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Mockingjay was released today and unfortunately that means a 35 minute drive to the nearest bookstore. Josh suggested that we eat Chinese while we were out to make it worth the trip for him us.

Chinese buffet. Can it be done? Can I control myself with never ending egg rolls, ice cream, fried rice and pepper chicken? It's totally possible!

My plate:

*Please keep in mind that I'm not a nutritionist nor am I condoning a certain way of eating to lose weight or be healthy. This is for my own tracking and accountability.

Here's what worked for me:

1) Go when you're hungry (try not to be starving)

2) Allow yourself one plate. One trip to the buffet.

3) Get what you truly want. If you really like general tso's chicken get a couple of bites rather than a cup. Try to get a few items that you know to be lower in calories (steamed vegetables, sushi, fruit etc.) to fill up 1/4 of your plate regardless if you eat it. Stick to small samples of everything you want without overlapping food.

4) Eat slowly.

5) Drink water. Lots of water.

6) Enjoy each bite, make a mental note if you actually like what you're eating or if you think you should because it's fried. Stop eating if you don't like it.

7) When you're full, put your fork down. Drink water and breathe. Feel satisfaction from your meal and enjoy your company. Put your napkin on your plate and push it away from you to signal that you're finished.

This is where I stopped:

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