Petals diary

No I don’t think so as I exercise a good bit. Not wearing my fit bit this weekend . Just going to relax a little and gentle walking and feel better then for the week ahead . I have just cleaned my fridge had my breakfast and will go shop now for healthy foods
 
Wow, I hope you feel better!!

I live with two sugar fiends, so it's hard not to have stuff in the house for them. I don't crave sugar as much as fatty dairy and bready things, so decided to allow myself some grated parmesan and croutons in salad and make up for it with the other meals. But honey is hard because my main drink used to be tea with honey, which I would take a break and savor. So I associate it with relaxation and savoring. I need to find a substitute because tea without honey isn't very satisfying. Maybe I can pair the non-sweetened tea with something healthy that I can savor instead. Peanut butter sounds really good. I think I'll try that!

Hope you are getting lots of rest and taking it easy!!!
 
Thanks for the good wishes ladies. I do feel a little better thank you .
Had a nice day yesterday. We actually baked a cake as my daughter said she missed it and we hadn't done in ages. I actually found doing the bake therapeutic. I cut some and brought to a neighbor and I allowed myself one piece .
Interesting point I found it extremely sweet.

I didn't fancy dinner yesterday so I made a smoothie with frozen fruits , banana , skimmed milk and peanut butter . I enjoyed that .

Fitbit going back on today. I haven't been exercising as wasn't feeling well . Start back today .
Again with exception of the piece of cake I'm happy with the changes I'm making and the fact I'm more positive about me.
 
I really like that you are being more positive about yourself. You baked a cake & gave most of it away. I am very impressed!
 
I think it’s good that I did and although there is something left I am happy I had my piece and enjoyed it . Did find it very sweet though . Lol
 
Just a quick update . Yesterday was ok . I’m learning a lot about myself this time around . I definitely turn to food for emotional support . One My bestest friend getting news today about his biopsy . I’m scared . My other friend and I keepin each other going with texts and phone calls . I am doing a chore or going outside when all gets too much . Had a whopper of a headache yesterday from the stress but I took a painkiller and an hour sleep and then my husband ( reluctantly) came for a walk with me .

I didn’t turn to candy ice cream , Mc Donald’s , crisps etc etc . It’s not easy but few weeks in it’s not as hard as I would have expected. Really feel writing here is a great outlet for me . Much better than sitting in s group listening to someone tell me what treats I can eat for 100 calories that is full of sugar and not good at all .
 
Well done, Petal! The "how can I cram as many crap as possible into my points" mindset annoyed me too. What you're doing now is both healthier and easier to maintain long-term. Well done dragging your husband out, even if he was reluctant. We've got to find support wherever we can. Best of luck for your friend.
 
I am joined here a month today . I don't think I am down a huge amount on the scales tbh . Tomorrow is weigh in day . But I have learned a lot and I believe I am slowly changing my mindset towards living a healthier lifestyle. Hopefully the weight loss will happen over time . It's sort of like intuitive eating really .

Well on my friend biopsy was inconclusive so surgery happening Friday to investigate more.

My daughter and I had a huge lunch yesterday and it wasn't particularly healthy . It did have steamed rice and veg but the chicken came in batter . However I enjoyed it and only had a smoothie last night that I had before bed . So probably not too bad overall.

Have a big problem with lack of sleep. I wake most days around half 4 or 5 and I think that if affects the weight loss plus I feel tired a lot . Any ideas ?
 
Is your room dark enough? Are you thirsty at that time? When I wake up way too early and can't seem to fall asleep again I do relaxation/breathing exercises. Makes me more likely to get some extra sleep and if not I'll still be a lot more rested than when I toss and turn.
 
Yes I’m often thirsty and also need the bathroom. The noise from the birds is very loud although I like them too . Room is pretty dark but perhaps I could darken further .
I will try some relaxation techniques.
 
I slept better last night but weather was bad so no noisy birds waking me .

Well I had my annual check up . My Bp is high . They not overly concerned but I will me monitored a bit more . She really focused on my weight gain. Said I have to get rid of a stone to start . I told her I am doing well and making lifestyle changes so it’s really up to me now to keep at this .

Felt a bit down after and went to do the groceries shop . Was so tempted to buy rubbish but I didn’t . No point in fooling myself . Going to have a a nice sandwich and fruit instead . Considering I was 14 11 6 weeks ago and am 14. 6 today well I am making changes and need to be happy I am going in the right direction .

Again this diary a godsend
 
Well done on not buying rubbish Petal. When we're down & still manage to eat healthy we are doing well xo
 
Just a quick post as I weighed myself this morning and I'm now down to 14st 5. So that's 4 lb in total since I started my diary and 6 since I hit rock bottom. I know I could have lost this 6 lb in a week if I had really put my mind to it but again I have done this in a steady controlled way whilst really examining my thoughts and my emotions. So what if it takes me a year . This time is not a diet it's my new way to live .
Feel happy
 
Well done Petal in doing this with long-term sustainability in mind. Good thinking xo
 
Yesterday was an ok day . Today too .
I cannot believe I went out with my daughter today and we did not eat . Both had skinny lattes and a banana in the car .
We are having a homemade lasagne for dinner . Yes it has white sauce and cheese but totally made from scratch so will have with a salad .

Mood a little low but trying to keep looking at big picture . Keep seeing my reflection today and thinking thank god I am making changes because it’s needed.
 
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