Here are exercises to practise mindfulness when not eating.
Breathing focused. “Slow your breathing. Expand your belly with each
exhale. Allow your tummy to expand with each exhale. This relaxes the
brain-gut nerves.
Relaxation techniques. One leading muscle group is tightened and released
for 20 seconds. Notice how muscles relax after a contraction.
Take a 5-minute mindful walk. “Use your senses,” Burton Murray advises.
“Leaves are what colours? Where are the cracks? Who knows? A breeze?”
Yoga or Tai Chi. Both martial arts involve deep breathing and body feelings.
Journalize. Describe your day. Include what you saw, heard, smelled, and
felt.
Only spend some days being mindful. Build from small moments. The more
conscious you are during the day, the more aware you’ll be while eating.
You may also make better food choices.
Breathing focused. “Slow your breathing. Expand your belly with each
exhale. Allow your tummy to expand with each exhale. This relaxes the
brain-gut nerves.
Relaxation techniques. One leading muscle group is tightened and released
for 20 seconds. Notice how muscles relax after a contraction.
Take a 5-minute mindful walk. “Use your senses,” Burton Murray advises.
“Leaves are what colours? Where are the cracks? Who knows? A breeze?”
Yoga or Tai Chi. Both martial arts involve deep breathing and body feelings.
Journalize. Describe your day. Include what you saw, heard, smelled, and
felt.
Only spend some days being mindful. Build from small moments. The more
conscious you are during the day, the more aware you’ll be while eating.
You may also make better food choices.
