Have you ever watched kids on a teeter-totter or as we
called it when I was growing up a see-saw? If one kid is bigger than the other
what happens to the teetering and tottering? Not much, right? But when the kids are of
about equal size then the fun starts! They rock up and down with ease. But…
what happens when they want to get off? They need to find their balance and
finding that perfect sweet spot can take work. Such it is in life. Seeking and
reaching balance are worthy causes.
However, as we all know balance doesn’t come easily.
To create a
balanced life, to create a balanced relationship with food, takes effort. In creating balance it is important to take into
consideration all factors that are relevant to you. Sure you could go on a
stringent diet and refuse all social invitations and ignore signs of physical
hunger, but is that balanced? Or, you could abandon everything, dine out for
breakfast, lunch and dinner but is that balanced?
As you contemplate your next
diet, weight loss strategy or other life goal look at your whole life and ask
yourself what would you have to be or do to reach your goal while still taking
into account the other factors that are important to you? Strive for balance.
It might take some effort but in the end I believe you will be more satisfied
with the results.
Until next time,
Dr. Sheila
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