After getting off work last night, the boys and I headed to the new YMCA. I am getting more comfortable with that place and I am loving the atmosphere. I spent the first 30 minutes on the track, even jogged a few 1/2 laps, felt pretty good. I then ventured over to the fitness equipment, I had met up with a co-worker and she gave me some good encouragement and I felt more comfortable and spent another 30 minutes on different machines, and wrapped up my evening with 5 minutes on the elliptical......OMG, that machine is way harder than it looks, I am pretty sure I looked like I needed oxygen when I stepped off that thing, LOL! It needs warning signs. After a stressful day, going to the Y with my two oldest boys and then coming home and snuggling with my 3 year old on the coach in front of the fireplace and watching biggest loser ended a good day and the stress of the day was gone, without food being a stress reducer. :)
I LOVE MY JOB! I love my co-workers! Eating Healthy and my job however, can often be a challenge. My office is located right beside the kitchen area. The kitchen area it is stocked with snacks, chips and frequent gifts of food from specialty offices that we refer our business too. Yesterday there was a nice little basket delivered of hot chocolate, little coffee mugs, and cute little snowman marshmallows, to keep us warm in the single digit temperatures. I don't like Hot Chocolate so for me, NO Temptation. Another basket from another office was delivered today, it had some kind of pastry ring from Panera Bread......seriusly people, give us a basket of fruit, we are a dental office, why does it always need to be sweets or goodies? Hello...does this make sense? Also, a co-worker comes in our morning meeting and announced she brought lunch for everyone. Grilled steaks. So off to the store another assistant goes to get all the fixens to go with the steaks. My favorite meal, Steak, baked potato and salad, and that's exactly what they had for lunch today. UGH! Of course, right outside my office at around 11:00 is when the smells started ........drifting in. UGH! I have two doors to my office, one goes to the kitchen, and we often use my office as a shortcut so it is opened often. TODAY however, I put a sticky note on my "Door", reading......."DO NOT OPEN THIS DOOR". LOL. I got tired of the smells, my stomach was growling and I was quickly becoming very crabby. I have 2 more days of protein shakes and bars before I can even start my healthy eating plan of normal food. And the best part is.............I survived. I didn't cave. I didn't join everyone for lunch though, but I had my protein shake and I survived the day without caving! Whew. It was a close one. LOL!
I have an employee issue at work that has to be resolved soon and it is a very stressful situation, so it has weighed on my mind alot this week, but I am proud to say, I didn't turn to food and that's what changing our habits is all about. So I am feeling good! I wanted to go the the Y tonight, but Hayden has a SS test tomorrow so we needed to study tonight. :( Tomorrow, Jona and I get to go to the Poncan Theatre and listen to Sean Anderson speak about his journey and breaking those barriers that led him to loose over 200 pounds, it will be a very motivational speech. We will wrap our evening up with a work out at the Y. I am already feeling guilty, my son turns 14 tomorrow, and I will be gone all evening on his birthday, but he seems to be fine with it........we will celebrate on Saturday. (why do I always feel so guilty about doing something I know I need to do for myself? ...........I am really working on that!
I have to be in Edmond to my dietitian at 8:30 Friday morning to see what my new healthy plan looks like and it will be my last day of reboot. I'm thinking..........well, I know, my mind is finally going in the right direction here. I can feel the success and it feels good! :)
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Sunday, January 9, 2011
Family Membership to the YMCA.....'A great decision"
We started off Saturday morning, heading over the new YMCA in Ponca City. It's an awesome facility. I was so curious to see how my middle son, Hayden would like it. I was very hopeful he would give it a try, and not worry about it being crowded with people. (He can sometimes be very overwhelmed with crowds of people and will def. not try something new in front of strangers.) Upon arriving, I checked Cayden into the Kids Zone, and then took Hayden on a tour. Clay and Hayden decided to play racquetball, so I went up to the track for a walk. It's 12 1/2 laps that make a mile and I am not into counting how many times I can walk in a circle, so I like to just walk for a certain amount of time. I walked a good 45 minutes and a good friend arrived with her son and daughter. I was hoping to get Hayden hooked up for orientation on the fitness equipment and I knew he might do well with other people he knew. So we were able to watch as a trainer went through all the equipment and how they work etc. It was great, she was very informative, although she made those machines look so much easier than they are....LOL! Turns out......everyone had a blast. This might just be the best $46.00 a month I have spent in a very long time!
