Hello hello! Sorry I was MIA yesterday. I had a day of crappy eats and didn’t really want to own up to it. By crappy I mean Chinese take-out and drinking eggnog out of the carton.
Guilty as charged 
I ordered Pei Wei and for some reason I ordered it extra spicy and it was killer! I loved it though 
Intuitive Eating – Phase Two of my path to Intuitive Eating was Observation. I think Phase One was learning about Intuitive Eating and realizing I need help.
I first learned about Intuitive Eating around March. I read the book and then went to see Evelyn Tribole R.D. – one of the authors. She is a therapist and R.D. and I love her approach to weight loss via Intuitive Eating.
But, after going to her for a while she realized that I had a lot going on at the time – wedding planning, shopping for a condo with Ben, job searching… – yeah it was crazy times!
So Evelyn suggested I take a break from focusing on food and weightloss and enjoy all those exciting things going on in my life. I reluctantly agreed and we decided I would come back once everything slowed down.
Since that time I’ve been living my life and just observing my habits – good and bad. I try not to judge because the book does tell you to be a neutral observer and not to be critical (that is hard).
Well, observation time is over! I have identified my good habits, bad habits and Intuitive Eating obstacles. Now we are on to…
Phase Three: Living like an I.E.
I am ready to put everything I’ve learned over the past nine months into practice. This means eating when I’m hungry, sleeping or taking a break when I’m tired and expressing my feelings instead of eating. 
I bought this white board so I can identify my feelings when I’m in the kitchen. One of the exercises Tribole taught me was to check in with myself at various times throughout the day and identify how I feel. Being aware of where I am at helps me recognize if I’m on the path to an emotional/tired eating day.
Yes, I put up the board with dirty old shoe laces. If you have a better suggestion I’d love to hear it. And please don’t suggest I just wash the shoe laces because I am lazy.
So, I’m going to check in with myself via this board throughout the day. I know it sounds a little very controlling and little crazy, but this is what I need right now. Peace out.
Breakfast and running! I almost forgot this is a food and fitness blog not just a crazy girl talking about her disordered eating habits blog.
I did 6 miles and it was great! Today is an absolutely beautiful day. I even got a little too hot with all my layers on! Love it.
Well, truth be told that new Kashi cereal is almost halfway gone. I love it. A little too much actually.
I made a yogurt bowl with strawberry Chobani, banana and cereals. I also added some almond butter to the spoon 
And while I’m in love with the new Kashi Crisp cereal - I am not loving this Nature’s Path one. I expected more raisins and clusters – and the pumpkin seeds are completely MIA. Boo. I usually love N.P., but I won’t be getting this again. 
Happy Monday
Christmas is only 11 days away!!! Are you done with your shopping yet?!?!
Guilty as charged
I ordered Pei Wei and for some reason I ordered it extra spicy and it was killer! I loved it though
Intuitive Eating – Phase Two of my path to Intuitive Eating was Observation. I think Phase One was learning about Intuitive Eating and realizing I need help.
I first learned about Intuitive Eating around March. I read the book and then went to see Evelyn Tribole R.D. – one of the authors. She is a therapist and R.D. and I love her approach to weight loss via Intuitive Eating.
But, after going to her for a while she realized that I had a lot going on at the time – wedding planning, shopping for a condo with Ben, job searching… – yeah it was crazy times!
So Evelyn suggested I take a break from focusing on food and weightloss and enjoy all those exciting things going on in my life. I reluctantly agreed and we decided I would come back once everything slowed down.
Since that time I’ve been living my life and just observing my habits – good and bad. I try not to judge because the book does tell you to be a neutral observer and not to be critical (that is hard).
Well, observation time is over! I have identified my good habits, bad habits and Intuitive Eating obstacles. Now we are on to…
Phase Three: Living like an I.E.
I am ready to put everything I’ve learned over the past nine months into practice. This means eating when I’m hungry, sleeping or taking a break when I’m tired and expressing my feelings instead of eating.
I bought this white board so I can identify my feelings when I’m in the kitchen. One of the exercises Tribole taught me was to check in with myself at various times throughout the day and identify how I feel. Being aware of where I am at helps me recognize if I’m on the path to an emotional/tired eating day.
Yes, I put up the board with dirty old shoe laces. If you have a better suggestion I’d love to hear it. And please don’t suggest I just wash the shoe laces because I am lazy.
So, I’m going to check in with myself via this board throughout the day. I know it sounds a little very controlling and little crazy, but this is what I need right now. Peace out.
Breakfast and running! I almost forgot this is a food and fitness blog not just a crazy girl talking about her disordered eating habits blog.
I did 6 miles and it was great! Today is an absolutely beautiful day. I even got a little too hot with all my layers on! Love it.
Well, truth be told that new Kashi cereal is almost halfway gone. I love it. A little too much actually.
I made a yogurt bowl with strawberry Chobani, banana and cereals. I also added some almond butter to the spoon
And while I’m in love with the new Kashi Crisp cereal - I am not loving this Nature’s Path one. I expected more raisins and clusters – and the pumpkin seeds are completely MIA. Boo. I usually love N.P., but I won’t be getting this again. 
Happy Monday 
Christmas is only 11 days away!!! Are you done with your shopping yet?!?!