What Replaces Food in Your Life?

[cseidman 175]

I'm 5 days post surgery, emotional and nauseous, and these responses are making me cry. Joyful tears, of course. At this point, obviously, I'm just trying to let my body heal, but I'm definitely making plans for replacing my food addiction. I know there will be challenging days. today was actually the first time I felt a desire to eat something (chips and salsa) and the remorse of not being able to. For me, food has always been a boredom buster. I'm a stay at home mom and there's only so many tea parties and Lego sessions I can tolerate before my brain starts screaming for stimulation. My plan is this: I'm rediscovering an interest from my younger years. I considered majoring in art in college, but ended up going a more sensible direction. This fall, I'm returning to school for art classes. Not to pursue a degree, simply to pursue a passion. My hands will be occupied with pencils and paint brushes instead of popcorn and pizza. I'll be standing at my easel instead of sitting on my couch, and it will stimulate me intellectually and creatively. For exercise, I'd like to give taichi a try. Many, many years ago, I earned a black belt in taekwondo. I loved it and practiced regularly for 10 years. Part of the love though was the people I trained with. They were like family. So, whatever exercise regimen I pursue, I realize that the social piece of it is going to be essential for me. Finally, travel. The kids are getting older now and I dream of taking them to beaches, zip lining in Costa Rica, and train tours in Europe. Feeling fit and healthy and comfortable while traveling is a huge incentive for me!

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