So yesterday was the big day. My weigh in as well as my most tempting day to binge and ruin everything. The weigh in was quite successful whereby I lost 1.6 pounds this week! The temptation to "celebrate" (ie: make bad decisions) was there and I am happy to say I did not cave. I did eat unhealthy food, but not too much, and I accounted for it in points and I ate smarter the rest of the day to balance it out. Today I followed my points and ate good foods and feel back on track though I didn't really feel "off-track", just nervous from an evening out socializing. So hooray for me, a small goal has been mostly met. Tomorrow is Diz's bridal shower and there will be snacks as well as the 7 dozen cupcakes I spent the last two days baking and frosting, (chocolate with vanilla frosting, funfetti with chocolate frosting, french vanilla with vanilla frosting, black bottom cupcakes which are chocolate with a cream cheese center. all frosting was made from scratch, with love.) so again it is a chance for me to practice portion control and awareness. When there are chips and dips, I mindlessly mange with no regard for how much I'm eating. I love salty snacks. They are my happy place. Sweet things I have an easier time avoiding and resisting. But put anything with cheese or any sort of dip with any sort of chip in front of me, and I'll be licking that bowl, thank-you-very-much.
I'm a bit torn in the world of blogging. I'm not sure how personal or even how specific to make this. I have no qualms about the specifics of my weight loss and DMA challenges, but when it comes to the personal lives of myself or those around me, I think it's safest to err on the side of caution. I mean, especially as I'm entering the professional world, the internet is the perfect place to research candidates for DMA programs or future teaching positions.
My brain is mushy. There was more I wanted to share but nothing I type makes sense so I'll try again when I'm more aware of what I'm saying. I will say I got a new cookbook, and that's always a good day. :)
WWW.DHAMMA.ORG... In its most basic definition, it is a tool for change- namely equanimity; a tool to alleviate suffering that stems from our attachments and habit patterns that begin with our cravings and aversions.
ReplyDeleteportion control is key i think and once you get used to it then it is not even something you think about, but once you get used to eating big meals then it is harder to go back! i try to buy snacks (especially salty ones cause i am like you in that) in portion controlled packages already, which make portion control easier and i can sit and eat one without really going for another because psychologically opening another pack is a big thing rather than just tuning out while doing something else and still stuffing my face! they are handy for throwing in your bag for lunch or a snack on the go too. the active lifestyle! and you can easily get stuff like that in bulk as well. also i have been substituting bagel chips or pita chips or something like that for potato chips, or use baked ones. better for you. also, love chicken wing dip but cant always make it and there are lots of calories (although i used lite cream cheese, etc to cut down) but i found that hummus mixed with franks red hot buffalo wing sauce is super yummy, tastes like chicken wing dip (kinda anyways) and is better for you.
ReplyDeleteps. granola bars are great to help when on the go as well. i especially like the peanut butter ones because the peanuts give energy longer. or the special k breakfast bars are only 90 calories and great for those mornings when i spend a few extra snoozes in bed and am running late. also the oats and chocolate fiber one bars are a great source of fiber plus give me the yummy chocolate i want sometimes but in a good way! oooo and rice crispie treats have 90 and 100 calorie bars now too in a perfect snack size! i also found that if i mix lettuces for a salad and add some leftover chicken bits (or steak or fish, whatevs) plus a little of the salad toppers from wegmans (my fav is asian sesame) and some dried cranberries, then not only do i make my leftovers go an extra meal (yea to saving money) but i have a yummy salad that has a bit of a crunch, is healthy, has protein in the meat and some fruit :)
ReplyDeleteoh and sometimes, if i have a free few hours or afternoon/evening or something, then i make a few different types of meals or items and then save some for the next few days and freeze the rest. then when i am in a rush or cant find much or just need a side to go with the rest, then i have some yummy homecooked good for me food that just needs to be defrosted in the microwave! :) plus if you put a little music on and even treat yourself to a half a glass of wine when doing so, then it is even more fun. or if i will have people over for dinner, then i will just cook a little bit more and set it aside for the freezer and a later date. glad or ziploc or regular tupperware are your friends! perfect also for building up a selection now for when you are super busy and not having as much time to cook
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