Hunger and fullness exist on a continuum…the one end being completely empty, absolutely starving, the other end being completely full, overflowing. If you’re trying to identify your hunger and fullness patterns and sensations so you feel more stable about responding to them, these numbers with corresponding sensations can help. I recommend you begin eating at a “3” and try ending at a “7” – these graphics from the book are helpful: 0 – EMPTY  ANYTHING! You’ll eat anything and actually you want EVERYTHING! You want it all and then some. And you feel like adding extra (probably sweet stuff) for good measure. You feel crazed probably because you have low blood sugar and you feel dizzy, lightheaded and pissed at the world in general. 1 – NEARLY EMPTY  Your energy level is low and productivity is down. You probably feel shaky, have poor concentration and your mood is declining. 2 – REALLY HUNGRY  Your stomach feels empty and hollow and food is dominating your thoughts. You need to find some food fast and your energy levels are dropping. Junk food is starting to sound very appealing.  3 – HUNGRY  You can tell, within your body, it’s time to eat. If … Continue reading Still Practicing Hunger