| re .0:
Much of what you say about taking one's weightloss program one day at a
time makes sense. My $.02:
I agree, if you have a day where you totally blow program, it's a good
idea to not dwell on it and use it as an excuse to give up. But at the
same time, one should learn from one's digressions. Before you totally
put a bad day out of your memory, perhaps first take an objective and
honest look at WHY you went off program or WHAT made you go off
program, and then form a plan in your mind to deal with that in the
future. Don't say "I failed...", but say "Next time I will...". Once
you've formed a plan to deal with that roadblock in the future,
then by all means wipe the slate clean and get off to a fresh start.
Also, taking one day at a time means not only not dwelling on the
past, but also not worrying unproductively about the future, as
I explained in a reply to another note a couple of days ago.
py
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| re .1:
> Also, taking one day at a time means not only not dwelling on the
> past, but also not worrying unproductively about the future, as
> I explained in a reply to another note a couple of days ago.
That note is 189.16.
py
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| To reply to your questions, Ann:
1. Does it take time to learn? No. In fact, it's not something
you "learn" - it's a way of thinking. I see it as a way of taking
responsibility for your own actions. Example: When confronted
by a temptation to eat something not on program, you could say to
yourself, "If I eat this, I will probably gain more unwanted pounds.
If I pass it up, I will probably lose unwanted pounds." And, chances
are that it is something that you will never miss having in the
long run.
2. How long does it take you to go back on program after having
a bad weekend or week? I do it THE VERY NEXT MEAL. I can't emphasize
this enough. Just forgive yourself and get back on program. See
Joe's note 212.1 for more on this way of thinking.
Good thoughts,
Lynn
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