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Post by amyj on Jul 13, 2024 13:17:33 GMT
Welcome to Alcohol Free is What We Want To Be!We are glad you are here with us! If you have been struggling with your weight and have found this board you undoubtedly have your own unique, complicated relationship with alcohol and food. Laying out the problem honestly can give you the extra push you need to succeed in getting it under control. A few questions for you to think about...do you wake up at 3 AM wondering what did you do? Do you sometimes have no recall of the evening before or do you try to recover your memory of the evening before you even get out of bed? Is your spouse angry with you...or do you simply think that A is taking over too much of your life, affecting your weight loss? These are hard questions but know that you will find understanding, love, encouragement and support on this thread. We are each in a different stage of this journey but you will find others have shared your experiences. There is no judgment, just an acknowledgement that we have been there, done that. This board of great people will support you in your journey.
Some of us have been here for several years, others are new, but all are welcome and if you have visited before but didn't stay, there is still and always a place for you. Don't get overwhelmed, take your time, if something strikes you, respond. We are great at giving advice, whether you want it or not....you will get tough love, if necessary, but you will also find help. We practice positive self-talk and support, we encourage and gently hold each other accountable. We each have stories to tell, share and suggestions to help. We post different challenges during the year. Please join us if you think this is the group for you. You will be glad you did.
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Post by amyj on Jul 13, 2024 13:18:03 GMT
Labor of Love
NEW CHALLENGE
July 5 through September 2
The word labor implies a specific task or effort, many times painful or arduous. A labor of love is doing something because you really want to, not because of any monetary reward you might get for it even though it involves hard work.
This challenge is all about a labor of love, reminding yourself to love yourself so it becomes your norm.
How often do we do something for someone else because it makes them happy and in turn makes us happy. But as the saying goes “how can you love someone else if you can’t love yourself”.
There are many ways we don’t show ourselves love. We are harder on ourselves than on anyone else. We go over and over “why did I drink too much” and the ever popular "if I lost weight I would be so much happier”. We are not showing ourselves love by overeating and over drinking, we are doing the opposite. To start, give yourself grace and tell yourself yesterday is done, tomorrow isn’t here, so let’s deal with the present.
We worry about so many things, things we have no control over. Resilience, happiness and freedom comes from knowing what to care about and what to not let us get bogged down. Let go of things that do not work for you, help you, or encourage you. It is hard! You want to be a good person but be good to yourself first. Send out positivity but give yourself positivity.
We all have bad days, nothing goes right, nasty people out and about, stress levels are over the top and you have no control. This can be true in many ways but your control is to step away, love yourself.
Journal it, put it down on paper, and then let it go.
So each morning give yourself an affirmation. Here are some suggestions:
#1. I am worthy.
#2. I am enough.
#3. I am beautiful inside and out.
#4. Even my “flaws” have good and helpful aspects.
#5. I love and approve of myself.
#6. I am delighted with who I am.
#7. I fully approve of who I am, even as I better myself.
#8. I approve of myself and love myself completely.
#9. I am happy in my own skin and in my own circumstances.
#10. I am surrounded by love.
#11. I am treasured for who I really am.
#12. I am worthy of happiness and love.
#13. I enjoy my own company as I get in touch with my true self.
#14. I am at peace and happy when I’m alone.
It may sound like Stuart Smiley but go with it!
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Post by amyj on Jul 13, 2024 13:18:22 GMT
THE EIGHT GOOD HEALTH GUIDELINES
1. Eat at least five servings of vegetables and fruits each day.
2. Choose whole-grain foods, such as brown rice and oats, whenever possible.
3. Include two servings of milk products – low fat (1%) or fat-free – each day.
4. Have some healthy oil (olive oil, canola, sunflower, safflower or flaxseed each day.
5. Ensure that you are getting enough protein by choosing at least a serving or two of meat, poultry, fish, eggs or dried beans each day. Many dairy products are also good sources of protein.
6. Limit added sugar and alcohol.
7. Drink at least 6 8-ounce glasses of water a day.
8. Take a multiple vitamin-mineral supplement each day.
NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY
Drink more water:
One or more fruit daily:
One or more vegetable daily:
Dairy:
Healthy Oils:
AF:
AIM:
ANIM:
Exercise goal:
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Journal:
Move Accountability:
Sleep Accountability:
Nutrition Accountability:
Happiness Accountability:
Habit Accountability:
Check in Daily Accountability:
Time Management Accountability:
What did you do for yourself today?
Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote
Start weight July 5:
July 12:
July 19:
July 26:
August 2:
August 9:
August 16:
August 23:
August 30:
Yay we have done great! September 2
Celebrate! Final weigh in:
Great success!
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Post by amyj on Jul 13, 2024 13:18:41 GMT
Be back later.
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Post by tatermom on Jul 13, 2024 13:38:39 GMT
I look to 2024 with a renewed commitment to Progress” “Out the Door in 2024” NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY Drink more water: daily goal 70: 80 oz One or more fruit daily: 3 One or more vegetable daily: 3 Sober Spring AF: 1867 AIM: 8 Fitbit Goal/burned: 2,000/2,433 JUST JOURNAL! HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY Move Accountability: Step goal 8,000: 8,541 steps, 11/11 hours, 45 PU, 14 floors, stretches, walked store, No jiggle July, AP Sleep Accountability: 6 hours, 76 sleep, 80 stress, resting HR 67 Nutrition Accountability: 22/23 pts! 1 rollover, 21 weeklies, eggs, toast, berries, banana, LO chicken brat, cowboy caviar, rice chips, 1/2 Quest, 1/2 protein drink, bean burrito, peanuts, Halo Fitbit Macros: calorie goal @1500/1,483 cal 37% carbs, 153g, 33% fat, 57g, 30% protein 117*g, 31g Fiber, 200 left Happiness Accountability: 4 feeling happy Habit Accountability: Exercise bar 6/4. Morning routine, tracking, AP Check in Daily Accountability: 5 I'm here!! Time Management Accountability: 4 Laundry done and put away, dishwasher, grocery shop, picked up truck, finished wreath, cleaned out bird bath, talked to friend, read What did you do for yourself today? 4.journal, reading, chat with friend, Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or quote: "Sometimes you have to choose what is right, not what is easy." Start weight July 5: 194.6 cabin July 12: 194 July 19: July 26: August 2: August 9: August 16: August 23: August 30: Yay we have done great! September 2 Celebrate! Final weigh in: Good morning all. Going to be a hot one and then they are saying possible bad storms overnight and tomorrow. Guess we just wait and see. Anything I want done outside will have to happen early this morning. There is a craft’ art fair at one of the museums, outside, a big junk sale up north a bit or the Farmer’s Market. I’m thinking I’ll walk the market, probably the safest  . My friend called in the morning and we talked about an hour, kind of threw off my schedule and I was later getting to the store so passed on Costco for the day. May try on Monday. Figure it just saved me some money, and we’d just spent enough picking up DH truck. Not as bad as it could of been but not great. The mechanics said to buy these stinky pouches of ?? That you hang in the engine compartment and it actually keeps away the critters. Guess we will be getting some for all the cars that park outside. I think DH said you have to order them online. Glad I finished my wreath and I had the sunflowers here already, usually put them out in a bucket in the fall. Sure made my one hand sore tying all those denim pieces. I did it over the last week because I’d start to hurt, take a break and then continue, but I knew I needed to get done, so powered thru. By evening DH didn’t feel like cooking. He’d worked in the yard after getting the truck and then went to empty everything at the green waste. It ended up just being feed yourself . Worked out fine for me and used up a few things in the fridge. The scallops will get cooked tonight for sure as they are thawed, I’ve already cleaned the green beans so should be easy to throw together now. No other big news for the day, just plan to get my steps and stay OP. Have a great Saturday all. Stay cool. Jan Cathy. Glad the scale went down, sorry the electric will be off when you want to call your daughter. Hope you get to talk. Does the potluck have any kind of theme or just anything this time? Cindy. I get it about talking to a friend, I have to know I have the time when I see the number on the phone . I hate to put her off, but sometimes I just can’t do an hour or more when I’m going somewhere. Driving to the cabin is a good time for me to talk on speaker. Hope you are done with both of your 2 appts and that you even can end up canceling the later PT. I never even had PT after my hip, they just gave me the exercises to do at home and checked on me when I went in for follow ups. Can’t believe it’s already been a year this month, so happy I did it. Glad you DB enjoyed his treat basket. I usually just send my DB a funny card, usually some bathroom humor ha ha. I had to stop and think, he turned 74 this year. Yikes, that must mean I’m getting old too!!! Is the house FG free for the weekend? Glad the lilies will power through and still bloom. I’m wondering if Costco will have bulbs already next week? I didn’t get to Lowe’s yesterday but going to stop today. GG. I agree, you deserve the compliments. Of all the things that the DH’s take for granted, but boy, if you bake them a good dessert they sure notice . The way to a man’s heart. Hope you got to swim at DD house. Where are they going in Florida? Sounds like they are going from hot to hotter Carole. Did you get to the dog beach? Is it the one in Chicago on the lake? Have fun at the cottage, stay strong and true to you if you want to be AF. Amy. Sure you had fun with the family last night. Sounds like you are back to stitching craft fair items. Have they put out a date for the Fall show? Enjoy your morning walk and breakfast. Be back later |
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Post by amyj on Jul 13, 2024 17:42:26 GMT
