![]() Has anyone else noticed your grocery bill skyrocket while spending more time at home? I’m convinced that my kids are hungrier now than ever before. So writing them down is the perfect combination of planning and procrastinating. I have just enough brain power left to make some plans, but not enough motivation to actually do anything about them. This is the time to look up new recipes, daydream about trying something fancy, and remember back to what meals we liked last week.įor me this usually happens on Sunday night while watching TV. Usually when I plan meals for the week, I sit down with my pencil and paper, and my phone. ![]() Less immediate choice = better long term decisions When I have freedom of choice in the moment of hunger, when my self-control is lowest and my secret love of fat, salt, and sugar is highest, then bad things happen. I find that when I plan all my meals, even my snacks, I do much better sticking to my diet. I’ve labeled B, L, D, S on the left side of the planner, for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. “We will work on using our napkins, not our t-shirts, at meals this week.” Meal Planning “I will eat lunch mindfully – no TV, phone scrolling, or standing at the counter, inhaling the leftovers of my kids’ nuggets and fries.” “We will have family dinner together (no phones) on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday this week.” Here are a few ideas for weekly goals related to meal planning: Meals are a great way to touch base and take a break, either with your family, or just with yourself. I think it’s helpful to be a little mindful when planning for the week. (Wanna skip the how-to’s and get started with your printable? Scroll to the end of this post for download instructions.) Goal Setting
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