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Post by nancy on Dec 18, 2018 4:41:34 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 Dec 18, 2018 4:52:32 GMT
C93D14, 19 points, 6 water
PT today. It was good. I'll be going 2 or 3 times a week for a month and then back to the doctor. The therapist told me to get back to my morning back exercises - she thought they were perfect. She gave me a few more. She told me to resume all of my activities using judgment if anything causes pain. She said to start with 15 minutes on the treadmill and maybe once around the mall and increase within reason. Makes good sense to me. She was in favor of trying the black cherry juice. Tomorrow is table tennis and beginners line dancing. Last night and today I played pool. So nice to be back in the world.
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Post by Jan on Dec 18, 2018 11:37:42 GMT
Good morning. It wasnโt my usual day of eating yesterday. I went to lunch with a friend and had a very small salad with ahi tuna. The only points would have been for dressing. (I was hungry by 3:00, we didnโt have anything else and asked for no bread at the table.) I had a very small piece of lasagna when I got home from work last night. The rest of the day was business as usual in the food department.
Lori, smart, smart, smart to do MFP yesterday. I agree with Nancy, imagine the domino effect that would have happened in years past.
Nancy, your PF gave great advice for moving forward. So happy youโre back in action!
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Post by Lori on Dec 18, 2018 16:35:01 GMT
Hi BFFs!!
It was good to follow MFP yesterday, ended the day at 1200 cal. - helps me to feel more in control, which I will need!! Surrounded by temptation all day at work today, Christmas dinner tonight, party tomorrow and luncheon Thursday. Friday planning another MFP day...I'll fit them in anywhere I can.....My goal for the challenging days will be green surrounded by yellow!!
Nancy, Wonderful your getting back to your activities!! Sounds like a good PT!! Jan, Awesome job yesterday!! Very impressed with how you handled lunch!!
Have a great day! Lori
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Post by nancy on Dec 18, 2018 17:56:51 GMT
Jan - Sounds like a very strong alternative to your "usual day". kudos!
Lori - So interesting how we go back and forth between these methodologies. I'm enjoying a break from MFP, whereas you're using it as a break from some challenging events. So we're learning to either use or not use these tools when appropriate. We've come a long way, baby.
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