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Originally Posted by ADL
2. Orthodox Jews believe that over these holidays we cannot use electronics or money which means no driving, TV, music or shopping to take my mind off of eating. Just tons and tons of free time confined to the house with lots of amazing food and family that, let's face it, can drive me pretty crazy.
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My in-laws are Reform, but I'm pretty familiar with the idea of tons and tons of free time confined with delicious food and crazy-making relatives.
My answer for dealing with this one is lots of long, meandering walks. Long enough that no one wants to come along (except my spouse, who also wants to escape the family) and meandering enough that if anyone decides to follow us, they'd be out of luck. Getting lost is a bonus!
I also tend to wander around with a glass of flavored water (mineral water with lime/lemon/orange dropped in is my first choice, but I'm flexible). A half glass of the worst wine available will do in a pinch. When the urge to put something in my mouth kicks in, I drink some water, or chase my piece of fruit with a straw. When I need to escape "Oh, I need to refill my water!" or "Y'know - this really needs more lime." Someone new always seems to distract me before I make it back.
I have little rituals for long meals with many traditional delicacies I'll have to partake of. I put my fork down between bites and don't pick it up again until I've swallowed. I participate in conversation between bites. Everything that can goes on the plate before I eat it. It's all designed to make me eat more slowly - both so I can feel full, and so we can move on to the next course.
Good luck!