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Kitchen Closing Agreement

A self-compassionate commitment to closing your kitchen at night. This isn't about restriction — it's about creating a boundary with intention.

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My Kitchen Closing Agreement

I, ________________, am choosing to close my kitchen at ____ each evening.

I understand that:

  • This is a gentle boundary, not a rigid rule
  • When I feel drawn to the kitchen after closing time, I will pause for just 30 seconds before reacting
  • During that pause, I will ask myself: "What am I actually feeling right now?"
  • If I eat after the kitchen closes, I won't beat myself up — I'll get curious about what happened and try again tomorrow
  • This agreement is about understanding, not perfection

Instead of eating after closing, I can:

  • Take a short walk or stretch
  • Do a 2-minute breathing exercise
  • Journal about what I'm feeling
  • Call or text someone I care about
  • Make a cup of herbal tea

Signed

Date

Print this out and put it on your fridge as a gentle daily reminder.

💡 Tips for Success

  • 1. Pick a time that's realistic — not punishing. If you usually eat until 9 PM, don't set it at 7.
  • 2. Put it somewhere visible. The fridge, a bathroom mirror, your phone wallpaper.
  • 3. Review it weekly. Adjust the time if needed. This grows with you.
  • 4. Remember: breaking the agreement isn't failure. It's data. What happened? What did you need?