My weekend has gone extremely well, have stayed on my reboot program and will go back to my dietitian on Friday and be put on a plan that will fit my new healthy lifestyle. :)
It's snowing tonight and very cold, I would love to sit down with a bowl of chili for dinner (but I won't). My husband has ribs in the oven that are smelling great, and that's def. not my favorite food but tonight........wow, they smell good! That's OK, because I am focused on the prize...............and that's to get my body to a healthy size, where I feel good, look good. I don't know what weight that will be and I don't really care at this point...I just want to feel and look good and be in control of what goes in my mouth, and then I'll buy some new cute gym outfits, and run my 5K, that's my goal............and I can see it more clearly everyday!
My weekend has gone extremely well, have stayed on my reboot program and will go back to my dietitian on Friday and be put on a plan that will fit my new healthy lifestyle. :)
It's snowing tonight and very cold, I would love to sit down with a bowl of chili for dinner (but I won't). My husband has ribs in the oven that are smelling great, and that's def. not my favorite food but tonight........wow, they smell good! That's OK, because I am focused on the prize...............and that's to get my body to a healthy size, where I feel good, look good. I don't know what weight that will be and I don't really care at this point...I just want to feel and look good and be in control of what goes in my mouth, and then I'll buy some new cute gym outfits, and run my 5K, that's my goal............and I can see it more clearly everyday!
Friday, January 7, 2011
Stepping out of the "Comfort Zone". (((It's kinda scary))))
I took a leap today and joined the new YMCA in Ponca City. It's an awesome facility and I am excited to begin a routine of exercise. After joining today, we decided to try out the indoor track for a walk and it's very nice! Walking around looking at all the equipment, WOW. I had to wonder if I'll ever be comfortable walking around all the people that obviously know what they are doing, in their cute little workout outfits. It also occurred to me.......geez, what I am gonna wear? I talked to myself though alot before making this decision and have decided I know I need to be there, and I need to not care what anyone else thinks and do my own routine that I am comfortable with and then maybe someday, I can have my cute little gym clothes and be able to hop on those machines and make it look effortless........! I purchased the family membership and look forward to making this a family evening event. My husband is not totally sold out yet on coming with us, but trust me........he will be! :)
After a very productive day all around, we made a quick family trip to Stillwater to get Clay his birthday present..(he turns 17 on Monday). He also needed some special "Top feed" for his show sheep. I have no clue about this, but we ended up having to drive to Perkins to get it, and of course, everyone is starving by 7:30, and we are in Stillwater. I announce that I won't be eating, i brought my protein bar, but they could drop me off and let me shop and go eat. They opted for "Whataburger" and ate in the car on the way home. Let me tell you, on day 7 of nothing but Protein shakes and bars, WOW, did that smell good. I was able though, to take my mind somewhere else, and actually was surprised how strong I felt about it.
This is it for me, I can tell, my mind has finally gotten in line with where I need to be, and It's exciting to feel a sense of control and little steps of accomplishment.!! Now praying I can get my family on board to a lifestyle change of much healthier habits.
After a very productive day all around, we made a quick family trip to Stillwater to get Clay his birthday present..(he turns 17 on Monday). He also needed some special "Top feed" for his show sheep. I have no clue about this, but we ended up having to drive to Perkins to get it, and of course, everyone is starving by 7:30, and we are in Stillwater. I announce that I won't be eating, i brought my protein bar, but they could drop me off and let me shop and go eat. They opted for "Whataburger" and ate in the car on the way home. Let me tell you, on day 7 of nothing but Protein shakes and bars, WOW, did that smell good. I was able though, to take my mind somewhere else, and actually was surprised how strong I felt about it.
