Challenges with Eating Out

I'm on vacation this week.  I'm thrilled to be down 1.5 pounds from last week, but afraid I'll regain it this week because of plans to eat out.  I know how to do this.  I know how to look at menus and make good choices.  But, one thing that I hope to achieve this week is eating CONSCIOUSLY.  So often I sit down, eat, and don't even pay attention until the last bite.  Now, I'm becoming aware about half-way through the meal.  So much that I read says to eat S-L-O-W-L-Y and to really enjoy each bite.  When I remember to do this, I really do eat less because I am more satisfied.

I haven't exercised yet today because it's been a travel day.  And, I've only had 4 1/2 hours sleep (early flight and couldn't fall asleep) so I know this can contribute to pour eating habits.  But, I am AWARE of this, so hopefully I'll just end up going to bed early.

Tonight is Fondue.  I will go easy on the cheese, have vegetables and only a piece or two of bread, enjoy the salad (dressing on the side) and have one or two small pieces of something dipped in chocolate for dessert.  I'll forgo the glass of chardonnay for water, and eat slowly.  This is even harder when I am with others because the conversation can be a distraction.