EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control

weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food. continued on page 12

Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

Jun 8-9

Haddon Township Pride

Join the PRIDE Parade and festivities in celebration and support of its LGBTQIA+ community. With a June 9th PRIDE Parade kicking off the festivities, HTEI and Haddon Township created multiple events throughout the week to create connection, show support and share resources. More info at www.htpride.com.

Jun 10

Montclair Pride Festival & Stages

Let’s show the members of our LGBTQIA+ community how vital they are. Montclair will feature stages on Bloomfield Avenue and Park Street with allday music, comedy and other performances by local talent as well as remarks on LGBTQ+ equality. Details at outmontclair.org.

Jul 15

Cherry Hill Mall Food Truck Festival

Come enjoy Music, Carnival Games, Face painting, Vendors, and Raffle prizes. Bring your chairs and relax while listening to music and enjoying a wonderful selection of foods from around the globe. Free admission! Visit allevents.in.

Aug 5

Manahopkin Craft Beer & Music Fest

Live music all day. Dozens of breweries and food trucks. Craft vendors and activities throughout. Bring your friends, family and lawn chairs to Manahawkin Lake this summer in support of the Stafford PBA Holiday Toy Drive. Two tasting sessions: 12:00pm-4:00pm and 5:00pm-9:00pm. Details and tickets available at oceancountytourism.com.

Aug 18-20

Horror Con and Film Festival

Our goal is for fans to see amazing Horror films in the indie scene and also an opportunity to mingle with big names in horror. Horror fans can also participate in Q&A sessions, see the amazing vendors from around the Horror scene and watch the best indie films around. The event will include over 20 well known celebrities, many Indie Horror films, Film Awards, Exclusive Q and A panels, 100 vendors, Cosplay, Trivia Contest, Photo Ops and more! Details at www.facebook.com/njhorrorcon.

Aug 26

Westfield Street Fair & Craft Show

Artists Crafters Vendors Food Rides Live Music & more. Free admission for Spectators. Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Sep 10-12

New Jersey Pride 2023

We invite you to New Jersey’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning and allies PRIDE celebration! Come out and be surrounded by family and friends unite. Bring your blankets, chairs and tables. Visit pinkuk.com.

Oct 8-9

Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is a fun-filled, family event that takes place in early October in the West Village of Ridgewood. This 2 day event is enjoyed by both children and parents alike. The main attraction is a tractor-drawn hayride that takes its passengers for a ride up to The Heights which includes a spectacular view of NYC. Pumpkin painting, a scarecrow making contest, a tent of vendors, toss games, sidewalk chalking, ice cream, and a full weekend of music round out this event. Details at www.ridgewoodguild.com.

Nov 11

New Jersey Vegan Food Festival presented

The New Jersey Vegan Food Festival features amazingly delicious vegan food from local makers, bakers and creators! A two-day celebration that features yummy vegan and plant-based meals from local chefs, as well as vegan products, plant-based fashion, live music and good times. All welcome! Learn more at allevents.in.

Newark Lgbtq Community Center

The Newark LGBTQ Community Center is a volunteer-run, community-based organization committed to providing safe space, programs, and services that support the well-being of the LGBTQ community and our allies in the Newark, New Jersey area. Phone: (973) 424-9555 | Web: www.newarklgbtqcenter.org

Southern New Jersey Lgbtqa Pride

For more than 14 years, Southern New Jersey LGBTQA Pride has devoted its energy to passionately advocating for the bullied, hungry, needy and politically under-represented members of our Cherry Hill and surrounding areas. Phone: (856) 248-0332 | Web: jerseygaypride.com

Garden State Equality

Our mission is to provide quality, innovative community programs, educate and train service providers, and pass pro-equality policies to protect and meet the needs of LGBTQ New Jerseyans. Web: www.gardenstateequality.org

Gables Of Cape May County

GABLES hopes to earn the privilege of serving as the representative voice of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community of Cape May County and southern New Jersey. Phone: 609.861.1848 | Web: gablescapemay.com

North Jersey Pride

North Jersey Pride’s mission is to promote equality, celebrate family and support LGBTQ youth through fun and educational events. We invite our allies to join us as full partners in the mission to make the world safer for all our children. Web: www. northjerseypride.org

Hudson Pride Center

We’re the largest LGBTQ+ social services center in New Jersey, and we offer a variety of free services to support, affirm and connect our community to each other and to the services they need. Phone: (201) 963-4779 | Web: hudsonpride.org