This is it for me, I can tell, my mind has finally gotten in line with where I need to be, and It's exciting to feel a sense of control and little steps of accomplishment.!! Now praying I can get my family on board to a lifestyle change of much healthier habits.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Day 4 of my Reboot............
Well, this is day 4 of my "Reboot" program. If you have ever had to stick with a plan of liquid and 2 protein bars a day, for a period of more than a couple days, you can appreciate this! I had a lady ask me today, Why would you do that? Why don't you just start the "healthy eating plan?"
My response......".my dietitian did this to me." Wasn't my idea! LOL! Seriously, I totally understand "Why". This is all about discipline and a mind set. It's getting your mind right, building up your willpower and achieving an immediate result to build your confidence that says, YES I CAN! So I def. understand what its all about, and I think its a great plan to get started in a lifestyle change and I am feeling stronger and more confident about it everyday! My friend expressed that her husband is somewhat concerned that she isn't getting her Nutrition she needs out of these shakes and bars. She is feeling some opposition from him about this. I think its awesome when men are supportive and try and help all they can. My response to my husband would be.....so honestly do you think maybe I was getting more nutrition from my previous diet that got me into this position than what I am getting from my researched..nutritional shakes and bars? I mean, lets set down and figure the nutritional value of my previous diet verses what I am trying to accomplish in the next 14 days with this plan that will then lead me into making healthier choices for a lifetime... I promise you a shake is going to outweigh your nutrition value of a slice of pizza or some chips and salsa. So I would say, Thank you honey, I love your support........I have researched this and I am confident it's a safe plan. I'll make sure and take my vitamins everyday in case I am missing something, but I am positive I am moving in the right direction here.... ;)
On Thursday, I am going to a Weight Loss Kick off at the YMCA in Ponca City, Sean Anderson, from Ponca City, a local radio personality, has lost over 200 pounds in the last 2 years, with nothing but a lifestyle change of healthy eating and exercise, he is going to be speaking and he is very motivating, I am very excited about hearing what he has to say. He also has an awesome blog page, called, losingweighteveryday.blogspot.com it is def. a must read if your on this journey. Another great friend of mine has started her journey and tonight on her page, she posted the following quote that I am going to re post because its an awesome quote......
" "What the mind can perceive, the body can achieve."
My response......".my dietitian did this to me." Wasn't my idea! LOL! Seriously, I totally understand "Why". This is all about discipline and a mind set. It's getting your mind right, building up your willpower and achieving an immediate result to build your confidence that says, YES I CAN! So I def. understand what its all about, and I think its a great plan to get started in a lifestyle change and I am feeling stronger and more confident about it everyday! My friend expressed that her husband is somewhat concerned that she isn't getting her Nutrition she needs out of these shakes and bars. She is feeling some opposition from him about this. I think its awesome when men are supportive and try and help all they can. My response to my husband would be.....so honestly do you think maybe I was getting more nutrition from my previous diet that got me into this position than what I am getting from my researched..nutritional shakes and bars? I mean, lets set down and figure the nutritional value of my previous diet verses what I am trying to accomplish in the next 14 days with this plan that will then lead me into making healthier choices for a lifetime... I promise you a shake is going to outweigh your nutrition value of a slice of pizza or some chips and salsa. So I would say, Thank you honey, I love your support........I have researched this and I am confident it's a safe plan. I'll make sure and take my vitamins everyday in case I am missing something, but I am positive I am moving in the right direction here.... ;)
On Thursday, I am going to a Weight Loss Kick off at the YMCA in Ponca City, Sean Anderson, from Ponca City, a local radio personality, has lost over 200 pounds in the last 2 years, with nothing but a lifestyle change of healthy eating and exercise, he is going to be speaking and he is very motivating, I am very excited about hearing what he has to say. He also has an awesome blog page, called, losingweighteveryday.blogspot.com it is def. a must read if your on this journey. Another great friend of mine has started her journey and tonight on her page, she posted the following quote that I am going to re post because its an awesome quote......
