A Happy Holiday Season

The holidays can be such a great time of year. It's an opportunity to spend time with family and friends whom we just don't get to see enough during the rest of the year. It's a chance to reflect on our lives, to be grateful and set new intentions for the new year.

I know that a lot of people struggle with food, especially at holiday time. From Thanksgiving through New Years to Superbowl parties, this time can seem like a constant invitation to eat unhealthy foods that we try to avoid the rest of the year. People often ask me "how do I get through the holidays without eating too much junk?'

I recently shared some suggestions with Judie Hurtado when she interviewed me an article in Maplewood Patch on this subject. You'll notice that many of the suggestions will serve you well all year round, not just at holiday time. Here is some of what I shared with her in that article called "The Skinny on Avoiding Packing on the Pounds This Season."

"Make the connection between what you eat and how you feel." Rabney feels this piece of advice is something everyone should follow, holiday season or not. "Once you make that connection, it will be easier to limit the amount of foods that really aren't great for your body because who wants to feel bloated, foggy or tired on a regular basis?"

Of course, making good choices is a lot easier if there are delicious healthy options available. Rabney suggests taking every opportunity to bring your own treats to parties and gatherings. "Trust me, no one will think you're a party pooper if you bring something healthy. Not everything needs a stick of butter or pint of cream to taste good, and people often don't realize that this is the case unless they've been exposed to delicious food prepared in a health supportive way."

Be kind to yourself during the holidays. If you've made some unhealthy food choices that you're not happy about, remember that your next meal is a chance to choose a different path.

Action Steps:

- Make a decision to enjoy the holidays without feeling guilty about what you eat. - Make a plan that supports your ability to do that.

If you need some help, remember that you don't have to do this alone. I'm happy to help you.

About the Author

Randy Rabney is the founder of http://www.TheConsciousPlate.com; a company dedicated to helping people learn how to make educated decisions about their daily diet. Randy offeres a variety of signature programs, virtually and in person, where participants learn the key secrets to finally changing their relationship with food so they can easily & enjoyably shop, cook and eat!

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