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Motivational Monday
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Good lord--ya'll are posting so much and so fast that I missed an entire thread!!
I bought one of those big exercise balls last night--it says on the box that it holds up to 300 pounds...so there's a little incentive to make sure I stay well BELOW 300 now that I've crossed that line! Of course, I guess it doesn't matter much until I actually take it out of the box and inflate it anyway
Okay, I'm back for a few minutes. My NSV wasn't really THAT much to rave about, but it shocked me because it was something I hadn't even thought of before. See, I never use my seatbelt because it squishes my stomach and it hurts. Well yesterday when I was leaving the house I noticed that my bf put his seatbelt on in his car. It got me to thinking so what I did is I tried mine and I was able to get it on without hurting AND I was actually able to drive with it on. I was so excited because I haven't worn a seat belt in years.
Catherine--it sounds like your wedding--and honeymoon -- were simply wonderful. I'm so happy for you.
I can't remember any of the other posts from that thread --nope--I lied.
Sharon--(Neurotica)--I too weigh myself EVERY single day. For the same reasons as you. I'm sure that it wouldn't work for some people--but if I didn't weigh myself every day to keep myself accountable--I don't know how much weight I could have GAINED while on my plateau. So I'm with you girl--keep weighing yourself every day if you have to. Like you said--you have to do what works for you even if it doesn't work for other people.
I also had to LOL about what you said about losing your nephews and niece. You're right--when you look at it like that you can actually appreciate just how far you've come. Keep up the good work.
Jilly~~too funny about the ball. Good luck.
I've got to go--my mother just rang the doorbell. Talk to you all later.
Sharon--(Neurotica)--I too weigh myself EVERY single day. For the same reasons as you. I'm sure that it wouldn't work for some people--but if I didn't weigh myself every day to keep myself accountable--I don't know how much weight I could have GAINED while on my plateau. So I'm with you girl--keep weighing yourself every day if you have to. Like you said--you have to do what works for you even if it doesn't work for other people.
I also had to LOL about what you said about losing your nephews and niece. You're right--when you look at it like that you can actually appreciate just how far you've come. Keep up the good work.
Vicki
OH GROOVY! I have a partner in crime! We'll get there darlin! I made a promise to myself when I started this journey. If at any time what I am doing stops working, I will find a better way rather than give up. So far, so good!
And Jill-do tell how you get along with that ball thingy. I pass them by at Target and wonder how many windows I could blow out if I sat on one of them!
ugh plateaus! Since I gained my weight at christmas, no matter how much I work out, or watch what I eat, it is NOT coming off... I expected to get rid of the new weight MUCH easier than I have been. It was only there for like 2 weeks! How comfortable fat can get in that short period of time! I know it is a matter of time before it "works" again, but man time can drag while you are waiting! I have been printing off motivational sayings all afternoon to try and perk up my spirits. I posted them on the fridge, in the gym, bathroom where ever needed Kind of having a down and out day so I hoisted my friend and we are going running tonight.
catherine ~ so happy to hear that your wedding and honeymoon went so well
Sorry I didnt get a chance to post individuals today. I am having a party tomorrow night and need to get the house clean. It is one of those at home shopping party. Adult "things" and lingere. Maybe I will find something there to brighten my mood Shame on you all, I meant lingere
Well so far so good, no being naughty with my points. But it is only 9.30. You watch, I will be up til 2 am and will end up being too tempted. But one good thing is that I will be exercising in the morning. Actually, having all this chest pain from the trapped wind has scared me a bit. I know I am not having Angina or anything, but I am more susceptible to it at my weight. So it's that added scare incentive to not let myself over indulge tonight. If I get hungry I will just have to go to sleep, end of story.
LAnne - It's interesting to hear your scales slavery. I HATE the scales, in fact if I could get away with never weighing I would. Once, many diets ago I did, as an experiment, weigh daily. The fluctuations were incredible. It's why I won't weigh weekly. I could weigh on Sunday and see myself down 3 lbs, and on Monday I could be up 4 lbs. I think I am safer weighing once a month, so that is what I do. Oh I still get the disappointment of not losing 8 lbs some times, but at least I should NEVER see a gain.
