[1HauteMama]

Originally Posted by elisaannh

Put a pause in the cycle. Literally, carry around a kitchen timer or stop watch and see how long you can go from the first moment of impulse to giving in, or getting past it. During that pause, think about the thoughts you are having as though you were outside - looking in. Don't be judgmental or negative, just look at the words you use to convince yourself and what words might work to slow down the impulse.

I sat outside a grocery store once, at 1 am, with my kitchen timer and made myself wait 25 minutes before going in. I realized how crazy my behavior was and went home.The more times you are able to stop the event, the more you gain confidence in your ABILITY to make a decision and that it isn't as out of control as you once thought.

This is such a good idea!

[Sarahlynn]

I am in the process of beating my fast food addiction. I quit McDonalds as my new years resolution and I havent had it since December 30th 2009. I do occasionally go to other fast food joints but I find myself looking for a healthier alternative because what is the point of quitting McDonalds and eating a burger at Wendy's right? I felt so much better about a month after I quit because eating that crap bloats you up ect. After about 6 months I was even able to sit in the car while everyone else ate it and to be honest instead of craving it like I used to it made me feel nausious.