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The 6 Undeniable Stages We All Go Through When a Craving Hits
The Stages of a Craving

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The 6 Undeniable Stages We All Go Through When a Craving Hits

Is your sweet tooth always calling? We've been there, so we partnered with Fiber One to break down what happens when a craving strikes.

Cravings — we all get them. Some people gravitate toward sweets like candy and chocolate while others prefer savory delights like pizza and french fries. We can relate to what happens when a craving strikes, so we rounded up the six stages everybody goes through.

1 Hesitation

Hesitation
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You're going about your business when a yearning comes over you. You begin to think, "Do I really want that chocolate bar in the kitchen, or am I just bored?"

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2 Confirmation

Confirmation
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Finally it dawns on you that the craving is real, and you begin to grow more and more aware of the urgency.

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3 Agitation

Agitation
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You haven't yet made the move toward the kitchen and your need is growing. The craving MUST be addressed before someone gets hurt.

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4 Distress

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At this stage, the craving is so unrelenting that if you don't satisfy it immediately, there will be no relief.

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5 Fulfillment

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At last you're digging into the treat you've been pining for and the feeling of vindication is settling in. Instead of defaulting to an unhealthy option, choose a snack like Fiber One bars to stay on the right track.

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6 Contentment

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You've gotten your fix and all is right in the world again.

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