" "What the mind can perceive, the body can achieve."
Saturday, January 1, 2011
A New Me for 2011!
I love the holidays, and Thanksgiving and Christmas are my favorite time with family. This year though, I am glad the holidays are over! I am excited what this year will bring. One thing I will accomplish this year among my goals will be a healthier lifestyle. I have struggled in November and December to stay on track. From August to Thanksgiving I managed to lose 30 pounds, from Thanksgiving to today, I have managed to gain 9 of that back. I have decided though, enough of feeling guilty about that, today we move forward and I am so excited to be back on my journey. I am taking the advice of my dietitian and following a "Reboot Program" for the first 14 days of Jan. (this consists of protein shakes and bars only for 14 days). I will go back to her office in Edmond on the 14th of Jan and she will guide me in a plan of what is best for me, to continue with a healthier lifestyle. I met Chris, my dietitian in 2006 when I had lap band surgery, and I really like her alot. She is very real and very to the point and truly cares about her patients. Some health issues led me back to visit my lap band doctor this past month, he advised me to visit with Chris and get me back on track to utilize my lap band correctly, as a tool that it was designed to be.
After visiting with the dietitian regarding other patients that have struggled 3 or more years after weight loss surgery, I know for sure, it doesn't matter what kind of surgery you do or don't have. Its all about 80% mental because if you don't have your mind leading you correctly, your not going to have long term success.
I am looking for Long term success, not a year of healthy and then a road leading back to where I am today. I have a close friend that had lap band surgery after me, she too struggled with weight gain, she began her new healthy lifestyle in Jan of 2010 and WOW, so proud of her success this past year, A great motivation to me! I have another close friend who I went to high school with and back in 2000, we supported each other and took off the pounds and felt great. She too is struggling now, having just had a baby this past year, she is ready to take off the pounds in 2011, so we have decided, today is a great day to begin our journey....1-1-11, 1st day of the year! I'm excited but the most important thing to remember I think is, it's not just to get the weight off, It's a Lifestyle change that needs to last forever!
I am excited to get a family membership to the new YMCA in Ponca City, for the family.....Yep, gonna drag my kids with me and we are gonna get healthy and have fun doing it! In the past this kinda makes me feel uncomfortable, going into a place to exercise where it seems so many of the people there are totally in shape and know what they are doing....I have decided, to step out of my comfort zone and not care what anybody thinks, Its time I do it for me. So...........here I go!!
I will post a Starting picture on here, I have one before Lap Band too I'd like to add, to show my entire journey, as I find other people's blogg's very motivational and I hope too, along the way I can inspire someone, as there are plenty that have inspired me.
........... I am so excited! Happy New year to everyone!!
After visiting with the dietitian regarding other patients that have struggled 3 or more years after weight loss surgery, I know for sure, it doesn't matter what kind of surgery you do or don't have. Its all about 80% mental because if you don't have your mind leading you correctly, your not going to have long term success.
I am looking for Long term success, not a year of healthy and then a road leading back to where I am today. I have a close friend that had lap band surgery after me, she too struggled with weight gain, she began her new healthy lifestyle in Jan of 2010 and WOW, so proud of her success this past year, A great motivation to me! I have another close friend who I went to high school with and back in 2000, we supported each other and took off the pounds and felt great. She too is struggling now, having just had a baby this past year, she is ready to take off the pounds in 2011, so we have decided, today is a great day to begin our journey....1-1-11, 1st day of the year! I'm excited but the most important thing to remember I think is, it's not just to get the weight off, It's a Lifestyle change that needs to last forever!
I am excited to get a family membership to the new YMCA in Ponca City, for the family.....Yep, gonna drag my kids with me and we are gonna get healthy and have fun doing it! In the past this kinda makes me feel uncomfortable, going into a place to exercise where it seems so many of the people there are totally in shape and know what they are doing....I have decided, to step out of my comfort zone and not care what anybody thinks, Its time I do it for me. So...........here I go!!
