EnGage in the practice of eating mindfully

Begin by exploring your piece of candy, using as many of your senses as possible.

• Pay attention to how the wrapper looks.

  • Notice its color and design.

  • Notice how it feels to hold the candy in your hands.

• Slowly unwrap the candy, taking your time. 

  • What sounds do you hear?

  • What textures do you feel?

• Smell the candy. What do you notice?

• Plan to take at least 2 bites to finish.

• Take your first bite.

  • Chew very slowly, noticing the sensory experience of chewing and tasting.

  • You might want to close your eyes to truly focus on the sensations.

• Notice the texture of the candy. How does it feel in your mouth?

• Notice whether the intensity of its flavor changes or remains the same.

• Slowly finish this first bite, being aware of the simple sensations of chewing.

• Swallow carefully.

• Now, take your second bite.

• As before, chew very slowly while paying close attention to the sensory experience of eating.

  • How is the texture this time? What body sensations do you notice as you chew?

  • Does the flavor shift or change as you focus on it?

  • Swallow slowly, and notice the sensations in your mouth, throat, and stomach.

    Well done!

    You have focused on the present moment as you mindfully enjoyed this piece of candy.

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