How Often is Too Often???

OH, I have moved my scale into the kitchen!  I decided that I will put it there to remind me of my goal in moments of weakness.  I like the idea.  I also purchased a new scale.  I love it.  Its the exact same one that I had before but none the less I love this scale.

The problem for me is not that the scale is in the kitchen.  The problem is that I am checking the scale numerous times through out the day.  Aint nothin' changin' yet I continuously step on the scale hoping that the number is lower. This poses a question:  "How often is too often to weigh myself".  I don't want to do it but I cant help it.  I still don't want to put the scale back into the bathroom.

Any suggestions?

It is best to weigh in once a week. but if you are anything like me, that will be tough until you are post op by a few months. So try to set 2 or 3 days a week as weigh in days if the once a week is too hard. Is there another place you could put the scale so you are not tempted to step on it so often?

Up your water intake if you can, this helps a lot with flushing our systems and with allowing our body to let go of stored fluids. If we don't drink enough, our body will hold on to fluids to prevent dehydration, which can result in highe numbers on the scale, or at least a lack of visable loss.

Try hard to focus on getting in that protein. If you can't, than consider doing the carnation instant breakfast. You said you decided not to do those, cuz you have the protein, but it may help you since you are struggling with the protein intake, and it will also help to keep you not so hungry.

I know this is hard.. but hang in there.. remember always what the wonderful payoff is going to be. Maybe put a sign on your fridge that says "nothing tastes as good as thin feels" or some other statement that you will find a motivator to not open the fridge door if t is not time to eat. Just some ideas to think about.

You are so good.  Thanks.

You are welcome. keep checking in with us and letting us help you through this!

I second Patrece's comments on posting postive comments where you will see them and get the benefit from rethinking food choices.

Start a list of things that you will be able to do once the weight falls off.  It is good to have goals.

I work out every weekday morning and I find that I have a routine of weighing in and charting it on my workout chart.

What I have tried to do is look at a bigger picture.  Some days I lose, some days I might gain (not yet though) and some days it stays the same.  I guess I am more concerned about continuing to do the things that will in the long run help me be successful.

For me that is:
1. 100 grams of protein per day
2. 100 ounces of water per day
3.  Portion control (Weigh and measure food)
4.  Logging all my food. (This is where honesty is important)
5.  At least 30 minutes of exercise per day
6.  Take all my vitamins and supplements every day.

I know everyone is different, but this list helps me focus on what is important to me.  If I do the things listed above, the scale will take care of itself.

Steve