One of my favorite prayers is offered before eating.

This food is a gift of the whole universe.
I am grateful for the people who planted this food, who picked it, packed it and sent it.

I am grateful for the people who unpacked this food; I am grateful for the person who prepared this food.
I ask that the energy of this food be used for the health and healing of my body and everyone I come in contact with and all those who suffer.

Quieting ourselves for the briefest moment of reflection slows down our nervous system so we better digest food. We eat less, enjoy the food more, and absorb more nutrients because our digestive system is better prepared because our enzymes get turned on with resting and relaxing. Eating consciously is a gift. Give yourself this gift during this busy and indulgent holiday season.

After the following very short video close your eyes for 30-seconds to experience a wonderful reminder of the power of gratitude.

Share this with someone you love and care about. You will be be happy sharing the energy.

DR B