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Post by nancy on May 3, 2019 3:49:33 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 May 3, 2019 3:55:13 GMT
C97D5, 19 points, 4 rollovers, 5 water, 1198 calories, 11,036 steps
walk to and from clubhouse, just 1/2 hour of table tennis, nice long walk twice around community with friend. Had to play aide today. Covered tomorrow, Sat, Sun, Mon and Friday. Not sure about next Tues, Wed or Thurs. Then regular weekday gal should be back having recovered from surgery. The golden years LOL.
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Post by Jan on May 3, 2019 10:42:38 GMT
24 points 1727 calories 18 APs
It was a very productive shopping trip, and bonusโNick came with us. Alex wanted to go to the Champs outlet. I think Iโd only been one other time. Wow, the deals. The shorts that they like were $3.99, normally $39. I got two new pairs of shoes for teaching, only $39 a pair for New Balance. We spent $300 in there and walked out with I think three huge bags.
It feels so good to be in weight loss mode, and staying within my points and calories every day. It will be nice for my summer clothes to fit comfortably.
Lori, definitely add your own chocolate covered pretzels to the ice cream. The pretzels in the Chilly Cow were all at the bottom, and most were soggy. Now that I think about it, I might write the company.
Nancy, doesnโt it make you wonder what you did before you had the aide?
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Post by nancy on May 3, 2019 12:35:27 GMT
Jan - the combination of points and calories is miraculous, isn't it? Such an eye opener. Couldn't be more thrilled with your progress. So wonderful, too, about your success at the outlet. Things truly seem to be coming together for your family and that warms my heart. Before the aide, he never needed the help he does now. It all came about after a series of falls. We're looking into medical marijuana but they really make it difficult here... and expensive. Not just for the stuff, but for the prescriber's fees and such. All cash no insurance coverage. If it works, though, it will be more than worth it.
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Post by Lori on May 3, 2019 15:15:17 GMT
Quick check in...Crazy at work but All going well!!
DH is picking up DM today so she'll be at the house when I get home.
Hope to BBL...if not, I'll post from Texas!!
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Post by nancy on May 3, 2019 20:24:45 GMT
Lori - Travel safe!!
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