03/24/2022
Years of thinking about food in a restrictive manner ("I can only eat these foods in these portions at these times") can leave you stuck in a cycle that's not fun to try to break ... one.more.time.
Consider trying a different approach: adding in, rather than taking away. There are obviously limits if you have a goal such as weight loss (total calories do matter), but a shift in mindset can really open the door for sustainable change.
If you really enjoy eating fruit, consider setting a goal to pack two fruit items for your workday, or have an apple with your breakfast and take a banana for your 2pm carb craving. Maybe you still hit the vending machine or snack table in the break room, but there's a good chance you'll realize you can pass it by, even a few times a week, when you have a good option with you.
You might be surprised that doing this for a week gives you the satisfaction of success and the desire to try stacking in another good habit.
