Mindful Eating Can Elevate Your Holiday Indulgences

It's easy to overindulge during the holiday season, so here's how to enjoy your food—without going too far

The endless snacks and sumptuous meals can take a toll if we don't tune in. Milan Ilic Photographer/Shutterstock

It’s hard not to overindulge during the holiday season ... at least for me. This time of year is full of temptation, from yummy baked treats, to special holiday feasts, to champagne- and wine-filled parties. The added stresses of holiday shopping, out-of-town visitors, and multiple social gatherings can all be triggers for us to eat without thinking. In short, we are not truly aware of what and how much food we want and need.

Mindfulness—that is, non-judgmentally paying attention to what’s happening while it’s happening—can help. Here are four mindful eating tips for the holidays that could help you enjoy your food, without going too far.