This Festival, Break the “Overindulgence” Tradition
Festivals are traditionally meant to bring happiness. Among our biggest traditions, having a grand feast is inevitable. Serving and eating a variety of foods during the celebrations is considered a symbol of showing love and abundance.
Should we have to eat until we are too full to move? True celebration can actually mean being active and cheerful all through the day. This year, let us do something different. Enjoy the feast mindfully without over-indulging in food.
From Overeating to Mindful Eating
Eating mindfully doesn’t mean you need to avoid all your favourite dishes. It is all about gaining control. Enjoy your one piece of favourite sweet little by little instead of consuming 3 or 4 in a minute of time. Change your goal from “eat everything” to “enjoy everything”. Even this small shift can bring a huge difference in your blood sugars. You can enjoy all the flavours without guilt.
The Gifts of Moderation
When you eat mindfully, you are giving a gift to yourself.
- Energy: You feel fresh and energised. You can celebrate a lot more.
- Presence: You can feel light. You can have a clear mind. You can focus on your family celebrations.
- Well-being: No guilt, no regret—just satisfaction and peace with food.
Simple Tips for a Lighter Celebration
- Use a small plate: We can control our portions naturally.
- Fill half your plate with veggies or fruits: We can have more fibre, vitamins and minerals.
- Drink water often: Have 2 to 3 litres of water in between meals.
- Be flexible: If you overeat once, don’t feel bad. Just get back on track with your next choice.
During this festival, let us start a new tradition. Let’s measure our joy not by how much food we eat, but by how much energy, connection, and happiness we carry in our hearts.
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