Guest guest Posted March 28, 2011 Report Share Posted March 28, 2011 Congratulations Elena! I'm glad you've embraced eating for satisfaction, and more importantly, taking care of yourself! When you care for yourself--be it to truly enjoy a delicious meal, or take a time out for a good book, walk, or bubble bath to relieve stress--it pays you back and returns to your loved ones in spades. You have more time and energy for them, and I'm sure if you asked them, they would want you to " make it all about yourself " all of the time! I'm relatively new to IE, but in reading the posts over the last few weeks, I found myself obsessing over what I should or shouldn't eat and focusing more and more on food. I came to IE to stop the obsession and just try and live my life. Then it hit me. I don't have to eat what others are eating or think so much about it. I just have to relax and listen to MY body. This is MY life and I need to make it about me. Maybe protein helps you stay full for longer, but I don't always want to eat it. And I don't have to!! I also figured out that food tastes better when you are actually hungry. As a mom and wife, it's often about others. I tend not to put my needs ahead. I vow to make it all about me when it comes to eating. I love reading about other journeys, so thank you. Elena Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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