from obgyn.net

20 Things You Can Do Instead of Eating:

1. Read a book -- or your favorite fitness magazine

2. Search for a Web site, on a topic that is of interest to you but that you haven't had time to pursue

3. Go for a walk

4. Call or e-mail a friend

5. Write in a journal

6. Go window-shopping - and leave your money at home so you are not tempted to stop at the food court

7. Play a game with your spouse, children, or pets -- whether it's Frisbee or fetch, checkers or chess

8. Do an exercise video, or hit the gym for aerobics, weightlifting, or yoga

9. Tackle some household chores: Dust, vacuum, balance the checkbook, etc.

10. Take a long bath or shower

11. Start your holiday gift list -- both gifts to give, and gifts to receive

12. Alphabetize your books, CDs, videotapes, spice rack...

13. Do some outside chores: Work in the garden, mow the lawn, rake leaves, or shovel snow

14. Meditate or pray

15. Work on a craft project that will keep your hands busy: knitting, needlepoint, painting, woodworking, etc.

16. Crank up your stereo and dance around the living room

17. Try on old clothes -- clothes that are now too big as well as clothes that are now too small

18. Research healthy recipes to prepare for the coming week, and make a shopping list

19. Brush your teeth, use a strong mouthwash, then pop in a piece of extra-minty gum

20. Start, or add to, a scrapbook of your weight loss journey. Include photos, motivational articles, and your own thoughts and feelings. Add your own list of activities you can do instead of eating!