Thanks for telling me about how you did the quote thing, I will try it out soon I am sure.
Felicia - am I thick I am not sure if you are serious about the lap top thing. People have done stranger things I am sure. Glad that you got your exercise in with or without reading the paper
Thanks for being sorry for me that I have this indigestion. I still have it, I am so annoyed. I just watched a diet and fitness show that said that if you drink a glass of water with bicarbonate of soda then it will react by making you burp. I am sure this is trapped wind I have, so I drunk the stuff. Yuck. Am waiting now to see if it works.
Lilion - you brought a smile to my face when I read how you were thinking about the 'next' time you got married It's amazing what runs through your mind at the alter. I wonder how many people actually have second thoughts then and there. I didn't, but I wish I had with my first husband lol.
Jill - good on you for buying one of those exercise balls. I have never fancied having a go one of those things, but they do seem to be the latest craze. I hope you will enjoy working out on it once you get it out of the box and inflated!
Vicki - that IS a big NSV. You should be so proud of yourself. Not only are you losing the weight, BUT now you can be safe when you drive with your seat belt firmly clasped
Brenda - I am so sorry that you are on a diet plateau, it must be so frustrating. I have yet to be on a diet long enough to have it happen to me! Good for you for printing out all those motivational sayings, I hope they are helping.
I hope the party will cheer you up too and that you can buy some pretty lingerie.
Okie dokie, time to email again. I am determined to catch up tonight lol. Mind you ER is about to start so I might watch that first. Gotta love that show. Bye for now,
I just wanted to stop in and say hello. I am having a weak day....I want to dig into whatever I can find!!! I want chips, chocolate, ANYTHING!!! But I am trying to stay strong and hoping that I am just having a bad day....The fact that I am cranky isn't helping either!!! I hope everyone else is doing well!!! Hugs!
Jill - Have fun with the ball! I use mine as a chair hahahaha Hey every little bit helps right!
I've actually heard that it's a good idea to sit on the bal instead of a chair when you can because it forces you to use your core muscles to balance yourself, so it certainly does help!
Jill – I have been thinking I would try one of those balls, but I am definitely going to get one that is rated the highest possible weight. If there is a way for me to pop it, I will probably find it! I am so uncoordinated with things like that.
Vicki – Congrats on the seatbelt! I can wear mine, but only if I don’t have my winter coat on. I can’t wait until I can hop in the car with my coat and fit with the seatbelt. That’s one more way that losing weight could end up saving your life!
Ammi – Hope you made it through the late night hours without too much naughtiness
Butterflyns – Hang in there! IF you have any points/calories left for the day is there something that might sate you?
Lady Hawke – Welcome! This is a great place to come for support. I was so happy to find a place where there are other women who understand the struggles of being 300+.
I am stuck at work waiting for my boyfriend to pick me up. He has my car since his is in the shop. I am still not feeling so great, which is just making it worse. I haven’t been very hungry though the last couple of days and I am having a hard time getting water in because it hurts to swallow. Oh well. I just need to keep taking my meds and taking care of myself until I get better.
One little trick that worked for me the other night while watching TV – artistic commentary. A commercial came on with ice cream in a glass and then Coke as poured over it. My initial reaction was instant cravings (which is of course what the ad is designed to do). I then stopped for a moment and thought – “Wow, that is really excellent food photography. I am impressed with how they were able to capture those bubbles so distinctly.” It was weird, but it took me out of just reacting to the commercial to analyzing it and the craving went away.
No time for a really big catch-up today. It was a long day, as I got ONE hour of sleep last night, and I'm heading to bed early...it's only 8:30pm! Katie, I listen to Industrial, and some symphonic goth, and lots of the Industrial genre...always wanted to go to a rave, but I don't think I would fit in, even with my Kik clothes! Ammi, I also listen to a LOT of 80's new wave...LOVE LOVE LOVE Gary Numan! I'm off to bed...AT LAST!
