INDULGE WITHOUT GUILT

In this article, I want to address a serious and prevalent issue in today's world: guilt associated with eating.

When I was severely obese and suffering from lifestyle ailments, eating felt like a punishment. Even simple foods like idlis, rotis, and dal chawal came with a heavy dose of guilt, let alone indulging in snacks and sweets. Despite having a sweet tooth, I tried to avoid sweets, punishing myself with guilt over every bite.

In that old state, I ate very little but felt immense guilt while eating five times a day.

Fast forward to my new state: I now eat just one meal a day and run for two hours in the morning. As mentioned in my other articles, I follow a strict 18-20 hour fasting regimen but am quite flexible during my eating window, enjoying everything I like.

During a recent visit to my parents, my mom pointed out that I was eating more than before, despite only eating once a day. Upon reflection, I realized she was right. I was eating much more than in my previous state, but without any guilt. The best part was that my body was absorbing most of what I ate, likely due to my increased metabolism.

Now, I enjoy everything I like in moderation with zero guilt during my eating window. However, I feel sad seeing many of my friends eating five times a day with guilt, consuming much less but suffering much more.

I often ask myself, "Is this painful, guilt-ridden eating justified? Does this food, consumed with so much guilt, really add value to our lives?"

By sharing my positive experience, I hope many of you will find your own path to guilt-free eating.