Timbits

So, I just had a wonderful little break with my friend. We had decaf coffee and just gabbed. She was on her way to a colloquium series on campus, and event which I rarely attend due to lack of general interest. She invited me and I was about to say "No, thanks" but then she mentioned that there would be Timbits there. I nearly started running to the colloquium as I imagined myself shoving one after another into my mouth. I would not have gone for the content of the lecture, but I would have gone for the doughnut holes.

I share this afternoon's internal conflict with you because my automatic reaction was quite surprising to me. (Apparently my sugar cravings are not yet gone completely.) To me, my reaction reflects my previous automatic response to when I would hear of (free) foods that are tasty (and usually sugar loaded) and what I would have been willing to endure to get them (a lecture on a topic of general non-interest to me).

Reactions are habit. I know that I will change this habit, but it will take time. I have to be patient with myself. However, I think it is useful to be aware of how we are likely to react. This way, we can be better prepared to cope with these situations in the future. Practice makes perfect (well, nobody's perfect).

Also, I also think it is important to think these reactions through - especially when we can isolate them to a specific food or food type (not so easy in a buffet situation). This helps us become aware of what our 'triggers' are.

I think that it is also important to recognize that the 'old' you would have done that, but today you are working on an improved you. I support the new you.

Have a FANTASTIC evening!
CZ