Taking time for meals—and especially lunch—is important on so many levels, Kristin. A simple, simple practice, which can feel even harder than taking time for meditation or a walk. And the point isn't even to go on any particular kind of diet. Just to make time for yourself for a warm, on-time, sit down meal. Crazy, isn't it?
Only the "discipline" to plan a warm, sit-down lunch and to follow through on it I suppose. That's where the "on-time" becomes important. So that for the rest of the day, we don't have to depend on discipline, per se, but on the physiology that supports clarity and tells us we're safe to do what we really need to do.
I had lunch today with my adult daughter. The soups were served and her hands laid out palms open and she closed her eyes. As a Mom to know my children have learned lessons in how to slow down before they eat means a world of happiness to me.
Julie you did amazing work leading by example! Thanks for sharing that. I can see her doing it as well as sense the deep pride you have in her and the rest of your children.
The loyalty test is the part that surprised me too when I first saw it. We're so good at showing up for everyone else and then wonder why we're exhausted by 3pm. Thanks for reading, Luna.
And when we’re in it, we grind or we zone out. It keeps us “safe” while busy or choosing “self care.” Hope that makes sense. Thanks for reading, Denise.
Ahhh! 😌 This is such a great post! I’m nodding and having ahas all over the place.
The takeaways I’m getting from this is that especially what you eat and more importantly HOW you eat it.. makes for the majority of your ability to function. Physically and mentally.. dare I say spiritually too? As in you do not have a direct line to sprit if you are not sure of your purpose.
Yes, it’s beyond macros and completely wholistic, working on all levels. This isn’t about food, it’s working on a deeper level of who we are (through what we already have to do—eat), opening up the pathway for the real work. I’m glad you loved this piece!
Oh, this is a fantastic (and hard for me!) reframe! I love how you position eating and the time we allocate to ourselves.
Taking time for meals—and especially lunch—is important on so many levels, Kristin. A simple, simple practice, which can feel even harder than taking time for meditation or a walk. And the point isn't even to go on any particular kind of diet. Just to make time for yourself for a warm, on-time, sit down meal. Crazy, isn't it?
Your words ring very true.
Lack of time is not the problem. Lack of discipline is.
Only the "discipline" to plan a warm, sit-down lunch and to follow through on it I suppose. That's where the "on-time" becomes important. So that for the rest of the day, we don't have to depend on discipline, per se, but on the physiology that supports clarity and tells us we're safe to do what we really need to do.
Love this
thanks for reading, Dana.
I had lunch today with my adult daughter. The soups were served and her hands laid out palms open and she closed her eyes. As a Mom to know my children have learned lessons in how to slow down before they eat means a world of happiness to me.
Julie you did amazing work leading by example! Thanks for sharing that. I can see her doing it as well as sense the deep pride you have in her and the rest of your children.
I love how you reframed lunch as a loyalty test. I can relate. Thanks.
The loyalty test is the part that surprised me too when I first saw it. We're so good at showing up for everyone else and then wonder why we're exhausted by 3pm. Thanks for reading, Luna.
The idea that fog can be protection makes a lot of sense. Thanks for sharing.
And when we’re in it, we grind or we zone out. It keeps us “safe” while busy or choosing “self care.” Hope that makes sense. Thanks for reading, Denise.
Yes, it makes sense.
Ahhh! 😌 This is such a great post! I’m nodding and having ahas all over the place.
The takeaways I’m getting from this is that especially what you eat and more importantly HOW you eat it.. makes for the majority of your ability to function. Physically and mentally.. dare I say spiritually too? As in you do not have a direct line to sprit if you are not sure of your purpose.
Loved this 🥰
Yes, it’s beyond macros and completely wholistic, working on all levels. This isn’t about food, it’s working on a deeper level of who we are (through what we already have to do—eat), opening up the pathway for the real work. I’m glad you loved this piece!
🙏 thank you so much for this message! It resonates with me and I just had an eye opening experience. Ah!