I will post a Starting picture on here, I have one before Lap Band too I'd like to add, to show my entire journey, as I find other people's blogg's very motivational and I hope too, along the way I can inspire someone, as there are plenty that have inspired me.
........... I am so excited! Happy New year to everyone!!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Here Come the Holidays!!
Well, goodbye Halloween Candy temptations......and Hello Thanksgiving, Christmas, & New Years. I sailed through October pretty well, decided on Halloween to indulge in a couple pieces of Halloween Candy. Why? Because, its Halloween and I'd been so good all month, I reasoned out in my mind, that just a couple little pieces wouldn't be so bad. Of course, if I had the will power for just a couple little pieces it wouldn't have been so bad, but it took me a couple days to get myself back on track.
So these next two months are filled with family, food and holiday cheer. I am cooking a Thanksgiving dinner the weekend after Thanksgiving for my husbands family, so that is my next "Big Holiday" to survive. Then we have all of December that is full of goodies and treats and Christmas parties. I have lost 27 pounds, and I don't want to end the year by gaining that back in these next couple of months. So, I have to stay strong and get through these next couple of months.........keeping focused. Why must I have to work so hard to lose 10 pounds and then if I get off track I can gain 10 pounds in a month! UGH! Its so Frustrating!
I think its getting the focus off the food for entertainment, and looking at it for nourishment to the body! There will always be a focus around the food, that's just how we are. There will always be a special event coming up that is focused around a meal or holiday treats. So it's all up to me, to not take my focus off my ultimate goal, and get through these holidays, feeling accomplished and keeping my mind on whats important in life. My Health is very important, I have been abundantly blessed by my family, I am so proud of my boys, all three of them. They bless me each and every day, I want to be around to see their accomplishments in life. I know they will be awesome! I must brag a little on my sons here!!
Our oldest son, Clayton will Graduate High School next year. Where did time go? I am so proud of him. He is so kind, he has such a big heart. He also can be very funny! He is making plans for his future and is very goal oriented. I guess to describe Clay, I would say, he always views the glass as half full. Very positive and encouraging. And I can't wait to watch all his dreams come true! He keeps us all in check, and what an awesome person he truly is!
Our middle son, Hayden will turn 14 in January and I still have to think about this and make sure I am correct...14? Hayden is our thinker and worrier! Hayden keeps us laughing. Hayden has made such progress in school. (Hayden has dyslexia and school has been a struggle from first grade.) Hayden is very bright, and he is such a thinker that sometimes his comments blow us away! He is enjoying band this year and we are so proud of him! I honestly think he may be a lawyer some day, and the way that boy can debate, I am sure he'd be a good one! He will accomplish whatever he sets his mind too.
Our youngest, Cayden will start Pre-K this next year and he is so much fun. He keeps us on our toes and he is a very sweet, loving little boy, and he has learned to debate also from listening to Hayden. LOL! He is a joy and we are so blessed to have him in our family. Nothing better then picking him up after a long day, and seeing how happy he is to see me. Ahhhhh. I Love that!!! He is def. going be into sports, and has a natural athletic ability and I can't wait to be cheering him on.
I am keeping my focus on getting healthy and staying healthy for myself and for my family! So as these holidays approach, I am already feeling accomplished........because, I'm gonna win this!!! :)
So these next two months are filled with family, food and holiday cheer. I am cooking a Thanksgiving dinner the weekend after Thanksgiving for my husbands family, so that is my next "Big Holiday" to survive. Then we have all of December that is full of goodies and treats and Christmas parties. I have lost 27 pounds, and I don't want to end the year by gaining that back in these next couple of months. So, I have to stay strong and get through these next couple of months.........keeping focused. Why must I have to work so hard to lose 10 pounds and then if I get off track I can gain 10 pounds in a month! UGH! Its so Frustrating!
