Help!!!
Old habits are not easily changed. I’ve got much to do and am hereby suspending my commitment to walk every day – even for just 20 minutes. I’m busy with a number of sewing projects for my travels with Rachael. After a sewing hiatus of close to 30 years, I’m discovering that the instructions for the patterns I’m using are causing me time-consuming difficulties. I’m convinced that they were originally written in Chinese and translated into English by someone in India who speaks neither language. With no malice towards the people of either China or India, I believe that some things just shouldn’t be outsourced! Errrrrrrrrg and Grrrrrrrrr!
In the non-Erggggg and Grrrrrrr category, the scale read 166.5 this morning. I’ve been ebbing and flowing to and from this weight for about a week now. This is how it was the last time around, as if I need to “test” a weight before dropping lower. I’m satisfied with this. I’ve been on target with my eating and I know that the numbers on the scale will take care of themselves as long as I stay at or under my daily allotment of 25 points. That said, I hope to see 165 on the scale before my trip to Spain.
I’m somewhat concerned about how I’ll deal with the dietary aspects of that trip At this point my affirmation is: “I, Arlene, easily maintain self control in the food choices I make.” I‘m bringing along with me my water bottle, travel coffee cup, and about 30 bags of Jerquee, a soy product with approx. 160 calories and 13 grams of protein for a 1.5 oz. bag. My intention is to allow myself some leeway on this trip. I’d like to enjoy food that I don’t usually get a chance to experience. I use the word “experience” intentionally. Eating foods that are not a part of one’s usual routine is a pleasurable part of the travel experience. I don’t want to deprive myself of it. Can I give myself permission to indulge without losing self control? I know it’s up to me, but I also know how easily my resolve breaks apart once I loosen the restraints. I don’t expect to be getting rid of the lbs. when I’m gone; in fact, I’m okay with a small regain. I just don’t yet have enough of the answer to feel that I’m up to this challenge. I’d really really really appreciate any suggestions.
In the non-Erggggg and Grrrrrrr category, the scale read 166.5 this morning. I’ve been ebbing and flowing to and from this weight for about a week now. This is how it was the last time around, as if I need to “test” a weight before dropping lower. I’m satisfied with this. I’ve been on target with my eating and I know that the numbers on the scale will take care of themselves as long as I stay at or under my daily allotment of 25 points. That said, I hope to see 165 on the scale before my trip to Spain.
I’m somewhat concerned about how I’ll deal with the dietary aspects of that trip At this point my affirmation is: “I, Arlene, easily maintain self control in the food choices I make.” I‘m bringing along with me my water bottle, travel coffee cup, and about 30 bags of Jerquee, a soy product with approx. 160 calories and 13 grams of protein for a 1.5 oz. bag. My intention is to allow myself some leeway on this trip. I’d like to enjoy food that I don’t usually get a chance to experience. I use the word “experience” intentionally. Eating foods that are not a part of one’s usual routine is a pleasurable part of the travel experience. I don’t want to deprive myself of it. Can I give myself permission to indulge without losing self control? I know it’s up to me, but I also know how easily my resolve breaks apart once I loosen the restraints. I don’t expect to be getting rid of the lbs. when I’m gone; in fact, I’m okay with a small regain. I just don’t yet have enough of the answer to feel that I’m up to this challenge. I’d really really really appreciate any suggestions.
posted by ArleneWKW at 5:43 PM
2 Comments:
When you're heading off to another country then you have to be able to try the food. However, what you can watch is portion sizes, and the amount of activity you're involved in.
Hope you have a great time.
I find it helps to rein in certain areas. For example, I feel pretty deprived if I consistently miss out on the main course, but I can pass dessert by with "No thanks, I have to watch my weight". Pick your indulgence areas but hold the line somewhere else.
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