Stay Attuned ™: The E-zine for Nourishing ConnectionsYour journey to freedom from food and weight struggles presents an opportunity for not only a new relationship with food, but also a new relationship with yourself and others. Ultimately, it is a journey of nourishing connections with yourself, others--and yes--even food. Stay Attuned™ is committed to supporting you in this journey and to helping you develop nourishing connections that will last a lifetime. Remember, a journey always starts with one small step.... From fellow travelers,
Nourishing Nuggets
“The greatest gift I could ever give you would be to see yourself
through my eyes.” ~ Unknown "Each day comes bearing its own gifts. Untie the ribbons". ~ Ruth Ann Schabacker Reflections for Staying Attuned
What’s the best gift you ever received? Why was it so special?
Most likely it stood out as special because, in the receiving, you felt special. Most likely, it was not so much what you received, but that you felt seen by the gift giver and aware that your needs and wants were considered. Ultimately, in receiving this special gift, you felt a nourishing connection with the gift giver. When our needs and wants are noticed--accepted--by the gift giver, the gift feels special; we feel special. Acknowledging this and experiencing enhanced nourishing connections, helps us to understand how important it is to feel accepted, to honor needs and wants. In the midst of giving to others at this time of year, consider--without judgment or shame--tending to your own needs and wants with the generous spirit of the best gift giver. Giving is the “soul food” that feeds our relationships with others, and it starts with giving to yourself. Taking care of yourself this holiday season may be the best gift you give. It also just might be one of the best gifts you receive! Stay Attuned TipDuring this stressful season, consider what gifts you might give to yourself that will acknowledge your needs and wants. Make sure you are nourishing yourself with food, rest, and down time. Slow down when you reach the buffet table and decide what you really want, what will really nourish you, and then honor your body's signal of fullness. At an under-nourishing party, allow yourself to go home early and curl up with that book! Stay Attuned Affirmation "I include myself on my gift list ." What's New at Nourishing ConnectionsWe’re including ourselves on our gift lists by nourishing ourselves with a bit of rest. So--nothing new at Nourishing Connections this month. Wishing you a nourishing holiday and an attuned New Year! Feedback and ClosingWelcome to our new subscribers, and hello to current members! Stay Attuned™ exists for you. If you have ideas for topics or feedback (did you try an idea? how did it go?), please write us at ideas@nourishingconnections.com. Spread the WordFeel free to forward this E-zine to others. We just ask that you keep the E-zine intact, including contact and copyright information. For any other use, written permission is required. And thank you for sharing Stay Attuned™! Subscribe or UnsubscribeTo subscribe (to join), email join-stayattuned@list.nourishingconnections.com. To unsubscribe (be removed from list), email leave-stayattuned@list.nourishingconnections.com. Delivery Problems If you experience delivery problems, check here. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Stay Attuned™ is written by Karin Kratina, PhD, RD © Copyright 2005. Dr. Karin Kratina and Amy Tuttle. All rights reserved. ~~~~~ DISCLAIMER: This information is not intended to constitute a
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