International Mindful Eating Day ~ January 28, 2016

The Center for Mindful Eating (TCME) wants to let you in on a little secret. The Center is not actually a physical center, but an organization of passionate people who want to provide an easily accessible means to interact and share resources and opportunities in the field of mindful eating. The Center seeks to train and encourage professionals who can then foster this capacity in others. We recognize, with the growing research to support mindfulness and interest in mindful eating, that individuals are also seeking evidence-based ways to learn about and practice mindful eating.

The vision for this celebration on Mindful Eating Day is to show how we can connect, share and grow. In this first hour to launch the day, we are delighted to offer two videos, the first by Fiona Sutherland and the second by Lisa Schmidt. Enjoy!

What does mindful eating mean to me?

By Fiona Sutherland

Fiona submitted this brief, introduction of mindful eating. "This video is a personal view of what Mindful Eating means to me as a dietitian who works with eating behaviors." You can learn more about Fiona by visiting her website: www.bodypositiveaustralia.com.au

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VEXdEN2RrgU

Five Keys to Lasting Weight Loss: Mindful Eating Works!

By Lisa Schmidt

Lisa Schmidt submitted this in depth evidence based review of the benefits of mindful eating. "Sustainability and mindfulness are closely linked to principles of awareness and choice. Using the lens of mindful eating as a framework, one can examine their beliefs and practices related to food and nourishment against their "need" or desire to diet." You can learn more about Lisa at: www.mindfulbenefits.com

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/z03Rnd1HQa4

More about our presenters

Fiona Sutherland is the Director of Body Positive Australia and The Mindful Dietitian. Her specialist areas are Eating Behavior, Eating Disorders & Sports Nutrition using Mindfulness-based therapies. Fiona co-facilitates the RIPE Group for women with BED and run retreats for the general public and health professionals. www.bodypositiveaustralia.com.au

Lisa Schmidt, MS, CN, CEBS, CYT, is a Faculty Associate at the Arizona State University Integrative Health Initiatives Program where she teaches courses on mindfulness skills for stress management. As a Certified Nutritionist, mindfulness consultant, mental health counselor and Certified Yoga Teacher (CYT) in private practice, she supports whole person health throughout the lifespan teaching healthful eating and stress management using science based mind-body interventions. Ms. Schmidt has incorporated the practice of mindfulness in corporate employee benefits design, and consults and speaks internationally with companies and as a conference presenter. Ms. Schmidt is the owner of Mindful Benefits, which provides tools and practices that enhance the way we live and encourages non-judgment, kindness, curiosity & compassion leading to changing longstanding habits that impact our health. She is a graduate of Bastyr University, with dual MS degrees in Nutrition and Clinical Health Psychology, and a Certified Employee Benefits Professional (CEBS). www.mindfulbenefits.com

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