I've mentioned before that I lived a period in my life without any "treats." I mean we're talking YEARS!
I promised myself I would never do that again, and would vow to strive for a life in moderation.
I will admit though...being a teetotaler was easier! I am MUCH better at just denying myself something rather than trying to figure out what amount and how often of something I "should" eat.
So, I tend to go through spurts. I'll have times that I just don't really think about it or crave it very much. Then my ENORMOUS sweet tooth will kick in, and I'll allow myself something because it's ok, and I've worked hard, and I eat well otherwise, so it's fine.
BUT... then I'll start to notice that this occasion pops up, and then another, and then before I know it I'm indulging several times a week!
THEN... I will finish lunch (well balanced, healthy meal) and have a real urge for something SWEET! And we're talking cookies, cake, donuts...you know... the GOOD stuff!
Anytime I start to notice this little pattern, otherwise known as my body literally craving it's afternoon or evening sugar fix, I know I have to do something to break that pattern.
Think... "Seinfeld" when Elaine gets addicted to her 3pm sugar fix and ultimately ends up indulging in a CRAZY ridiculous vintage cake!!
SO... after brining in cookies, donuts, and finally my Groundhog's Day Cake, Adam (who would also like to lose a few) agreed NO more treats for 10 days!!
For me, this works well. It allows my body to process what's left in there and get to where it isn't expecting those usual sugar fixes. Eventually, I'm back to square one of not even thinking about it or wanting it again.
Some may think crazy cycle! Give it up all together! Been there done that, and I want to be able to share a cupcake or ice cream with my kids.
I'm just hoping that my checks and balance system will keep me from blowing up like a balloon!
And it's funny how many opportunities I have and how many times I "caught" myself today!
Today was my sister's birthday, so I went to visit her. I swung through Starbucks on the way to her house to get her her favorite drink, a Venti White Chocolate Mocha! Ooh... a java light frappuccino sounds really good!! Not loaded with calories, but empty calories nonetheless, so, nope to that!
Missed a snack during the afternoon. I'll just grab a candy bar on the way home... NOPE, that wouldn't be good!
Did I mention it was a BIRTHDAY party?? Cake and Ice Cream... NOPE and NOPE!!
So, I did well, and it wasn't too difficult. Like I've said, this isn't a new thing for me. But goodness!! CRAP is everywhere isn't it!
So... at least 9 more days of no treats!!
If I'm a little grumpy in the next few days... I apologize in advance! :)
Here's to Healthy Eating!
K :)
8 comments:
oooh man! I hear ya, all or none! Good luck with the moderation thing, you can do it!
Tempt me not with tasty pictures, oh evil Iron-one :-)
ohmygosh! You are stronger than I. Everything in moderation, including moderation... BUT... I am totally with you on the "all or nothing" thing. I get into cycles where eating healthy is easy and great... and then there are those times where I just can't get enough.
Had to laugh at the Seinfeld episode. I love cake. And the 3 pm sugar fix is never overrated... :)
10 days!! My body wouldn't know what to do! I'm mostly made up of Charleston Chew and Reeses Pieces. There might be a little blood in my veins too, but it's in the process of being taken over by nougat...
oh wait, was posting about candy an evil thing for me to do?! Dang, I'm sorry...
If I can make it through the 3pm -5pm "caloric gorge" desire, I try to reward myself with something, be it sweet or whatever I crave. Moderation!
I haven't learned the "all or nothing" quite yet and still working on the moderation thing a little. I am still in the I can do it today with a small treat and once I give in one day, it becomes the next and soon enough a week of eating my treats have gone by.
I have even gone a whole year without Icecream and no cravings attacked me, but one day after that year I got suckered in to an icrecream cone for a picture and that was the end of it for me.
Do not let temptation attack!!!!
Kellye - I LOVED this. THANK YOU. It helps me realize that although my intentions are good to moderate, sometimes it's good to just make a decision and go with it. I love hearing about others who wrestle through this.
You inspire me Kellye. Thank you. Really. And the fact that you're a mama and wife and doing all of it, I'm inspired. thanks. I want to be like you when I grow up ;0)
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