Before you eat, look at the food and notice the colors, smells, and textures. Close your eyes and breathe in the aromas. Notice your own hunger and urge to eat. When you put the first bite of food into your mouth, notice the immediate tastes and sensations. As you chew, notice how the tastes might change or expand. Chew and swallow your food slowly, with a thought of gratitude for the hands that prepared it. As you continue to eat, notice how your stomach feels as you satiate your appetite. Be aware of feeling full, and cease eating when you are. Don’t feel obliged to overeat in order to clean
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