Mindless Eating

I am reading the E-Book, 'F*ck Calories, for the second or maybe the third time since downloading it.  This is a free download, and there is some potty mouth language in it.... but the overall book is a funny look on food, diets, and the nonsense that runs rampant in the industry.

One of the many things that the author discusses is when and where to eat......

-- NEVER EAT IN FRONT OF THE TELEVISION!!

This leads to mindless eating.

I too am guilty of this.... the eating in front of the television part.  
Living by myself, with the two cats, at times leads to eating in a room with some noise to generate the sense of companionship.  I am stepping away from this habit, and eating in my kitchen.... setting the table, creating a course meal with a salad or soup, or both, a veggie and meat-based side.  OR I am eating on my deck.  Summer is approaching quickly and it provides opportunity to enjoy some down-time on the deck and enjoy the coolness of the summer nights.  I can also avoid the cats jumping in my lap to help me eat, by eating at a table.  AND..... I can sit and enjoy a glass of wine, or a beer..... and just enjoy the end of day.

I am learning that this is delaying my TV time.... and in turn, creating a more active lifestyle....
Instead of feeling obliged to continue watching TV for the rest of the evening, I am getting out and walking after dinner.

**Note:  During the week, I am coaching until 8.45pm.  When I arrive home after coaching, I might enjoy a piece of fruit, or a small salad, if I am hungry.  I eat based on hunger level, as one of my iron laws is -- EAT when I am HUNGRY.  DON'T EAT IF I AM NOT.-- **

I am finding I have more time, when I am not using the television to keep me company.
AND I am seeing that I am spending more time in the kitchen and enjoying the food I am preparing.

I also view the computer like the television.  When I am eating, the computer is OFF.  The phone is in the other room.  Distractions are minimal, and I am actually enjoying my food.  I tend to eat less.  And I feel better.

I trust as I continue to develop these new habits, this will help me in my 60# weight loss goal.