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Day 29: Embracing New Habits and Exploring Mindful Movement

A content woman takes a tranquil winter stroll, wearing headphones, a scarf, and mittens. She's wrapped in a warm coat, embracing the crisp air of a snowy landscape. Snow-laden trees and benches line the path, creating a serene, almost magical winter wonderland. The soft glow of the morning light and her gentle smile reflect a moment of peaceful solitude and enjoyment of the season's beauty.

Introducing a New Habit: Eating Until Satisfied

Today marks the beginning of a new habit in the program: eating until satisfied, a concept for me that feels more challenging to me than eating slowly. While I've grown to appreciate the practice of slowing down and savoring my meals, the idea of recognizing when I'm satisfied rather than full adds a new layer of mindfulness to my eating habits. Thankfully, the program offers practical tips to gauge satisfaction levels, encouraging a deeper connection with my body's signals. 

I'm intrigued by the suggestion to start with smaller portions and the challenge of leaving food on my plate, a notion that contradicts the "clean your plate" mentality many of us grew up with. This habit encourages a shift from quantity to quality, focusing on the experience of eating rather than the amount consumed.

A New Phase in Workouts: Walking Guided Meditation

This week also introduces a new phase in the workout regimen: walking guided meditation. The concept of combining movement with mindfulness is fascinating to me, I have never done that before and it is certainly offering a fresh perspective on meditation.

Although the recommendation was to practice this outdoors, the morning's chilly walk with my dog at the lake led me to opt for the treadmill. The experience of focusing on my breath and observing my thoughts while in motion was unique, though slightly interrupted by a minor canine mishap towards the end.  I ended up revisiting this walking meditation tonight before bed, as I was hoping for a more serene experience to close the day and I was right, it was much better to be alone vs having the dog in the room taking my attention away from things.

Reflections on the Day

Today's introduction of eating until satisfied and the transition to walking guided meditation represent significant steps in my journey towards holistic wellness. These new practices challenge me to deepen my mindfulness, both in how I nourish my body and how I connect with my mind and surroundings. The journey of mindful eating is evolving, now emphasizing not just the pace of eating but also the attunement to my body's needs. 

Meanwhile, integrating meditation with movement opens up new avenues for mindfulness, making it a more dynamic and adaptable practice. As I navigate these changes, I'm reminded of the program's holistic approach, encouraging growth, adaptation, and a deeper understanding of my own habits and responses.

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