Wednesday, November 26, 2014

Own the Decision



Hello and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your families.
This is a wonderful time of year, one where we enjoy time with family, time away from work, watching football, shopping, and EATING!
This brings me to a very important idea to focus upon.
We know that we are going to enjoy the feast.  We know that there will be food and drink available that may not be the best choices for our dietary plans and overall health and wellness.
Should we feel guilt or shame with the things we decide to put in our mouths and down our throats?
No, or even, Hell No.....  If you have studied psychology or follow Dallas and Melissa Hartwig at the Whole 9 (or have even attempted the Whole 30 Challenge), you know that there is a huge mental component not only with the foods we eat but also the decisions that go along with those choices.  The BEST thing we can do when we make a decision is to think about it, follow through with it, and be "ok" with that decision we acted upon.  Own the decision.  Have strength in your commitment.
Be positive and let your body know that it's going to efficiently take everything nutritious out of whatever you just ate and use it in an effective manner for your body.  I can assure you if you have a positive mental attitude about your food choices it will make you physically feel much better. 
Don't feel shame, don't feel like you're doing something wrong, and don't say, "I shouldn't be doing this," "this is going to go straight to my thighs," etc.  These are silly ideas that place negative energy around what should be a good experience with family and friends. 
Know that one meal is not going to wreck your hard work.  Enjoy yourselves and eat some good food.  If you have to, take a short walk with the dog or family post-meal to burn some calories (sugar).
Understand that this doesn't mean you allow the wheels to totally come off and the next thing you know you're locked in a closet with a big bag of doritos, snickers, and 3 liters of Diet Coke. 
Be smart but enjoy this holiday meal. A piece of pie is legal.
We eat healthy and move our bodies to be physically, mentally, and emotionally in a better place.  We want to feel good and be happy so we can do the things we enjoy.  And usually, being with friends and family, the people we love, is something we enjoy.  Let your guard down a little but always stay cognizant of your choices.  Own them!

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