Hey All!
My name is Karen and it is so good to be back on IP. I restarted last Wed, March 4, after a year of being off plan, lots of emotional turmoil and regaining 20lbs. During that time, I attempted to rejoin but I wasn't fully committed until now. It's like there is this mental switch that needs to click inside and finally, it's ON. Looking forward to losing the weight and phasing off properly with the help of my Center/Coaches, something which I did not do the first time. And, super psyched to be back on this forum with all of you!
I'm an emotional eater and I need to figure out a way not to turn to food. I fell way out of control and it stemmed from not being happy in my former position at work, losing my father (a GREAT dad + teacher) from a long term and anguishing mental illness and, from not placing myself first.
I'm ready to find inner strength and happiness, place myself first (for once) and learn not to turn to food for comfort. This forum has always served as place that provided a wealth of knowledge for me and I appreciate all of the stories everyone shares.
The great thing about restarting for me is that I decided to rejoin on Wed AM when I awoke, I made an appointment that day and I placed and order and met with a coach that very afternoon. I didn't dare look at the scale so I don't know my start weight but next week, I will ask. Although, I stepped on my personal scale this AM and weighed in at 179.
My first day on IP was good. Day 2 - I had a huge surge of natural energy throughout and day 3 and 4, blah. I took a keto test this AM and unfortunately, I'm still not in ketosis although, I'm going to try it tonight as I hear that may make a difference. Temptations are everywhere but it feels really good to have this program as a tool right now. I spiraled way out of control and I'm the type of person who needs a strict script of what to eat other than a free for all that Weight Watchers provides, for instance. Yesterday was tough as it was the start of my first weekend on plan. I find that it's much easier to focus during the week, when I am working, as I am distracted.
Thanks for starting this thread - cheers to all of us March IP Re-Starters!