your mental health. The more distractions and unnecessary demands you bring yourself, the more unproductive and overwhelmed you feel.

Did you know that Reiki is also an incredible tool for mindful eating? It promotes relaxation, reduces stress levels, and increases awareness of the body's needs. 

It makes it easier to become more aware of your physical sensations and helps identify emotional triggers that could eventually lead to unhealthy habits. 

You will find yourself asking better questions like "What do I need, and when do I need it?” 

Practice mindful eating with this simple guide and share your experience!

If you are ready to explore how Reiki can support your journey toward a healthier relationship with food and your body, please don't hesitate to contact me.