Late night snacking can be a hard thing to beat. If you have already followed tip #7 and are still craving something sweet after dinner then it is probably emotional and not physical. Distraction can help you get past it. Write a list of things that make you feel good and bring you joy that aren't related to food and eating. Here are some of my positive, fun bringing distractions:
- Getting creative and crafty. Busting out the paints and the "Creativity" Flower Essence. You don't have to be a professional artist to express your creativity.
- Get outside. It may be a short walk, a hike, a bike ride or climbing. When I get moving I have more energy and feel good. See tip #5
- Hang out on the deck in the sun with my boyfriend.
- Read a good book or something funny.
- Call up a friend and ask for her/his best story of the day/week.
- Turn on some good tunes...loud...sing...dance
- Get out of town.
- Remember how good things actually are and appreciate that.
Create a list for yourself and have it handy for when you are feeling blah and wanting to eat the whole cake. Then once you feel good and happy have a piece of the cake and enjoy every bite. Food is about enjoyment not just nourishment and definitely not guilt.
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