"OK, I am going to start this post off by publicly admitting to a not-so-perfect habit, and I'm doing so only because I know that most of you reading this probably do the same thing. For the past few years, I've been eating most of my meals while staring at my laptop (hello, Netflix). Of course, when part of your attention is elsewhere, it is hard to be mindful of what you're eating."
"But just today-because my robot vacuum cleaner was zooming around in my usual eating location (hello, first-world problems)-I was forced to take my meal elsewhere. I chose a cute little black chair next to a large sunny window (sans any devices), and proceeded to have one of the slowest and most mindful meals I can remember having in recent history."
"The meal was not only mindful, it was also deeply enjoyable. When you live in the Pacific Northwest, soaking up every moment of sun almost becomes second nature. And because every bite of my meal was savored without distraction, I was satiated at the end and didn't find myself craving more food than I needed. Oh, and bonus, I also came up with the idea to write this very post :)"
Small modifications to daily routines can create space for greater mindfulness. Choosing device-free, quiet locations for meals allows focused attention on flavor and texture, producing slower, more enjoyable eating and greater satiety. Moving away from screens and multitasking restores calm and clarity and can spark creative ideas. Dependence on devices fragments attention and reduces shared, communal mealtime practices. Brief mindful pauses during the day reduce stress and improve satisfaction with ordinary activities. Prioritizing single-tasking and simple behavioral adjustments supports appetite regulation, less unnecessary snacking, stronger social connection, and a deeper appreciation of everyday moments.
Read at Psychology Today
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