Wednesday, January 11, 2012




For those that have forgot how to enjoy food
A five step guide;
   For this exercise we are using strawberry but ANY food can be used.




  1. Take one bite of a strawberry and then close your eyes. Do not begin chewing yet.
  2. Try not to pay attention to the ideas running through your mind, just focus on the strawberry. Notice anything that comes to mind about taste, texture, temperature and sensation going on in your mouth.
  3. Begin chewing now. Chew slowly, just noticing what it feels like. Is there a aroma? It's normal that your mind will want to wander off. If you notice you're paying more attention to your thinking than to the chewing, just let go of the thought for the moment and come back to the chewing. Notice each sensation, sweet, tart, cold,  use your tongue and feel the texture against the roof of your mouth.
  4. In these moments you may find yourself wanting to swallow the strawberry. See if you can stay present and notice the subtle transition from chewing to swallowing. As you prepare to swallow the strawberry, try to follow it moving toward the back of your tongue and into your throat. Swallow the Strawberry, following it until you can no longer feel any sensation of the food remaining.
  5. Take a deep breath and exhale."


You are now ready to move on to your next bite! Slow down and enjoy!

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