Managing temptation

So, if you are like me...you have cravings, a bit of a sweet tooth, a bit of a crunch craving and general cravings overall. Well, as I am into day 2 of my 10 day clean eating challenge I was feeling pretty good. Then out came all the cakes from the Duncan Hines cutting (my company makes Duncan and often does testing) , and the extra lunches left from the lunch meetings , sandwiches, chips, deserts, soda. So much for feeling good. Now, i turn my mode into will power. Can i make it through this day without "dabbling".

Normally, i am a big believer in everything in moderation and dont deprive yourself. However, when you are really trying to reach a goal and your in a challenge

thats not that long. STICK WITH IT. That food is only on your lips a few moments but the guilt will last the rest of the day. At least for me it would. 

So, i am snacking on my fruit and veggies and staying at my desk. FOCUSED.

For the rest of you that aren't doing a crazy challenge heres some tips to stay on track without depriving yourself!

TAKE A WALK

I did this today. Get away from it. Refocus and decide if thats what you really want.

HAVE A BIG GLASS OF WATER

Many times we are dehydrated, not hungry. Try this first... Then have something healthy. Still want that snack? Think about it

SAMPLE AND SAVOR
Ever heard of the 3 bite rule? The 1st bite of something has the most flavor and delights your taste buds. The 2nd bite has less flavor than the 1st. The 3rd bite has even less flavor than the 2nd. If you have more bites, the flavor will be minimal and the same level of enjoyment just isn’t really there anymore. You're just eating to be eating beyond that. So, take a very small amount of the dishes that interest you the most. Eat slowly. Savor them!