I think its getting the focus off the food for entertainment, and looking at it for nourishment to the body! There will always be a focus around the food, that's just how we are. There will always be a special event coming up that is focused around a meal or holiday treats. So it's all up to me, to not take my focus off my ultimate goal, and get through these holidays, feeling accomplished and keeping my mind on whats important in life. My Health is very important, I have been abundantly blessed by my family, I am so proud of my boys, all three of them. They bless me each and every day, I want to be around to see their accomplishments in life. I know they will be awesome! I must brag a little on my sons here!!
Our oldest son, Clayton will Graduate High School next year. Where did time go? I am so proud of him. He is so kind, he has such a big heart. He also can be very funny! He is making plans for his future and is very goal oriented. I guess to describe Clay, I would say, he always views the glass as half full. Very positive and encouraging. And I can't wait to watch all his dreams come true! He keeps us all in check, and what an awesome person he truly is!
Our middle son, Hayden will turn 14 in January and I still have to think about this and make sure I am correct...14? Hayden is our thinker and worrier! Hayden keeps us laughing. Hayden has made such progress in school. (Hayden has dyslexia and school has been a struggle from first grade.) Hayden is very bright, and he is such a thinker that sometimes his comments blow us away! He is enjoying band this year and we are so proud of him! I honestly think he may be a lawyer some day, and the way that boy can debate, I am sure he'd be a good one! He will accomplish whatever he sets his mind too.
Our youngest, Cayden will start Pre-K this next year and he is so much fun. He keeps us on our toes and he is a very sweet, loving little boy, and he has learned to debate also from listening to Hayden. LOL! He is a joy and we are so blessed to have him in our family. Nothing better then picking him up after a long day, and seeing how happy he is to see me. Ahhhhh. I Love that!!! He is def. going be into sports, and has a natural athletic ability and I can't wait to be cheering him on.
I am keeping my focus on getting healthy and staying healthy for myself and for my family! So as these holidays approach, I am already feeling accomplished........because, I'm gonna win this!!! :)
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Understanding Triggers!
Wow. It's been awhile since I have sat down and posted. I have had a busy couple of weeks. I am looking forward to the month of October! September hasn't been a great weight loss month for me, still going down on the scales and that's the important part, because it's moving in the right direction! But.....it's been slow!
I have a great weight loss support friend, and she has recently lost over 50 pounds, I am so proud of her, she has remained focused along her journey and is very motivating to me. I get very frustrated because I am not a patient person. She has worked on this since Jan. so it hasn't been overnight for her either but all of a sudden, she is def. feeling her success.
I have a blog I read about a guy who has recently lost 270 lbs, and he's an awesome writer. So today I am going to share what I learned off his blog, because I think this is what causes me to slide in the wrong direction so many times. I have to understand what triggers the behavior and how to manage it. I found this incredibly helpful This is what Sean says:
Staying focused is sometimes a very difficult thing to do. Most of us know what our triggers are. Triggers are situations and circumstances that put us at our weakest point in terms of staying on track. My trigger is stress. Any and all stress. Job stress, financial stress, family stress. It all adds up to a big mess of stress. And I'm sure you've heard people say...”I'm an emotional eater”...aren't most of us? I'm not just an emotional eater, I'm also a celebratory eater and a spur of the moment craving eater, I'm a “ah, the heck with it, give me the double decker with extra cheese and bacon” eater. Identifying your triggers is important. What makes me feel the urge to eat a couple thousand calories in double cheeseburgers and ice cream? Stress. I identified this trigger several years ago. And for the longest time I've used that as an excuse not to get busy with this mission. “I'm just too stressed out to get started right now”...Or, after a successful couple of days, totally going nuts on a half gallon of tin roof sundae, then thinking...”I can't do this right now because things are just too stressful. So recently I had to ask myself: If I'm waiting to have a stress free life before I start losing this weight, will I ever start?
