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What goes up, must come down… both my mood & my weight! The high I was riding over how well the trip went to see my Mom, that she's doing ok & that I stayed on my healthy eating course through the trip & upon initially returning home, has been replaced as I had a detour on Tues and strayed from that course, overeating & getting into sugar. I keep reminding myself that I still made huge strides in the right direction (not just baby steps), and that it takes time to re-wire long standing habits, but I want it now & was so close! Journaling I know will help -- get it off my chest & back into a better perspective.
Plus, while my mood is down, my weight is up. I'm regretting even getting on the scale this morning & will wait to log it until tomo, but am also struggling with that, even though I know its just a number, I'm much more than that, and I'm so very fortunate to be healthy & fit. But that darn number on that darn scale!
So, I know what I have to do, which starts with coming here, picking myself up & praying for serenity --
God grant me the serenity
to accept the things I cannot change;
courage to change the things I can;
and wisdom to know the difference.
Living one day at a time;
Enjoying one moment at a time;
Accepting hardships as the pathway to peace;
Taking, as He did, this sinful world
as it is, not as I would have it;
Trusting that He will make all things right
if I surrender to His Will;
That I may be reasonably happy in this life
and supremely happy with Him
Forever in the next.
Amen.
So, for this one day, and each one meal, moment, bite, thought & emotion, I'll pray, breathe, log, journal & express my way. I'm so very, very grateful for each of wonderful you and our special place here, my family & IRL friends, and having the health & wealth to live this life I love, even with its bumps along the way. xoxox
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Welcome back from the mini lapse. You got in and out and no one got hurt. The scale changed a bit but your body may also be responding to all of the new changes that are happening. Keep your eye on the prize of your early retirement goal. Here’s to a healthy start for the new day.
23 Jan 14 by member: ChicaLean
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Do NOT dwell on the scale weight... It could be, some of it is water. Focus on the future and menu plan. I think you have been on a roller coast of emotions, which, you have probably kept in check. Now you are home, mentally, you think phew! That went well.... And the. All the stuff you reigned in and kept under control, came to the surface. You have done well, don't loose sight of that. Give yourself a slap, recognise what is happening in your head and get on track x
23 Jan 14 by member: Sk1nnyfuture
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It does come back - I know - I have been off focus for about 4 months. I'm back - well for 2 days now and just need to keep it up! You can do this!
23 Jan 14 by member: Neptunebch
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Ruth you really are doing great- I know it's hard not to focus on the number on the scale after you read it, but you really are moving in the right direction and I know it is easier said than done, but don't dwell on it, and keep on being positive. You can do this!
23 Jan 14 by member: newmooney
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You all are the best... I am so blessed to have found this special place. Just the act of journaling helps me so much. I always feel so much better after just expressing my thoughts & feelings here, but then to come back & read the kind, compassionate, caring words of encouragement... It's the icing on the cake (that I'm choosing not to eat today, of course-LOL )! Can't thank you all enough! Xoxox
23 Jan 14 by member: Ruhu
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Ruhu it is soooo normal to have a that feeling of deflation after charging to the airport and maintaining the strength to go through all the tasks and appointments you had to see to. You upheld this strength for almost a week and then back to the airport and your hubby's bd. Normal ... after all this that you just deflate .... you will get your balance back again. You are a strong lady. Hugs!
23 Jan 14 by member: Mom2Boxers
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RUHU - you rock! The time you spent with your Mom and your journals were inspirational. There was so much tension built up inside you before that visit, it somehow had to come out. Keep the faith and keep being positive. Cheers to you and hope you have a wonderful day!
23 Jan 14 by member: Lynn1958
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We had the same morning Ruhu! I got on the scale and had lost 6 ounces in one week! Really after only consuming between 1000-1200 calories a day! REALLY! Walking 2-3 miles 6 days a week! REALLY! <br>
I know it's the stinking SALT I am addicted to the stuff and as of today I am done with the other white death (or pink (himalayan) stuff)! Tomorrow is my real weigh day and I will enter whatever the scale says but I was not happy to see that number. <br>
I wish I could tell my body, hey listen you, I am not trying to starve you to death I am trying to save your sorry ass from a life of disease and illness... OK ending this rant now! I will hand in there with you Rahu!!
23 Jan 14 by member: mardee57
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I love the self-compassion you write about. Thanks for the inspiration. I know that situation, though, of doing really well and then the old habits sneak back in just when my guard is down. At least this time, they snuck in at the end rather than at beginning, middle AND end - 2 outta 3 ain't bad!
23 Jan 14 by member: Sweet Ce
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Hey Ruth...your are such a great person...and I think at times your really hard on your self...But we all have to do what we know...and its sooo hard to break those old habits...one day at a time...Hugs...:O)
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You ARE so much more than that number but you've heard it and said it back as much as I have .. yet at our age.. it's really hard to rewrite that song in the head, isn't it. I do the same ... a 2lb up and I'm miserable even though I KNOW it will be back down in the morning. Horrid that it affects the mood... and if it doesn't.. it feels as if I'm compromising. Just live in the moment... be happy for all you have today.
23 Jan 14 by member: FullaBella
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I haven't been on too much--all good intentions, but you know how life gets! Sounds like your trip went well (will have to catch up). Your home now and maybe you held your stress in and it's hitting now, or you're celebrating--LOL. We can look at it both ways. My theory--you needed to and it's good you did. Now, you're ready to get back to your routine! I love your posts because they are so real. I feel like I'm right there living that world! In my eyes--you are doing GREAT! Hugz to you!
23 Jan 14 by member: Jillzee00
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Thank you, thank you, thank you all! You are all just the best, most supportive, encouraging group. I'd be lost without you, and still feeling down in the dumps. Instead, the smile is back on my face! I don't care what that scale says tomo... Damn that thing! Xoxox. (P.S. Did I say thank you?!?)
23 Jan 14 by member: Ruhu
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