Angry and sad today over my 21 year old son losing his dog (the dog is OK but was taken and not sure he'll get it back). Long story so I won't go into it, but the emotions coming with this are so hard and I so want to just eat!
Sometimes there seems to be so little justice in the world. It's a good thing I believe in a merciful compassionate God. I just need the strength to get through today, then the rest of the week will be busy so easier not to dwell on food. I'm not even hungry, it's just the emotional eating response and I hate that it controls me so much!
It is so hard not to get into your adult children's business and try to make everything better for them. For me that is the hardest thing of all. I just want to cry. I loved that dog to. Thanks for listening to me whine.
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Originally Posted by rosemary2612
Hi Motherduck!
I had a lot to lose when I started (no pun intended). My doctor said that I was the sickest person, with the most weight to lose, that she had ever signed up for this diet. I wore that as a badge. I was determined to prove to her that I could do it. And I HAVE! I have never eaten one thing off of protocol, even if I want everything I see at the grocery store. I have had extra protein drinks when I absolutely think I have to eat. I just go with the belief that all I have to do is follow the guidelienes and the weight will take care of itself. My health issues are resolving themselves (insulin dependent diabetic) and my blood pressure is down. I spent 20 years as a bulimic and when I recovered from that the food was still an issue. I kept on gaining without success at any diet I would try. This is the first time in many years that i feel free. It scares me to death to think about going off of Phase one, but with the help of all of you, in about 50 pounds, I will be able to do it. It is not about the weight for us - it is so we find peace and contentment with our lives. You can do this one day at a time with the help of the beautiful people on this board and the belief in your self. I don't post alot - usually if I really have something to say, and I guess today was the day. I love and believe in all of you! I hope no one thinks I am bragging because I am not like that, but I am living proof that this diet works and we can do this.
Rosemary: Thank-you for the kind words. It is great to see someone who has come so far as sometimes the goal can seem so far away. The mini goals, like the halloween challenge, help as they let me see the progress in short bursts. This board is just wonderful for motivation and support. You should post more often, your wisdom is much appreciated!
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Originally Posted by lilblackdress
Scale hasn't budged all week. Eating protocol, no slips. Cleaned out my closet and have a bag of clothes to give away, still feeling a bit disappointed. Tell myself I shouldn't...just coming off of a 9lb weight loss for the last 2 weeks and body needs time to adjust. All in all, I have been on the diet 70 days and lost 39 lbs which is a phenomenal success! Can't expect big losses every week. It is amazing how we set our selves up for failure! Really??? losing over 1/2 lb per day isn't good enough? How crazy is that thinking. Need to remind myself that just over 2 months ago I was wearing 20W-22W and now in a solid 16 misses! How long ago has that been? I will stick to plan, weigh in tomorrow and look for success next week. Perhaps I should not measure success by the scale but rather by sticking to plan!
LilBlackDress: I can so relate. I knowing we've some a long ways and are doing great, but still want to Ferry God Mother to come along and wave her wand and "poof"
we're all thin. Nope have to do the work. At least with IP it is a lot faster then other methods for sure.
39 pounds in 70 days! WOW!