Honestly, Vanessa

We love freedom.

Eating when we feel like it.
Skipping meals because we’re busy.
Snacking impulsively because something sounded good.

The mind thrives on flexibility.

But the body?
The body is not wired for chaos, it’s wired for rhythm.

Your body actually likes knowing what’s coming next. When meals happen around the same time each day, digestion works better, energy feels steadier, and your nervous system doesn’t feel like it’s constantly playing catch-up. Hunger cues make more sense. Cravings calm down. That “why do I feel off today?” feeling shows up less often.

This isn’t about discipline, control, or following strict food rules. It’s about communication. Regular mealtimes tell your body, you’re safe, you’re supported, and food is coming. No need to stress.

And here’s the part people get wrong: routine isn’t rigid. It’s not boring. It’s not restrictive.

Routine is regulating.

It frees up mental space, reduces decision fatigue, and lets your body do what it already knows how to do, digest, repair, and settle.

Your mind may crave spontaneity, but your body craves reliability. When you give it that, everything else tends to feel a little easier.