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It’s not the right time – Day 44

I guess it wasn’t the right time!

When you struggle with staying on your diet plan, it’s easy to excuse your bad behavior by deciding that it simply wasn’t the right time. [Read more…]

Choose to, not “have to” – Day 43

At some point, I’m sure you’ve uttered the words, “I have to lose weight” or “I have to exercise.”

The real truth is you don’t actually have to do anything. This includes going to work, cleaning the house, or even feeding the dog.

You choose to do these things because you don’t like what might happen if you don’t do them. [Read more…]

Make it matter – Day 42

Yes I care! No I don’t!

Do you ever wonder if you really care about your weight or your fitness level?

To get past this roadblock, raise the importance of your goal and make it matter. [Read more…]

Motivation is a choice – Day 41

I just can’t seem to get myself motivated!

Do these words sound familiar? Even the most dedicated dieters sometimes feel at a loss on how to get themselves going.

Although it may seem like it simply pops up unexpectedly, motivation is actually a choice. [Read more…]

Having an eating experience – Day 40

Many times the joy of eating isn’t about food as much as it’s about our social events or family get-togethers.

During these gatherings, you may find you get caught up in the experience of eating because it’s part of the fun of being with others. [Read more…]

Flavor or texture? Day 39

What do you like best about your food?

As you pay attention to the foods you love, you may discover a lot of them appeal to you only because of their texture. [Read more…]

Food as power – Day 38

I ate a lot, and now I feel strong!

You may have discovered that sometimes food helps you feel more important or confident.

When you eat a huge amount of food, you may get a feeling of accomplishment or even a sense of conquering the meal. [Read more…]

I love to eat! – Day 37

Do you love to eat?

Personally, I love to cook, love to share food with others, and I just like food!

It’s perfectly okay to love eating and to appreciate good food. [Read more…]

Slow down your eating – Day 36

You may not realize it, but your body’s needs for fuel aren’t always consistent.

Some days you actually need more food than others. [Read more…]

The eating pause – Day 35

At some point in the process of eating a meal, most people stop briefly and lay down their forks or put down the food they’re holding in their hands.

Then they might stretch, talk a little, watch TV, or even read the newspaper. [Read more…]