Well I did it!! I went to sleep at midnight and although I woke at 1 and 2 am to go to the loo, although I was tempted to go get something to eat. I didn't give in. I wasn't hungry, I would have only eaten out of habit. So I am well pleased. My first night staying totally OP. FINALLY
Today I have to go out and finally order my new bed, plus I need to pick up a few groceries. I am going to exercise in about 20 minutes and then I am going to WALK with Daren over to the bed shop. It's a dry day, so I have no excuse not to.
Butterflyns - did you make it through the day without giving in to those temptaions to eat everything in sight? I often wonder what is going on in our subconcious that is telling us to pig out on some days and yet doesn't tell us on other days. If only we could find out what it was and switch it off then dieting would be SO much more easier. Don't feel too bad if you did allow yourself an extra treat or two. As we always say, forgive yourself and move on.
Felicia - well now I am really impressed, I thought it difficult enough to keep a book in place to read when on the treadmill, but a lap top. that is really something. Now don't forget that photo you promised me. I think it's brilliant that you are finding such novel ways to keep yourself from being bored while exercising. I wonder what you will do today
And thank you, yes, over about half an hour the bicarb did the trick and I was able to get rid of that trapped wind. Now please don't go picturing big man sized burps lol, believe it or not I had 3 small burps. All that pain for just 3 little burps, it's just silly
Ladyhawk - hello and to the group. I love your name on here by the way, very pretty. I know it seems so very overwhelming when you think about all the weight you have to lose, we are all in the same boat. My only bit of advice is to not look at the long term picture. Focus on small goals, and as you reach each small goal before you know it you will be that much closer to your ultimate one.
Nancy - yes thank you I did make it through the night and with no extra eating; pretty pleased with myself I must say. You should have been in my head, I was talking myself into giving in and then talking myself out of it, and it was good that my good side actually won!!
Hmmm, not sure if analyzing a commercial for something delicious will help me, but next time one comes on I will give it a go. I will let you know if it works
I am sorry to hear you are still feeling so unwell. I know it hurts to swallow, but try to drink plenty, the last thing you need is to get dehydrated on top of everything else. Are hot drinks easier to drink, or icy ones? I find when I have a really bad throat sucking on ice lollies, sugar free of course helps a lot. I hope you will feel better soon.
Kayley - why did you only get one hours sleep last night? You poor girl, I don't blame you for being too tired to write a long post. I hope you can catch up on your missed sleep soon.
Oh and thank you, Gary Numan, a name I recognise Brilliant singer, and loved him in the film The Fifth Element!!
Lori - I am so happy and relieved to hear that your liver tests came back normal. I bet your life was kind of in limbo waiting to hear if there was bad news. Do they have any idea why your enzymes were high in the first place that warrented the extra tests??
How are those kids of yours, I hope they aren't driving you to distraction like mine have been these last couple of days
Katie - hmm everybody fits in huh, what about an oldie like me I think I would feel like one of the gals from Ab Fab (do you get that show over there). The two main characters are women of a certain age who refuse to grow older gracefully lol.
Luan - glad to see you posting, what are you doing work ways these days? What about finding a new cosmetology course, any joy?
Velma - I hope you are just busy with your Canadian visitors and that you aren't unwell or anything. I miss your posts.
Sharon (voodoo) - How is your son this morning, I hope things are much better since last night for him Will look for you this afternoon for a chat.
300+ And Ready To Try Again....#810
My NSV wasn't really THAT much to rave about, but it shocked me because it was something I hadn't even thought of before. See, I never use my seatbelt because it squishes my stomach and it hurts. Well yesterday when I was leaving the house I noticed that my bf put his seatbelt on in his car. It got me to thinking 
so what I did is I tried mine and I was able to get it on without hurting AND I was actually able to drive with it on. I was so excited because I haven't worn a seat belt in years. 
I'm so happy for you. 
--nope--I lied. 
Shame on you all, I meant lingere 
Hi
to the group. I love your name on here by the way, very pretty. I know it seems so very overwhelming when you think about all the weight you have to lose, we are all in the same boat. My only bit of advice is to not look at the long term picture. Focus on small goals, and as you reach each small goal before you know it you will be that much closer to your ultimate one. 