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Post by nancy on Apr 29, 2017 3:29:32 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 Apr 29, 2017 3:37:51 GMT
C78D3. 7 water, 28 points, all ghgs except no oil and no whole grain, 1209 calories, fitbit wasn’t working, 2 binges April
I’m fine. Sorry to be MIA. The time just got away from me. Thanks Jan for starting us off in my absence.
Couldn’t sleep Wednesday night – moved to recliner – a taste of this, a taste of that, a taste of the other and pretty soon it turned into a full-fledged binge – just like the old days. The only NSV is that I neatly wrote down all of it in may journal -19 points in all which I’ve decided to isolate so Those points are not included in either my calories or my points.
Thursday and Friday were good and I feel as if I’m back in the game
Jan – Kudos on three days of FIF and calories. Re luncheon at Fridays, actually the portion wasn’t that big but each of our halves were most satisfying.
Jane – I had a friend who lost her husband midlife followed by depression. She decided to cruise around the world, 3 months, alone. Turned out to be the best medicine ever. Upon her return, she got back to living her life. Enjoy your amazing trip and try to keep in touch.
Beth – So glad you’re back. We really missed you. Many years ago our family took a course in transcendental meditation. When my father died and we were sitting Shiva, I excused myself, went into a room and mediated for 20 minutes. More than one person mentioned that I appeared to be more like myself afterwards.
Cindy – So we both gave into a binge. I always think I’m done with binging and then there it is again. Oh well let’s get back on the beam together.
Meg – Goodness, another cold. Sorry to hear it and wishing you a speedy recovery.
Lori – Sounding strong. Funny isn’t that it was just a few days since I told you I truly believed I was thru with binging. NOT!!
Edesia – NSV that you’re doing so well on so little sleep. Hopefully you can catch up this weekend.
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Post by edesia on Apr 29, 2017 11:34:39 GMT
Morning, BFF's! I'm feeling more like myself this morning and had a better night's rest. Meals were healthy, yesterday. I made a simple fish dinner last night with mixed vegetables and salad. I did have a small dessert and managed to stop myself from having more. I'll do my weekly food shopping this morning. I was hoping we'd be able to grill later on, but I'm not sure what the weather will be. Enjoy your weekend.
Nancy - Although it was a binge, it still seems like it was not as big a binge as in the past given the amount of points you counted. Similar behavior, but not the same in scope. That matters.
Beth - Watcha' cooking this week?
Meg - I hope you are feeling better. I am going to try the beef barbacoa this week. After you mentioned it, I checked out some recipes and it looks good. Thanks for the idea.
Lori - I'm impressed by your consistent step count. I really need to get back to walking more.
Jane - I am imagining a beautiful sunrise over Rome. Ahhh...
Cindy - I'm planning on moderation this weekend, not perfection. Are you with me?
Jan - FIF this weekend?? Keep it up.
Louise?
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Post by kathyd on Apr 29, 2017 11:39:20 GMT
C31. D1 (RESET). Exercise. Restarted tracking this morning.
I've been on a long streak of overeating with a vengeance for two weeks and 1 day. Not tracked, fast food, candy bars, kids' stale Easter candy, etc... The peak of work stress has passed, but there is still stressful followup. I love my work - it's meaningful and rewarding - but I cried my heart out in a meeting this week. The stress just got to me. I cried so hard I couldn't even talk. My boss brought me a box of Kleenex :-)
I need to learn to take care of myself amidst these times - resources are declining for some branches of the sciences. Radical self care for healthy food, exercise, balanced use of time, etc...
Nancy- good NSV on writing it all down. That probably helps keep the binge from continuing longer. Did you reset? I reset as of today - it's my weigh in day and so that is good motivation.
Jane - nice that you connected with us while in Rome! Sorry to hear about the airplane food ~ but my expectations are pretty low to start with. I finished an interesting novel called American War written by war correspondent Omar El Akkad. I had it on audio and made this week of road time interesting. It has study guide at the end and raises questions worth discussion.
Meg - hope you are feeling better and can shake that cold.
EDESIA- wow~ sounds like you and I had similarly stressful work weeks. I kept the same hours and felt comatose as well. Yesterday I bathed my brain in saltine crackers - a bad, old habit in response to intense work stress. So fabulous that you avoided the sugar and that you ate healthy through it. Hope that you get caught up with sleep and have a restful weekend.
Lori - rah! going into the weekend strong! I'm feeling the same and need to plan and track my food.
Beth - what a perfectly delightful Friday with activity, friends and self care. You remain a good example! And I want to prioritize mindful meditation too. I can tell when I go without - my mind starts whrrrring all the time. I felt that last night - Friday, done with work, and still WRRRRRRRR.
Jan - sounds like you are in the drivers seat with healthy eating.
Kids up and needing attention. My plan is to check in here everyday. To plan and track meals. To prioritize exercise.
Kathy
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Post by thebber on Apr 29, 2017 13:40:31 GMT
Morning folks!
Nancy, nice job writing everything down...isolation is the perfect response for you. YOu'll be right on track today, i'm sure of it.
Edesia asked what i'm cooking this week...Kept it fairly simple cuz not much time for prep so last evening i did the following:
sautéed onions, peppers, brocoli, summer squash, zucchini, pinto beans with some mexican spices which we will use as enchilada filling for dinner (or just have it over rice).
made spaghetti sauce for our anniversary dinner on wednesday night.
chopped up veggies and made up spice mixture to throw in crockpot with some chicken tomorrow for ancho chicken chili (we'll have that over rice).
chopped up cauliflower, onion, summer squash, red bell pepper to use in stir fry with chicken for 2 dinners this week.
chopped up onion, zucchini, summer squash & canadian bacon for dinner omelet.
lunches will be leftovers or salads with tuna.
now finishing up with the laundry and cooking a big batch of rice, some of which will go in the freezer. Also making the pasta. Also need to get some paperwork done before heading out to pickleball and tonight's concert. Unfortunately it looks like i'm going solo to the concert because my friend had to cancel at the last minute. So far have not been able to find somebody else to come. It's the kind of show that some people will buy tix at the door so if i don't find somebody to come with me i'll give the second ticket to somebody in line (that should make somebody happy!)
have a good Saturday all!
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Post by cpstara3 on Apr 29, 2017 16:13:19 GMT
Hi Girlfriend!
Oh, this was just a horrible week on eating and treadmill!
Emotional eating all week, 7 lb gain. One good thing, we
had a wonderful time Thursday evening, having an early
birthday party for oldest DGS, who will be in Georgia on his
birthday. A lot of senior events coming up in the next
2 weeks. He graduates on 19th & then leaves on 5/22.
So....better hold hands will all of you! I thinks its
bothering my DS more than he lets on, after talking to
one of his friends Wed night.
Nancy, my big downfall is if I get off, don't write it
in my journal, just quit for the day.
It was all cookies and crackers this week. This next week
will be better. Not going to buy any c's or c's.
Jane, wow, can't believe you are in Rome and we are still
getting your posts!!! Have a great time!!
Love ya'll,
Cindy
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Post by Louise on Apr 29, 2017 20:33:15 GMT
I'm back at home with DM. Today we spent a good part of the day cleaning out some of the expired foods and spices from the kitchen. Still have more to get through.
Eating; I'm not binging but sometimes am having more snack food than normal. Not really journaling either. My weight seems to have stabilized in my two lb window.
DM and I got out yesterday and went by some antiques places trying to sell a few small items. Not really much success but it was something Mom wanted to do. Today she joined me in one circuit of my cluster during which I picked up today's mail.
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