6 weeks out
Hi everyone,
Today is my birthday and I am 6 weeks out today. Just wanted to share how I am feeling at this point out. We had a party Saturday night and I was worried about how that would go. It went pretty good but it was a pot luck so a lot of different things, I am at the point now that I can eat anything so I waited my 30 min and then I think I just had a little of everything for about 30 min. I was eating slow so I didn't get real full but I did stop and once I did I didn't eat again. Since the food was out that was a big step for me and I didn't even nibble while I was putting it all away. Its amazing when you are watching what you eat that you see so many ways that the calories just used to add up. I did have a Cosmo with SF cosmo mix and about 1/4 shot of vodka and didn't really notice much and I also had a SF margarita and again didn't really notice it but that's ok.
As far as everyday life its been an adjustment to get used to the eating but I am working on ways to have it be "normal" for me and not a diet. I got small plate and kid size silverware but I always eat least try and use a small plate. Eating at work is more of a challenge. Usually they have something I can have and I am working on bringing stuff too.
I was hoping to be in Onderland by today...my own goal and I am still 1.2 lbs away. I seem to stay at the same weight for 2-4 days then go down a lb or less. I cleaned out my closet to get out summer clothes and put away ALL the 20's and above and kept the 18's. I wore a lot of summer clothes that were too tight so I think I will be ok starting out. i bought a pair of 16's at Sam's but they were stretch ones so I am going to bring them back and get 14's I think. I got a dress and it was an XL. Fit me perfectly EXCEPT the boobs....guess those are staying a while lol so gotta return that too. At least I can wear most of my clothes and not feel poured into them.
Emotions---argh this is where it is getting me the most I think... I know that I used to eat over feelings and to deal with stress. I am doing some writing know and using the tools my therapist is giving me to help me deal with my emotions. I feel things now so much clearer. And I cry easier...
I am slowly becoming more physically active. This is the part that is going to be the most challenging for me to keep up with. I joined a club here that is very cheap and today is my last day with the personal trainer for now. When I can afford it I will see her again but I am at least learning how to use the weights and the machines. The good part about cardio there is that I can bring my headphones and watch cable while I am walking or killing myself on the eliptical.
These boards have been the best thing for my recovery and learning about this tool. It is awesome to listen to ppl honestly share what they are feeling. I lurk and don't always comment but it is so refreshing to hear where others are and know that I am there too.
Well sorry for the long post but I just needed to share....and now get on with my day.
Thank you all for being here!!!
Today is my birthday and I am 6 weeks out today. Just wanted to share how I am feeling at this point out. We had a party Saturday night and I was worried about how that would go. It went pretty good but it was a pot luck so a lot of different things, I am at the point now that I can eat anything so I waited my 30 min and then I think I just had a little of everything for about 30 min. I was eating slow so I didn't get real full but I did stop and once I did I didn't eat again. Since the food was out that was a big step for me and I didn't even nibble while I was putting it all away. Its amazing when you are watching what you eat that you see so many ways that the calories just used to add up. I did have a Cosmo with SF cosmo mix and about 1/4 shot of vodka and didn't really notice much and I also had a SF margarita and again didn't really notice it but that's ok.
As far as everyday life its been an adjustment to get used to the eating but I am working on ways to have it be "normal" for me and not a diet. I got small plate and kid size silverware but I always eat least try and use a small plate. Eating at work is more of a challenge. Usually they have something I can have and I am working on bringing stuff too.
I was hoping to be in Onderland by today...my own goal and I am still 1.2 lbs away. I seem to stay at the same weight for 2-4 days then go down a lb or less. I cleaned out my closet to get out summer clothes and put away ALL the 20's and above and kept the 18's. I wore a lot of summer clothes that were too tight so I think I will be ok starting out. i bought a pair of 16's at Sam's but they were stretch ones so I am going to bring them back and get 14's I think. I got a dress and it was an XL. Fit me perfectly EXCEPT the boobs....guess those are staying a while lol so gotta return that too. At least I can wear most of my clothes and not feel poured into them.
Emotions---argh this is where it is getting me the most I think... I know that I used to eat over feelings and to deal with stress. I am doing some writing know and using the tools my therapist is giving me to help me deal with my emotions. I feel things now so much clearer. And I cry easier...
I am slowly becoming more physically active. This is the part that is going to be the most challenging for me to keep up with. I joined a club here that is very cheap and today is my last day with the personal trainer for now. When I can afford it I will see her again but I am at least learning how to use the weights and the machines. The good part about cardio there is that I can bring my headphones and watch cable while I am walking or killing myself on the eliptical.
These boards have been the best thing for my recovery and learning about this tool. It is awesome to listen to ppl honestly share what they are feeling. I lurk and don't always comment but it is so refreshing to hear where others are and know that I am there too.
Well sorry for the long post but I just needed to share....and now get on with my day.
Thank you all for being here!!!
HW 237/SW 224/CW 146.2/GW 120-Hate posting current weight but need to be accountable :(
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