Jared Cowart

Jared Cowart has had an extensive career in technology. In 2003, they began their career as a Sr. Network Engineer at Credit Union of Colorado. In 2008, they moved to Citrix Systems as a Senior Sales Engineer. In 2013, they began working at NVIDIA, first as a Technical Product Manager and then as a Sr. GRID Solution Architect. In 2020, they joined Summit Technology LLC - Managed IT Service Provider as their Chief Technology Officer. Currently, they are the Interim Chief Technology Officer at Muzit.

The first time I heard about the concept of “mindful eating” was about five years ago. At the time, it seemed like a strange concept to me. I had never heard of it before and I wasn’t quite sure what it meant. After doing some research, I learned that mindful eating is a practice that encourages people to become aware of their thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations while eating. It is a way of being present and aware of the experience of eating, rather than just shoveling food into your mouth without paying attention.

Since then, I have become a big fan of mindful eating. I have found that it helps me to be more aware of my body’s signals and to make better food choices. It also helps me to be more present in the moment and to enjoy my meals more.

Here are some tips to help you get started with mindful eating:

1. Slow down. Take the time to savor each bite. Chew your food slowly and pay attention to the flavors and textures.

2. Be aware of your hunger and fullness levels. Before you start eating, ask yourself how hungry you are. During the meal, check in with yourself to see if you’re still hungry or if you’re starting to get full.

3. Eat without distractions. Turn off the TV and put away your phone. Focus on the experience of eating and being present in the moment.

4. Notice your thoughts and feelings. Pay attention to any thoughts or feelings that come up while you’re eating.

5. Enjoy your food. Appreciate the flavors, textures, and aromas of your food.

Mindful eating can be a great way to improve your relationship with food and to become more aware of your body’s signals. Give it a try and see how it works for you!