Which practice focuses on acknowledging physical sensations in relation to the body?

C. Body Sensing is the practice that specifically focuses on acknowledging physical sensations in relation to the body. This concept is central to intuitive eating, as it encourages individuals to tune into their bodily cues—such as hunger, fullness, and other physical feelings—rather than relying on external cues or restrictive diets.

By developing body awareness, individuals can cultivate a deeper understanding of their cravings, emotional states, and how certain foods affect them physically and emotionally. This practice fosters a more harmonious relationship with food by emphasizing the importance of listening to one's body and recognizing its signals, ultimately leading to more mindful eating experiences.

In contrast, heightening satisfaction aims at enhancing the enjoyment of food through mindful selection and eating habits, while creating temporary distractions is typically used to diffuse emotional eating triggers, and coping with emotions focuses more on managing emotional responses rather than engaging with the bodily sensations themselves. Therefore, they do not directly address the acknowledgment of physical sensations as a primary focus of the practice.