Every evening, millions of people unconsciously open a packet of cookies or take out a chocolate bar in an attempt to erase the traces of a hard day at work.
Food becomes a universal language of emotions – it consoles after quarrels, celebrates successes, fills pauses in loneliness.
Even happy moments in life are often accompanied by the desire to “sweeten” the victory.
Psychologists note that food rarely solves a real problem.
It only temporarily dulls the internal discomfort, thereby creating the illusion of control.
Making a conscious choice can help break the vicious cycle. This means that instead of going to the bakery, you should put on your sneakers and take a brisk walk through the nearest park.
Physical activity triggers the production of endorphins, which act as a natural painkiller.
A good option is swimming or yoga. They switch the focus from mental pressure to bodily sensations, returning a sense of harmony.
Experimenting with alternative rituals opens up unexpected possibilities.
A fragrant bath with salt, ten minutes of meditation to the sound of rain, drawing abstractions in a notebook - even small changes gradually rebuild behavior patterns.
The key is to find an activity that gives you instant gratification without the guilt.
The first week will be a challenge, but within a month your brain will begin to associate relaxation with new, healthy habits.
Author: Elena Shimanovskaya
