EP #23: Conditioned eating

What time is it where you are right now? Is it mealtime? How do you know? So often we eat because of the time or because others are eating or because others are encouraging us to eat or because we’re afraid of what others will think of us if we don’t. Many times we eat because we see an ad or pass something that looks good or smells enticing. Sometimes we eat when we’re not hungry because we’ve been told that eating at certain times is good for us and will speed up our metabolism. Sometimes we eat because food is in front of us or because someone said we shouldn’t waste food. Sometimes we eat just by virtue of location—we’re at the movies, or the ball game, or on vacation. Sometimes we eat just by virtue of location—we’re at the movies, or the ball game, or on vacation. Sometimes we eat because of the day of the week—Wednesday is Wing Night and Friday is Pizza Night. Sometimes we eat because the season or occasion—it’s a special holiday or celebration, or it’s a summer treat or a winter tradition. Sometimes we eat because something’s on special at the checkout or caught our eye down the aisle. Sometimes it’s because someone you love and who loves you baked something fresh. Sometimes we eat as a form of rebellion for all the times we’ve been told we can’t. What to do? Listen to the episode to find out! Get full show notes and more information here: https://www.holdingthespace.co/23