This latest podcast episode on intuitive eating was recorded about a month ago before the pandemic was in full force and ironically, the principles of intuitive eating are even more relevant during this period of huge change and uncertainty. Intuitive eating may sound like eating what you want - when you want - all day every day. Not quite. The concept is instead a set of principles rather than rigid rules to help you manage your physical and emotional health by listening to your psychological cues.
The basis of intuitive eating is not only about food choices but also lifestyle choices guided by self-awareness, self-acceptance and being kind to yourself. This leads to better decisions that create more joy and happiness in your life and hopefully higher levels of physical and emotional wellness.
I’m sure this concept is very welcome for busy people and families at the moment. Many of us find ourselves thrown into a new existence - working from home while homeschooling, worrying about jobs, finance and the back-to-back cooking. During this pandemic many of us will be struggling to accept these new rules and restrictions placed on us but with gentle acceptance, comes a sense of calm and clarity of thought and this enables us to adjust routines and plans in the most helpful way. Indeed, you may find yourself reaching for more comfort foods at the moment - being mindful of this is the first step towards making better decisions and an awareness of how your choices will impact your mood and energy afterwards. I’m finding great solace in my daily tea and chocolate at 4pm but I also sense it’s becoming a habit which I may need to reel back at some point.
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