by Lizabette » April 4th, 2007, 7:34 pm
APRIL 4, 2007 - 130.6#
Thanks BIKI, JO and DONI for checking in on my journal. That ounce lost feels good because it means I didn't gain one.
Well, I am a little over half way reading my own journal.
It is no wonder that I have done as well as I have on my weight loss/maintenance journey after reading all the encouraging, inspiring posts from so many of you.
I had to do well out of self-defense!
Reading a post recently from one medifaster who dreads and fears maintenance because she would have to always, always watch what she puts in her mouth...
and never feel free just to eat what she wants. In essense, wondering what kind of life will that be?
I can understand that. I'm sure I have felt that way, too, at one time or another.
But not now!
Now it is not dreadful to me to decide to eat healthfully while maintaining.
I actually can eat what I want, and do, but in moderation.
That gives me a certain sense of control over my life, and that is a good feeling.
True, certain trigger foods I mostly avoid, but because I want to.
Fact is, I have lost the craving for former trigger foods and I don't wish the cravings to return.
So, best to get on with losing weight and getting healthy and forget how it might be once goal is reached.
Maintenance will take care of itself when the time comes.
There is a power in that accomplishment!
Lizabette
195/135 - Reached goal, Aug. 31, '06