Hello, Friend!
Thanksgiving is a time to gather, connect, and savor delicious food. But for many, it comes with a side of food guilt—worrying about eating “too much” or whether they “earned” their meal.
Here’s the truth: You don’t need to earn your food or feel guilty for enjoying it. One meal doesn’t define your health—balance is about the bigger picture.
This Thanksgiving, embrace joyful eating with these simple tips for a guilt-free feast:
1️⃣ Listen to Your Body: Tune in to hunger and fullness cues. Eat when you're hungry, stop when you're satisfied, and savor every bite.
2️⃣ Focus on What Brings You Joy: Choose the dishes you truly love, and enjoy them guilt-free. Skip the ones you’re eating just because they’re there.
3️⃣ Pause for Gratitude: Before diving in, take a moment to appreciate the abundance, the hands that prepared the meal, and the joy of gathering together. Gratitude transforms how we experience food.
4️⃣ Release the Need to Punish Yourself with Exercise: Movement is a celebration of what your body can do, not a punishment for what you ate. Skip the post-meal guilt and find ways to move that feel good, not obligatory.
When you approach the holiday with mindfulness and gratitude, you’ll find yourself more present and connected—not just to the meal, but to the people and moments around you.
Here’s to a Thanksgiving filled with joy, connection, and balance!
Vicky Cleary, Stress Management Coach
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