THE EIGHT GOOD HEALTH GUIDELINES
1. Eat at least five servings of vegetables and fruits each day.
2. Choose whole-grain foods, such as brown rice and oats, whenever possible.
3. Include two servings of milk products – low fat (1%) or fat-free – each day.
4. Have some healthy oil (olive oil, canola, sunflower, safflower or flaxseed each day.
5. Ensure that you are getting enough protein by choosing at least a serving or two of meat, poultry, fish, eggs or dried beans each day. Many dairy products are also good sources of protein.
6. Limit added sugar and alcohol.
7. Drink at least 6 8-ounce glasses of water a day.
8. Take a multiple vitamin-mineral supplement each day.
NUTRITION ACCOUNTABILITY
Drink more water: 48/75 oz goal
One or more fruit daily: Y
One or more vegetable daily: Y
Dairy: Y
Healthy Oils: Y
AF: (mostly alcohol free since August 16, 2006): 6540
AIM: 0
ANIM: 1 (021221)
Fitbit Goal/burned: 2170/1897
HABIT ACCOUNTABILITY
Journal: Y
Move Accountability: 4, 12,000+ steps, 250 steps 6/8 hours, walked at Logan Farm Park, farmers market, Ingles, counter PU, wall stretches
Sleep Accountability: 2, up late with kids, reading, trouble falling asleep, 6+ hours, Fitbit score 83, stress management 82
Nutrition Accountability: 3, protein shake, protein bar, egg wrap, spaghetti and meatballs, French bread, blackberry cobbler, ice cream
MacrosFirst: Protein: 85/137 (23%), Carbs: 162/100 (44%), Fiber: 31gm, Net Carbs: 131, Fat: 54/45 (33%), Calories: 1409/1353, 56 over, gold star
Happiness Accountability: 4, enjoyed family time, played Winky Dink, watched Sweet Tooth, read before bed
Habit Accountability: 3, more water than Diet Coke
Check in Daily Accountability: 3, I'm here!
Time Management Accountability: 3, walking, couch time, shopping
What did you do for yourself today? time outside, reading
Please post a NSV (non-scale victory), LSP (little sign of progress), PA (positive affirmation) or motivational quote: “The hard days are what make you stronger.” ―Aly Raisman
Start weight July 5: 160.4? Mom's scale
July 12: 158.6
July 19:
July 26:
August 2:
August 9:
August 16:
August 23:
August 30:
Yay we have done great! September 2
Celebrate! Final weigh in:
Great success!
2024 Goals:
11,000 steps each day: 180/200
At least 7 hours sleep: 91/200
Lift weights twice/week: Wk 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13:only once, 14, 15, 16, 17:only once, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27
Starting weight: 179.8
Get to the 160's: March 10, 2024
150s: June 24, 2024
140s:
We got a late start yesterday and it was hot by the time we got to the park to walk. I picked about a cup of blackberries and decided to buy some at the store to have enough to make blackberry cobbler. I didn't buy anything at the farmer's market, but good to see a lot of people there. After walking we went to Ingles for groceries. When we got home we put the groceries away then I went out to pick some tomatoes. I made fresh tomato sauce for the meatballs, always yummy. The blackberry turned out very soupy, but good with vanilla ice cream. After dinner we played Winky Dink, then watched a few episodes of Sweet Tooth. I stayed up with the kids later than I should, then took a bath and finished the book I was reading, so only got about 6 hours of sleep, even with sleeping in past 9.
DH, DS, & I walked the nature trail, hot again, but at least there's some shade. We had bacon, scrambled eggs, fresh fruit, and coffee cake for breakfast. DS has gone home. Not sure of the plan for the day, I've got a lot of green beans to deal with, may freeze some. I've got laundry going and I probably should start decluttering the bedroom and closet for the floor installation on Wednesday.