The answer was no. We all have stress in some form. Stress is part of daily life for most people. Stress can be so many different things. So I realized that if I were waiting for my world to be completely perfect and stress free, then I would never, ever, ever start this. We have to adjust our strategy in the face of our triggers. We have to stop long enough to ask ourselves, will eating this really improve my situation? What can I do besides over-eat that will help me deal with this issue? I've turned to food for comfort for so long, that I know how incredibly difficult this can be. My smart and beautiful wife mentioned taking one day at a time in a comment she left on yesterdays blog, and you know what? She's so right. One day at a time I deal with cravings, one day at a time I deal with triggers, one day at a time I succeed. Eventually all of those “one day at a times” will add up to an amazing result.
That's a very good information because I can so relate to what he said, and he's right, you deal with it one day at a time and you learn new habbits.
Christy mentioned the other day to me, it's about learning to use food for nutrition purpose, not for entertainment of comfort. You have to totally train yourself to think differently about food and have a different relationship with the food.
Yep, I can do this!! I am doing this, and October is going to be a great month. The weather is cooler, the leaves are turning colors, I love this time of the year! I am blessed beyond measure with a wonderful family! I want to be around along time to enjoy my family! A healthier lifestyle is a must, and it's getting easier everyday! So we take this advice: Take twice as long to eat half as much!
I have a great weight loss support friend, and she has recently lost over 50 pounds, I am so proud of her, she has remained focused along her journey and is very motivating to me. I get very frustrated because I am not a patient person. She has worked on this since Jan. so it hasn't been overnight for her either but all of a sudden, she is def. feeling her success.
I have a blog I read about a guy who has recently lost 270 lbs, and he's an awesome writer. So today I am going to share what I learned off his blog, because I think this is what causes me to slide in the wrong direction so many times. I have to understand what triggers the behavior and how to manage it. I found this incredibly helpful This is what Sean says:
Staying focused is sometimes a very difficult thing to do. Most of us know what our triggers are. Triggers are situations and circumstances that put us at our weakest point in terms of staying on track. My trigger is stress. Any and all stress. Job stress, financial stress, family stress. It all adds up to a big mess of stress. And I'm sure you've heard people say...”I'm an emotional eater”...aren't most of us? I'm not just an emotional eater, I'm also a celebratory eater and a spur of the moment craving eater, I'm a “ah, the heck with it, give me the double decker with extra cheese and bacon” eater. Identifying your triggers is important. What makes me feel the urge to eat a couple thousand calories in double cheeseburgers and ice cream? Stress. I identified this trigger several years ago. And for the longest time I've used that as an excuse not to get busy with this mission. “I'm just too stressed out to get started right now”...Or, after a successful couple of days, totally going nuts on a half gallon of tin roof sundae, then thinking...”I can't do this right now because things are just too stressful. So recently I had to ask myself: If I'm waiting to have a stress free life before I start losing this weight, will I ever start?
The answer was no. We all have stress in some form. Stress is part of daily life for most people. Stress can be so many different things. So I realized that if I were waiting for my world to be completely perfect and stress free, then I would never, ever, ever start this. We have to adjust our strategy in the face of our triggers. We have to stop long enough to ask ourselves, will eating this really improve my situation? What can I do besides over-eat that will help me deal with this issue? I've turned to food for comfort for so long, that I know how incredibly difficult this can be. My smart and beautiful wife mentioned taking one day at a time in a comment she left on yesterdays blog, and you know what? She's so right. One day at a time I deal with cravings, one day at a time I deal with triggers, one day at a time I succeed. Eventually all of those “one day at a times” will add up to an amazing result.
That's a very good information because I can so relate to what he said, and he's right, you deal with it one day at a time and you learn new habbits.
Christy mentioned the other day to me, it's about learning to use food for nutrition purpose, not for entertainment of comfort. You have to totally train yourself to think differently about food and have a different relationship with the food.
Yep, I can do this!! I am doing this, and October is going to be a great month. The weather is cooler, the leaves are turning colors, I love this time of the year! I am blessed beyond measure with a wonderful family! I want to be around along time to enjoy my family! A healthier lifestyle is a must, and it's getting easier everyday! So we take this advice: Take twice as long to eat half as much!
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