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Post by nancy on Mar 12, 2019 3:53:07 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 Mar 12, 2019 3:55:11 GMT
C95D15, 21 points, 2 rollovers, 7 water, 1200 calories, K8:00
Busy day but no exercise. I'll make a real effort tomorrow.
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Post by Jan on Mar 12, 2019 11:14:19 GMT
Good morning. I went a little overboard last night due to a weird schedule. Overall not too bad, and today is a new day.......
Nancy, I’m glad you liked the chocolate hummus. I made my own a few weeks ago. It was a super clean recipe using cacao powder and very little sugar. Sometime I’ll try a richer version. Down several pounds since last March, amazing! I recall all those months you struggled to lose even an ounce or two. You are an example of persistence.
Lori, isn’t it great stretching out treats like that? Enjoy your lunchtime walk!
Kathy, I hope you can find a little time for yourself today.
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Post by Lori on Mar 12, 2019 14:24:28 GMT
Yesterday was such a nice day! Finished the day with over 13,000 steps + 20 min strength training!!
Nancy, I think we might be twin BFFs…lol It’s so awesome to see how far we have come…and I totally agree that checking in daily is a HUGH part of our success!! Glad you like the hummus! You can take a pita (flat or pocket), spray – sprinkle with sweetener and make crispy in toaster over – smear the chocolate hummus and layer with strawberries + banana for a nice 3 pt snack!
Jan, I think it finally sunk in that by spreading my leftovers and treats out – I get to enjoy them without making the scale go crazy…Loving it!!
Kathy, love how every day we get a fresh start and a chance to do a little better!!
Make it a good day, everyone! Lori
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Post by nancy on Mar 12, 2019 19:29:09 GMT
Jan - Yes I well remember those days. I think the calorie count makes the big difference for me. I've got it on a spreadsheet now, so the math is automated for both points and calories. And any count I don't already know (rarely), it's already there from a previous day. If you think of it "a little overboard" was not even in our vocabulary all those years ago, so give yourself credit.
Lori - Wow on the steps and strength training. This morning I just had a slice of 647 wheat with b&B and a banana dipped in a tblsp of the chocolate hummus. I'm still waiting to try the pita pocket with either egg salad or tuna salad. I limit myself to 3 fruits a day, so I don't like to spend two of them on a single treat.
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