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“Our minds are hurt more often by overeating than by hunger.” — Petrarch
One of the most common sayings in Japan is “Hara hachi bu,” which is repeated before or after eating and means something like “Fill your belly to 80 percent.” Ancient wisdom advises against eating until we are full. This is why Okinawans stop eating when they feel their stomachs reach 80 percent of their capacity, rather than overeating and wearing
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Ride the waves. Remember that hunger comes in waves; it’s not continuous. Hunger does not keep going up and up until you eat. It peaks and then comes down. When you’re hungry, think to yourself, I’m not hungry, I’m thirsty. Drink a glass of water or a cup of plain coffee or tea. That small action will help you move on.