Look at the full pot or plate for ten seconds before eating. Say, "There is enough." Scarcity kills comfort. You are allowed to have seconds.
If you are searching for that mythical PDF, what you are actually looking for is a framework. This article is that framework. We are going to deconstruct the anatomy of true comfort food, explore why "Kitty Thomas" (as an archetype of the mindful home cook) matters, and show you how to build a better relationship with the dishes that raised you.