Yeah--I deal with emotional eating all the time.
Here are some simple tips:
1. Before you pop anything in your mouth, ask yourself if you're hungry.
2. Write a list of at least 5 things you can do instead of eat when you're not
hungry==do them!
3. When around your MOm, have an anchor in your pocket that you can
touch to remind you not to eat--anything--a rubber band, a paper clip.
4. Drink some water=--you'll be amazed at how this distracts and works.
5. Get moving! Exercise is a great distractor
6. I also find playing cards or crocheting gets my mind off food--even if I
play a card game on the computer.
And finally--keep telling yourself that your long term goal is so much more important than these short term pulls to food that you're having. So much of what I do is mindless and I know I need to keep on top of my emotions.
:
Turtles--we can do this!
Princess, I hope you're feeling better and the docs and physical therapy are helping you move toward healing . I'm sending
and
to you.
You've been on my mind this whole holiday season. Take care and feel well soon.
To all the Turtles--I love your honesty and helpful support and good questions asking for help. We've got a great group here so
to us.
Judy
I have thought about hauling out my cross-stitch stuff and doing that. I can only do it in little bits at a time because of that stupid rheumatoid arthritis, but I used to LOVE doing it. 
