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Things to do instead of emotional eating

Kathy B.
on 2/2/12 4:55 pm - Virginia, MN

* Use body lotion
* Take a bubble bath
* Get a manicure
* Enjoy a pedicure
* Get a massage
* Go shopping
* Buy a new lipstick
* Treat yourself to some flowers
* Cuddle up with a good book
* Watch a favorite movie
* Go for a walk
* Look at the the sky
* Visit a museum
* Go to the park
* Call a friend
* Hug a tree
* Go hiking
* Hug someone
* Ask for a hug
* Tell someone you love them
* Forgive
* Count your blessings
* Make a cup of tea
* Paint a picture
* Fly a kite
* Walk on the beach
* Take a swim
* Gaze at the stars
* Watch the sun rise
* Revel in a sunset
* Snuggle up with a soft pillow
* Jump in Autumn leaves
* Listen to the birds
* Sew a patchwork quilt
* Dance
* Sing
* Watch a comedy
* Write a letter
* Listen to books on tape
* Go to the library
* Take a cooking class
* Redecorate a room
* Watch children play
* Enjoy a guided visualization CD
* Write a book
* Play a board game
* Relax outdoors
* Touch something soft
* Buy new underwear
* Buy hair accessories
* Change your hairstyle
* Ask a question
* Participate in a support group
* Give yourself a hug
* Make plans to see a friend
* Sit by a fire
* Sit quietly and listen to your body
* Meditate or visualize
* Take pictures
* Jump in a Jacuzzi
* Take a road trip
* Go to a concert
* See a show
* Take off your shoes
* Buy new slippers
* Plant a garden
* Invite a friend to dinner
* Visit the Aquarium
* Go to the zoo
* Take a trip to Disneyworld, real or in your imagination
* Write down your goals
* Buy a scented candle
* Buy some potpourri
* Go for a bike ride
* Make a pot of soup
* Do a craft
* Learn Calligraphy
* Take a class
* Send a thank you card
* Pet a cat or dog
* Hold a baby
* Take a yoga class
* Smell samples in a bath store
* Clean your refrigerator
* Start a hobby
* Go bowling
* Chew gum
* Read a biography of a hero
* Take a nap
* Go to a gym
* Enjoy a workout video
* Watch a cooking show
* Travel abroad
* Buy new pajamas
* Enjoy nature
* Learn a new language
* Start your own business
* Decorate for the holidays
* Take a day off
* Go on a cruise
* Watch the leaves changing
* Spend time with family
* Listen to the ocean
* Make love
* Do some housework
* Play in the snow
* Visit historic sites
* Go camping
* Pick berries
* Visit a farmer's market
* Buy a new dress
* Write a poem
* Go ice skating
* Write your memoirs
* Learn to dance
* Make your own jewelry
* Buy a necklace
* Volunteer your time
* Give to charity
* Pray
* Go out to brunch
* Take a risk
* Walk on a boardwalk
* Smile
* Make lemonade
* Bake cookies
* Go to church
* Visit a pet store
* Make new friends
* Watch Public television
* Go to a baseball game
* Attend the ballet
* Play an instrument
* Read to a child
* Set aside time to imagine
* Take a walking tour
* Have a birthday party for yourself
* Go on a boat
* Go fishing
* Golf
* Play cards
* Go to a wine tasting
* Take a car ride
* Buy a Harley
* Get a foot massage
* Buy a colorful umbrella
* Hang a picture
* Buy scented hand soap
* Blow a kiss at your reflection
* Learn stress relief techniques
* Get more sleep
* Clap your hands
* Go back to school
* Say what's on your mind
* Adopt a pet
* Make a dream mat
* Buy new shoes
* Play a video game
* Wear a funky necklace
* Plan a dinner party
* Make a phone call
* Watch cartoons
* Buy a plant
* Read the newspaper
* Have a girl's night out
* Prioritize your day
* Send an email
* Listen to motivational CDs
* *Listen to music
* Ask yourself the question, "What do I really want?"

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