Help with Holidays and those Eating Temptations

The Holidays are once again apon us, which mean fun, family,
festivity, and most of all feasting. It seems that once
Halloween is here, there is a little green light that goes off,
signaling the beginning of the Holiday buffets. Our times are
filled with family, friends, and celebration. Just the mention
of the word Holiday can bring visions of cookies, pastries,
chocolate, and any other delectable foods to mind that I have
tried so hard to stay away from. It seems that once the Holiday
parties begin, it is just a given that the Holiday cravings
should go right along with it. The good news is, there is a way
you can beat those Holiday cravings and still have a fun and
happy Holiday. It’s called EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques).

The great thing about EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is that
it is a fabulous tool you can take with you to every party,
family gathering, social event, restaurant, and any other
Holiday affair you may have to attend. The best thing about EFT
is that know one need to know but you, it’s your little secret.
EFT can help you stop a craving dead in its tracks. Keep in
mind, you will want to use EFT to deal with the underlying
reason as to why you have food cravings, in doing this, you can
create a permanent change in your eating habits, which will give
you a greater peace of mind. But at the moment, the main issue
is what to do about the overloaded table of goodies, calling
your name, just ready to jump on your plate. You need Help, now!

What Do I Do?

Start with your affirmation. Take a deep breath and begin to
TAP. You can tap right there at the table, confronting the
culprit, the table of delicious goodies. Don’t let them ruin
your evening. State an affirmation and start tapping.

“Even though I really want to eat this________, I love myself
completely.”

“Even though I am craving this________, I love myself
completely.”

“Even though the short-term pleasure of eating this________ is
call to me, I choose to honor my long-term needs and eat only
food that truly nourishes my body.”

“Even though I want to ignore the guilt that I’m already
feeling, I love myself completely.”

Feel free to say whatever you’re feeling, it’s your affirmation.
Be sure to end your affirmation with a positive statement about
yourself or how you choose to act or fell, even if you don’t
fully believe it yet.

Don’t be afraid to do several rounds of tapping if that’s what
it takes. After your done, take a deep breath, and see how you
feel. If you still are having those cravings, tap again. Be sure
to pay attention to what you’re thinking in addition to how
you’re feeling. If you happen to have new thoughts come up, tap
on those thoughts and the feelings that go with them. Tap until
you feel completely calm and can walk away from the table.

Reward Yourself!

You’ve WON, now take the time to congratulate yourself. Do a few
rounds of tapping with an affirmation that applauds you for your
success. Whether you do it now or when you get home, be sure to
do it. Resisting a craving is not always an easy thing to do. I
know, I still battle temptation at times. It happens to all of
us. If you don’t know what to say, imagine what your best friend
of husband would say to you.

“Good job! I’m so pleased with myself.”

“I honor my strength and courage.”

“I am so grateful to myself for eating well and caring for my
body.”

“My body feels so good as a result of my healthy food choices.”

Any of these affirmations are great to use in congratulating
yourself.

Remember that many of your food cravings have nothing to do with
physical cravings and are emotionally based. While many of us
will be tempted, try focusing on the real meaning of the
holdiays and you’ll quickly see that family and friends are at
the center. Take advantage of this time with your loved ones,
and to talking and being with those who you care about. You too
can be Winning At Weight Loss!

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