Some changes are like crossing a lake. The goal is to get to the other side. Losing weight, much like seeking employment or dating, is not something that will go on forever. It is a focus for a period of time until at last you achieve your goal. It may take time – a year [...]
Yesterday, we mentioned that limiting beliefs are grounded in fear. What are you afraid of? When you embark upon any new change, of course there will be fear; you are changing course and anything new is different. Although many people thrive on the adventure of change, others fear the unknown. There are other little fears [...]
Today, I was down another 0.9 pounds bringing weight loss to 3.6 pounds after 7 days. I had a little cheat today – I put creamer in my coffee. The diet calls for no dairy but, since it is Sunday, I gave myself permission to splurge. Not much of an excuse, I know; but I [...]
I am down another 1.1 pounds today bringing my total loss so far to 2.7 pounds. Is that good or bad? It depends upon how you think about it. This is less than I have lost in the first week during previous rounds, however, I have less to lose now and I eat healthier today [...]
I wish it were over already. I know it is only day 5 – I have a long way to go! Thoughts about not being able to eat whatever and whenever I want start to infiltrate my mind. I squash them very quickly by either eating an allowed food, drinking water or doing something else [...]