I ordered the polenta. I can’t do stewed fruit any more (too much sugar on TOP of the carbs!) It had goooey melted cheese and a splash of olive oil. OMG. SO SO decadent. I tasted a spoonful. I almost died from ecstasy. It was soooooooo good. I licked the spoon. I put it down and talked to my friend. We got all involved in the conversation. I had another spoonful. In the end, I had maybe 4 spoonfuls of this stuff and I was full. And happy. I was done. I asked them to take the bowl away, which still had at least half left.

I have NEVER experienced polenta like that before. I thought of you and the pleasure principle.

Also I still maintained my weight this week. That made me happy. (did I mention I also had pizza one night?) Part of me is feeling kind of — “Oh I got away with it!” I feel like there’s something a little off about this thinking. Probably better to think, I enjoyed my food, it was yummy, I exercised, I stayed healthy yay! But part of me is kind of rubbing my hands together, thinking, I GOT AWAY WITH IT.

What say you?
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@ Julie — Mindfulness is definitely key!! And I do find there are many people who eat for comfort who don’t even realize it. That’s what I love about my job, helping people “see” things, as only then they can begin to make some changes.

@ Trish — do try to find out the “why”. Emotions are a huge trigger for many people. When you eat (even snacking) take a moment to think about why you’re eating: are you hungry, or just dealing with an emotion?

@ Darya — thanks for your support! You’re blog is such a good read it makes me proud you enjoy mine too

@ Catherine — Planning is a great way to avoid just grabbing whatever is available, and there’s something to be said about knowing that your next meal is planned. Definitely helps take out the stress and makes eating & cooking more controlled and enjoyable.