Mind. Body. Emotions.
Have you ever experienced a sudden change in your emotions or thinking after eating food?
I have. I have experienced a calming of thoughts and a release of nervous emotions after eating nourishing food. This change happens because the mind, body, and emotions require nutrients to sustain themselves.
The body requires nutrients for cells in muscles, bones, organs, and skin to grow, heal, and stay alive. It requires nutrients like protein, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. (I learned this when I was diagnosed with severe osteoporosis. My body was lacking nutrients because of my eating choices. Over multiple years of eating regularly and giving my body many different nutrients from real food, my body has been rebuilding. Now I eat for energy and strength rather than for fun.)
The mind requires nutrients for processing internal and external information with clarity. Functions like thinking, focusing, and decision making happen with more ease when nourished with lots of nutrients. (Whenever I think I should not eat or I should restrict eating, that is a sign that my mind needs nourishment. When my body lacked nutrients, my mind lacked nutrients. I used to lie to myself, and I believed the lies. Being nourished supports my capability.)
My emotions love nutrients for practicing awareness of 1) feelings in myself and others, 2) handling situations, and 3) staying confident. (A few years ago, I thought I wanted to die because of my feelings from a heartache. But I intentionally nourished myself with walking to work through nature, earning money cleaning, honoring my commitments, and eating nutrient dense meals regularly and consistently.)
I prepare food remembering I am feeding many parts of me. My meal choices are intentional and meaningful.
Welcome to eating well with me.
Stacy
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*I share my experiences and my perspective. Eating and healing look different for everyone. If you are struggling with food or your relationship with your body, please find support. You don’t have to do this alone.