Hara hachi bu is a Confucian teaching often associated with Okinawan culture and the eating habits of the people of Okinawa, Japan.
It translates to "eat until you are 80% full." This philosophy emphasizes mindful eating, moderation, and stopping before feeling completely full.
The culinary significance of Hara hachi bu lies in promoting good digestion, maintaining a healthy weight, and overall well-being.
It is believed to help prevent overeating, reduce the risk of obesity-related diseases, and promote longevity.
By practicing Hara hachi bu, individuals can savor their food, listen to their body's natural hunger cues, and cultivate a deeper connection with what they eat.
From a mystical perspective, Hara hachi bu is a way to achieve balance and harmony with nature and the universe through mindful eating practices.
It promotes a sense of gratitude for the food we consume and respect for the body's needs.
By following this principle, individuals enhance their spiritual well-being and develop a deeper appreciation for the nourishment that food provides.
Hara hachi bu offers physical health benefits snd a sense of mindfulness, gratitude, and connection to the world around us through the act of eating.
Dans quelques semaines, j'ai ben hate
In two weeks
沖縄初日、栄町で最初に立ち寄るのは「カフェ ポトホト」です。my first day in Okinawa, first stop is cafe potohoto in old-time/new time Sakaemachi market.
#okinawa trip day 5: devoted early morning to teaching life back home. Au revoir to spring term, salut to my new students in two summer courses starting May 20, signed the agreements today. @emersonpopfic @emersoncollege. Afternoon on #senagaisland at one of only a few #onsen in #okinawa. Truly awesome hour.













