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Post by nancy on Oct 12, 2018 3:46:39 GMT
WELCOME TO REGULAR & NEW POSTERS! This thread is full of encouragement & suggestions. New people, welcome! We encourage you to jump in. One day, one hour, one minute at a time is easier to handle than a week, etc. Lurkers, join in
Our goal is 21 days Binge Free (studies show 21 days to break old habits & start new ones!). Whether we make 21 or one, the point is to learn as we go, replace binges with other things to help us through stressful times. Some days are harder than others & we may slip; that's OK. The Binge Monster is in the shadows waiting to pounce. Hopefully this thread provides inspiration, courage, & support to become a Binge Survivor!
You may see different folks on different "Cycles." A Cycle is a 21 day block of consecutive binge-free days. Stay with us for as many cycles as you'd like.
Everyone's definition of a BINGE is different. The Oxford Dictionary defines a binge as a spree of eating and drinking. To many of us, BINGE is defined as "eating without dignity." The dictionary defines "dignity" as a calm and serious manner or style, showing suitable formality or indicating that one deserves respect. Only you can define what a binge is for you. Going over points, as long as it was done with dignity and journaled (therefore acknowledged and "owned") isn't binging--it is up to you to decide.
SPECIAL THANKS TO LESLIE5609 for starting this challenge on the Out of Control Board, in August '02, and thanks to all who keep it going
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Post by nancy on Oct 12, 2018 3:48:23 GMT
C90D14, 17 points, 4 rollovers, 8 water, 1188 calories, 11,075 steps
That count isn’t quite true. That’s because one of our friends, playing mah jong in a different room at the clubhouse, became 80. Her friends brought a birthday cake for her and she sent over a small slice for each of us. It was white and kind of harmless but delicious. At home I was going to have a glass of milk and 2 mini musketeer bars. I didn’t have them but they are included in the above counts. Maybe it didn’t quite offset the cake but probably close enough. The rest would be isolated.
Jan – I think it’s great that core is working for you. The fact that I eat pretty much that way as well (lots of zeros) might explain why I’m not feeling deprived. Did Alex really enjoy being back in the game?
Lori – Yep airports can be challenging. Couldn’t you bring your own sandwich to have with a cup of coffee while DH is having his breakfast? Or maybe a hard boiled egg and 2 string cheese or mini bells with a slice of 647 / B&B….and then save the apple and quest bar for the plane.
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Post by Jan on Oct 12, 2018 10:21:41 GMT
Good morning. Soccer was over an hour away last night, and our favorite restaurant was on the way, so we had dinner out. I snacked a bit when we got home. Back at it today.
Lori, when I travel, especially as early as you’ll be leaving, I hold off eating for as long as I can. I then just make the best choices that I can, knowing because the day will be so much longer that I’ll be eating a lot more calories. You’ll adjust with a shorter day on the way home.
Nancy, cake sounds delicious! Yes, Alex was over the moon to get back on the soccer field.
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Post by Lori on Oct 12, 2018 20:36:40 GMT
Hi BFFs,
Crazy busy day..... Thanks for the travel day advice. I think I'll combine both...try to hold off as long as possible to eat - bring a cheese sandwich and apple - that should hold me until the next meal...
I'll be checking in while on vacation....
Lori
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