Today was day two of my program restart. I had numerous temptations while tooling around the mall area and in the grocery store (I was shopping hungry), but I gave in to none of them. I kept thinking I wouldn't get my sticker if I bought and/or ate any of my trigger foods.
I've created a little sticker system which is reminiscent of elementary school gold stars, a proven method of encouragement, and ultimately, behavior modification. Every day that I stick to my eating plan I get a sticker on the calendar.
I had a little trouble with limiting the amount of pasta I prepared tonight. I made a compromise: usually I make 4 oz for two people; tonight I made just three. That equaled 1.5 breads, which is more than I'm allocated, but I let it go. As I said, it was a compromise. Next time maybe I'll do the 2 oz of pasta which will be just enough, especially if I make less sauce as well.
Now I'm full and glad I stuck to the plan. Also, I'm trying to slow down and enjoy my meal. So far, so good.
I've created a little sticker system which is reminiscent of elementary school gold stars, a proven method of encouragement, and ultimately, behavior modification. Every day that I stick to my eating plan I get a sticker on the calendar.
I had a little trouble with limiting the amount of pasta I prepared tonight. I made a compromise: usually I make 4 oz for two people; tonight I made just three. That equaled 1.5 breads, which is more than I'm allocated, but I let it go. As I said, it was a compromise. Next time maybe I'll do the 2 oz of pasta which will be just enough, especially if I make less sauce as well.
Now I'm full and glad I stuck to the plan. Also, I'm trying to slow down and enjoy my meal. So far, so good.
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