Dr. Elizabeth Vance, PsyD, LCSW
🛡️ Verified ClinicianLicensed Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist
Dr. Vance is a licensed clinical psychologist and somatic therapy pioneer with over 14 years of clinical outpatient experience. She specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), somatic down-regulation techniques, and values-based emotional regulation frameworks.
What is definition of Mindful Eating in Mindfulness Techniques?
Mindful eating is a practice of slowing down and fully immersing oneself in the experience of eating, with a heightened awareness of the senses and the present moment. It involves paying close attention to the colors, smells, textures, and flavors of the food, as well as to the sensations that arise in the body during the act of eating. Mindful eating also involves acknowledging and observing any thoughts, feelings, or cravings that arise in relation to food, without judgment or attachment. The purpose of mindful eating is to cultivate a more conscious and balanced relationship with food, promoting a greater sense of enjoyment, gratitude, and connection to the nourishment it provides.
