Why do you need me?

1= Never
2=Seldom
3=Occasionally
4= Frequently or Moderately
5=Daily or Always

REMEMBER THAT WE ALL HAVE SITUATIONS WHERE WE EAT OR OTHERWISE PERFORM LESS WELL THAN WE WOULD LIKE AND THAT TOTAL HONESTY WITHOUT JUDGMENT IS THE KEY TO SELF-KNOWLEDGE AND SELF-EMPOWERMENT.

HOW OFTEN DO I ….

1. find myself running late or rushing, not getting enough sleep or sleeping too long? 1 2 3 4 5

2. ignore (or am I unaware of) my fatigue, thirst or bladder/bowel needs until they are urgent? 1 2 3 4 5

3. criticize, judge or blame, rather than appreciate, care for or praise myself and others? 1 2 3 4 5

4. let fear, critical thoughts or judgements keep me from taking the time for new experiences or what I most enjoy (such as walks, sports/exercise, dance, massage, reading….you name it)? 1 2 3 4 5

5. avoid focusing on my own priorities by centering my attention elsewhere, say yes when I want to say no, or otherwise allow myself to be dissuaded from doing what I know is in my best interest? 1 2 3 4 5

6. neglect to communicate my feelings and/or needs-including my deepest and most intimate feelings and needs-to my loved ones? 1 2 3 4 5

7. avoid communicating my feelings and/or needs-to friends, relatives, or more intimidating people in my personal or career life? 1 2 3 4 5

8. hold on to thoughts, patterns, relationships or other 'stuff' that no longer serve me (or feel like a burden) and/or put off cleaning or de-cluttering my living space? 1 2 3 4 5

9. neglect to bless my food with appreciation and gratitude (before, during or after eating) or otherwise neglect to notice and appreciate the blessings in my daily life? 1 2 3 4 5

10. neglect to apologize and make amends when I realize that I made a mistake and/or fail to forgive myself and others? (Forgiving does not mean condoning the action.) 1 2 3 4 5

Scoring Your Nourishment Index

I choose ___1s
I choose ___2s
I choose ___3s
I choose ___4s
I choose ___5s

If you choose only 1s and 2s: Great Going! You are listening to and honoring your physical and emotional needs.

If you choose any 3s and 4s: Consider giving more thought to how well you nourish yourself.

If you choose any 5s: You have patterns (and underlying self-esteem issues) that need direct attention. Please consider working with them as soon as possible.

Are there specific times of day, or days of the week or month when you nourish yourself less well?

KEEP A JOURNAL TO HELP DETECT YOUR PATTERNS AND CHART YOUR PROGRESS.