From now on I'm only weighing and measuring on Mondays.
I don't think the scale understands which direction its supposed to be going. Life is like that some time. We think we're headed in the right direction, but until we gain a better understanding of the trail, we could end up losing ground instead of pounds.
I need to understand which foods my body wants. I know I need more cruciferous vegetables, which I don't care for that much, but that isn't really the point, is it?
I also know I need to cut out sugar as much as possible. That includes breads and pasta and white rice.
I know I need to get more protein, but not all from meat sources. That means I have to learn more about using tofu or other soy protein products---and like it.
And I know I need to eat more of the good fats and cut out (as much as possible) the bad ones.
Easier said than done.
So you tell me. What is the next step? I can't see clearly. My eyes are blinded by the headlights. The most enjoyable recreation in my life is food (sad but true). This is one of the reasons I started writing in the first place, so I'd have something to keep me out of the kitchen. And it worked too. But what a colossal waste of time for something that has no redeeming value. I need to know that what I'm doing with my time is going to have a positive affect on my, and my family's world. Not in grand proportions, but at least in some small way. So now what? Thats my question for the day.
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Hi Linda,
Try something for me. It's going to be hard because you'll be fighting against a lifetime of habit, but I want you to make an honest effort anyway.
For one week, just one little week, do not say one negative thing about yourself or your weight. Don't even say you want to lose weight. All you can say is that you're on the path to a healthier lifestyle and a healthier weight. Make up your own mantra, but it has to be completely positive-no excuses, no explanations.
For example, I start out the day telling myself I'm an attractive woman inside and out and that this is going to be a great day. I tell myself I'm excited to lead a more healthy lifestyle. I repeat to myself that I can't wait to exercise. I tell myself that every step I take during the day is burning excess calories and making me healthier and leaner. I repeat these and more positive statements to myself throughout the day. Hey, you don't always have to mean it, but the more you say it as sincerely as possible the more it will become part of who you are--so just keep saying it.
Remember, not one negative comment! Not one excuse! Allow yourself the freedom to be the best you can be right now without expecting more from yourself than you're ready to give. Applaud yourself for your efforts and successes. Ignore any preconceived failures. Failures and setbacks do not exist this week! It's all good. Give yourself constant positive feedback. Then after one week let me know how you feel about yourself and your ability to move forward.
Okay, but I don't know if I can keep from laughing at myself.
I used to tell myself that I loved to exercise, but I couldn't get over the fact that I was lying to myself. I know now that you have to train yourself to believe it, but how long does it take? Weeks, months or years?
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