How to Have the BEST Thanksgiving Yet

Tiny Tummy Tips, Issue #71: The Countdown to Thanksgiving is On!

SO…

I’ve got a NEW idea for you this year…

How about making your Thanksgiving a little more about FUN and a little less about food this go around?! In other words…

Take to heart making Thanksgiving a PEOPLE EVENT with food present… NOT a FOOD EVENT with people present.

How?

Focus on FUN!

Stick with me here….

Of course you’ll have some food, but find at least ONE thing from my “FUN” list you can commit to doing, whether you’re hosing or attending, to reduce the importance of the food:

Turkey Trot

There’s usually one in every major city, and you can walk as much or as little of the route as you want. And don’t forget the best part…

You can dress up in turkey attire:

No turkey trot in your area? Gather your family and friends and let them know you’re starting your own new tradition!

Turkey Hat
Turkey Leggings
All Turkey Apparel

Gratitude Activities

Encourage each family member or guest to bring an item that represents something they are grateful for and then do a show and tell. It could be a family photo, a book, or a handmade item…

..and sharing the stories behind these objects adds depth to your Thanksgiving gathering!

Gratitude Conversation Starters

A great way to avoid talking about politics…

Write various gratitude-themed questions on cards and have each guest pick one. Examples:

• “What’s your favorite Thanksgiving memory?”
• “Who has inspired you this year?”

This game helps everyone feel included and prompts thoughtful sharing and meaningful discussion!

Games Aren’t Just for Kids

Do You Really Know Your Family Game
Thanksgiving Trivia
Thanksgiving Bingo
Thanksgiving Crosswords

Thanksgiving Photo Booth

Provide photo booth type props so everyone can take lots of fun pics. They’ll be a riot to look at in years to come.

Again… START NEW (NON FOOD) TRADITIONS!

Thanksgiving Photo Booth

You Have to Eat, I Know

Thanksgiving at Every Diet Stage

Thanksgiving is a Verb

I say this every year, but I think it always bears repeating.

Take time to give thanks. For everything.

Live everyday with an attitude of gratitude. Use Thanksgiving Day to remind yourself to do so. Gratitude changes everything.

Consider starting a gratitude journal and never stop writing in it!

Gratitude Journal

Be thankful for how far you’ve come…even if you’re not where you want to ultimately be. Make a list of any non-scale victories you’ve enjoyed.

If you haven’t had your surgery yet, be thankful you’ve started on the journey. If you’ve had surgery and have experienced weight regain, be thankful for the “tool” you have and know it can work for you again.

Please know that I’m grateful for YOU. Thank you for the time you take to read the words I write.

Wishing you and your loved ones a very happy, healthy and FUN Thanksgiving Day!!!!

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In Health,