All I want to do is eat!

Have you ever uttered
”All I Want To Do Is Eat?”
Try this before heading to the pantry.

We all know that our minds can develop the habit of using food as a go-to comfort tool. During those moments of discomfort when one snack turns into a snack-fest that last until you finally go to bed, it’s important to stop and find the source of the discomfort. 

Here is a quick checklist for you to use the next time you are pounding out a trail from your pantry to your fridge.

Is it Physical Discomfort?
Are you too hot? Too cold? Is the clothing you are wearing uncomfortable or restrictive? Do you have a headache or some other bothersome but mild physical pain? Are you dehydrated?
If yes, put the cookie down and help your physical body feel more comfortable. Many times, we are busy and just ignore these mild discomforts but there is a part of you that is stlll very aware of it.. and that same part of you controls your autopilot habitual actions and behaviors. If food is it’s autopilot program.. guess what you are about to do?.. yes eat!
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Is it a Mental Discomfort?
Is your mind tired? Have you been thinking and or sitting in front of a computer all day? Sometimes we can be really into what we are doing and ignore our minds when they are becoming tired or exhausted. Since our minds don’t typically speak up and say, "Hey dude.. I could really use a break right now", instead, you find yourself grabbing the chip bag to help you push through those mental tasks. 
Next time, recognize if you’ve been at it for a while mentally, and you are really wanting those Miss Vickies Jalapeño Kettle Chips, it’s time to give your mind a rest. Walk away from the computer screen. Go do something mindless and enjoyable for awhile.

Is it an Emotional Discomfort?
Time to check in on how you are feeling internally. Are you bothered? Upset? Angry? Worried? Sometimes if we aren’t conscious and aware of our emotional state it can trigger our need for comfort.. to just feel better. 
If yes, put the ice cream back and go have a talk with yourself instead. Maybe keep your journal in the freezer where you used to keep the ice cream. Do what I call a Mind Dump and just allow your mind to say anything and everything that it is thinking..just listen and write. I’ve got a whole course written to help you release and comfort yourself emotionally without using food.
​It’s called the Learn to Tidy and Relax Your Mind. You can check out the first 3 days free with no expectations or obligations to do more.

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