Vicki- Yay for getting the compliment from DH on the pie!
Jan- WTG steps, PU, stretches, AP, blue dot, rollovers, AF, finishing the wreath. What's No Jiggle July? Yarn winding is tedious, my DMIL liked to do it for me. It seems like I invariably will pull on the end and get a big clump of yarn out of the center, so I'll cut it and wind it into a ball. Then I have to hide the ball so the cats don't run off with it. Love your denim wreath, so summery! The MacrosFirst app did set the calorie, protein, carb, and fat goals based on my stats and a goal of weight loss. I'm usually in the 80's for protein, haven't come close to the 137 mark. The nurseries will start selling fall plants soon as we have 2 growing seasons here. The brassicas (cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, collards) will make it through most winters. They still have a lot of tomatoes, peppers, herbs, etc. for sale. My neighbor says he's going to put out some new tomato plants as he feels like his are getting played out. I wouldn't want to have to deal with babying new plants through this heat. I haven't seen a date for the Fall Fest yet, but it should be sometime in October.
Cindy- Yay for the ortho doc being pleased with your progress, sorry about the chaos in the office. Good to know you can probably be done with your visits. Hope your DB had a happy birthday. Sorry your potato salad was disappointing. I think trying new recipes is a good thing, you never know when you'll find your new favorite thing. Yay for your lilies hanging in there. My zinnias are the only thing that seem unaffected by the heat. Some of the seeds washed down the hill when I scattered them and there are zinnias popping up in random places, LOL. I will probably get some feedback from my doctor on my A1C, even if it's just a message in My Chart. I'm not scheduled to see her until January.
Cathy- Yay for the scale coming down and WTG for your OP days.
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Post by amyj on Jul 13, 2024 17:45:50 GMT
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Post by amyj on Jul 13, 2024 17:46:37 GMT
M-W Word of the Day
eclectic
adjective | ih-KLEK-tik
What It Means
Something described as eclectic, such as a collection or a person's tastes, includes things taken from many different sources.
// The collection includes an eclectic mix of historical artifacts.
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Post by cindy on Jul 13, 2024 23:45:19 GMT
Hi All!
Just have lost my focus to chat while watching the news. I was in fourth grade when JFK was assassinated, then RFK, MLK, Ronald Reagan attempted assassination and now the Biden administration wont give RFk, Jr secret service protection. Just kinda glued to the news. There is just no place for this to happen to any party candidate. Bless our Secret Service.
Thanks Amy and Jan for posting today!
Will try to be back later.
Hugs to all, Cindy
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Post by cathygeha on Jul 14, 2024 7:02:25 GMT
Start weight July 5: 167.6 July 12: 171.6 July 19: July 26: August 2: August 9: August 16: August 23: August 30: Yay we have done great! September 2 Starting weight: 167.6 and today's weight <171>
Another quiet day at home. Talked to our daughter in the evening but the connection wasn't strong so we cut the conversation short. Not sure if we will be able to talk to our granddaughters today or not.
I have been craving a burger...perhaps a veggieburger would suffice if I buy a burger bun...we will see. Or, I want pasta or pizza or something that is not points friendly <sigh> but don't want to get dressed to go buy any of those things so will probably microwave some peeled eggplant and add it to a grain bowl or some tomato sauce and have it over pasta or rice.
I will make peach-tomato caprese salad to take to the potluck on Tuesday. Hope it is good.
Hope all of you sleep well and wake refreshed in the morning.
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. My friend called in the morning and we talked about an hour, kind of threw off my schedule and I was later getting to the store so passed on Costco for the day. May try on Monday. Figure it just saved me some money, and we’d just spent enough picking up DH truck. Not as bad as it could of been but not great. The mechanics said to buy these stinky pouches of ?? That you hang in the engine compartment and it actually keeps away the critters. Guess we will be getting some for all the cars that park outside. I think DH said you have to order them online. Glad I finished my wreath and I had the sunflowers here already, usually put them out in a bucket in the fall. Sure made my one hand sore tying all those denim pieces. I did it over the last week because I’d start to hurt, take a break and then continue, but I knew I needed to get done, so powered thru. By evening DH didn’t feel like cooking. He’d worked in the yard after getting the truck and then went to empty everything at the green waste. It ended up just being feed yourself 
