List of Things to Indulge In - THAT ISNT FOOD

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  • Emeraldreign
    Emeraldreign Posts: 56 Member
    I love going on "Pinterest" and have a bulletin board full of tips and projects I want to try. I also love to bake .. and believe it or not, I don't really have a problem controlling myself or being around it. I leave a little at home for my kids to enjoy and I take the rest in to work and let my co-workers enjoy it. The fun for me is making it .. not eating it.
    Hi what is Pinterest and how do I get "on it"

    Sweety I don't think anyone knows what Pinterest is or how to define it. For me it's a bunch of fashion but no indication where to purchase specific items. Hateful site.
  • JamesAztec
    JamesAztec Posts: 523 Member
    Hateful site? Lol
  • Emjae5
    Emjae5 Posts: 1 Member
    Hi there,

    I want to reward myself without overeating/consuming my favorite junk foods. Anything that gets in the way of my goal is a hindrance - so what else can I indulge in?

    Here is a personal list of things that make me just as happy as a french fries and a milkshake :)

    Please add on your "look-forward-to's" as well!

    - Watching that new episode of your favorite series
    -Taking a long, hot bath
    -Getting your nails done
    -Meeting up with friends for some good laughs
    -Buying a new pair of shoes
    -ect

    Now, tell me yours!

    Hey, I know this going to sound kind of sad but I find it therapeutic to tidy up my house, cleaning, sorting things, tidying up the garden etc. Getting going can be tricky but once I do and I've done something I feel a real sense of achievement and a bit less stressed at the mess/clutter.
    My weight went up at the end of last year as I stopped running and tended to comfort eat in the evenings. I know I work better when I have a goal so I signed up for a half marathon in June. The thought of that scares me but I'm determined and am enjoying working towards it.
  • eleonora1809
    eleonora1809 Posts: 85 Member
    Oh my I LOVE this thread.
    1. Watching my favorite channels on Youtube
    2. A good book
    3. Watching movies
    4. Playing with my dogs
    5. Running
    6. Makeup
  • _calmjam
    _calmjam Posts: 18 Member
    This is a great discussion. I like to do many of those things already listed (mani/pedi, aromatherapy baths and others). I also like re-reading a book that I loved, or a children's or young adult book, mainly 'cause they're easy to read and get into and finish. I like to play around on photoshop and edit old photos, that gets me in the flow and my mind off food. Also reading health books and magazines. If I'm in the mood, sometimes I'll put on some good music and dance around my place! Hope these help!
  • jamilyn916
    jamilyn916 Posts: 8 Member
    1. Going for a walk 2. Manicures & pedicures
    3. Shopping 4. Bubble baths 5. Visiting w friends 6. Going to the gym 7. Watching a movie or one of my favorite tv shows
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  • blackrosedalice
    blackrosedalice Posts: 4 Member
    I don't know if this counts as "not food related" but I bake - for others, so I feel bad to eat them because I want it to give as a gift.
    Ice-skating if the rink is open - but unfortunately the schedule often doesn't line up with mine!
    I've found dancing a nice distraction; or learning a new language or coding.
    Reading is always fun.
    Or oddly enough - meal planning/goals planning is good for re-focusing.
    Cleaning and reorganising are actually fun hobbies for me - because it's so satisfying!
  • sylvia270
    sylvia270 Posts: 33 Member
    I bought a little personal hand held atari video game system to occupy my hands and give me something to do during some down time. You can't eat a play video game at the same time.
  • FaithAnne04
    FaithAnne04 Posts: 13 Member
    Dancing on my own
  • daygirl5000
    daygirl5000 Posts: 38 Member
    SWIMMING,,,SWIMMING AND MORE SWIMMING B)<3o:)
  • Susanna527
    Susanna527 Posts: 1,546 Member
    Meditation, "me" time, massages, warm relaxing baths, a nice long walk.
  • rekvar12
    rekvar12 Posts: 237 Member
    Daily post 05.03.19

    Tracked
    Calories - 300 over incl exercise :/
    Exercise - 7km walk
  • rekvar12
    rekvar12 Posts: 237 Member
    rekvar12 wrote: »
    Daily post 05.03.19

    Tracked
    Calories - 300 over incl exercise :/
    Exercise - 7km walk

    Oops. So sorry, posted in the wrong group :/ Wish I could delete this
  • rekvar12
    rekvar12 Posts: 237 Member
    And in answer to the question, long walks, yoga and cooking healthy.
  • Grimmerdhore
    Grimmerdhore Posts: 69 Member
    I enjoy deep house music while I write. Writing has become a daily habit for me (on purpose), and starting in July I'll be writing a new Haiku every day for 31 days as part of a writing challenge. This is very stimulating and relaxing for me.
  • paba2025
    paba2025 Posts: 14 Member
    Good question. I am trying to find something as satisfying as food. I have done meditation, yoga, swimming, walks, spa etc... And they are good for a while but I find when stress hits and my resilience is low, I don't engage in these activities I go back to food.

    My question is how to do make the transition where the alternative is as fulfilling and/or the go-to when life hits? Any real world advice/guidance is appreciated.
  • Verdenal
    Verdenal Posts: 625 Member

    "Hi what is Pinterest and how do I get "on it"

    Pinterest is a digital bulletin board to which images are saved. You create an account and start saving to your boards. You can also upload images from other sites or your computer.
  • Nayghtymuffin
    Nayghtymuffin Posts: 40 Member
    Spending time with my horses
    Listening to music
    Watching and playing with my cat 🐈
    Meditation 🧘‍♀️
    Having a relaxing bath
  • stinabean83
    stinabean83 Posts: 1,246 Member
    concert tickets once the pandemic is over!!
  • AquaMeow
    AquaMeow Posts: 296 Member
    video games and sleep. Also music and dancing around my house
  • _calmjam
    _calmjam Posts: 18 Member
    Call an old friend. Join a reading group. Go to bed :)
  • damselfly7981
    damselfly7981 Posts: 111 Member
    coloring and listening to ASMR 15 minutes will bring me into a new mental space.
  • areyouready3691
    areyouready3691 Posts: 5 Member
    Entitlement!
  • TheIncredibleMissE
    TheIncredibleMissE Posts: 30 Member
    Go to an Opera... something really special about the whole experience even for those people who don't follow it...the costumes, orchestra, amazing sets and getting lost in the story and the emotions.. try it once if you haven't yet!

    Oh my gosh, what a great idea for a reward! I've always wanted to see Swan Lake or Madame Butterfly.
  • TheIncredibleMissE
    TheIncredibleMissE Posts: 30 Member
    Hi, I'm new to the group, I think this group is going to be very helpful to me. I'm kinda hurried right now, so QUESTION what is pinterest and how do I get into it???? Will look at this group more tonight, I need friends and support. God Bless peace

    Hi there, Pinterest is an awesome place. It's an online catalog of ideas, videos, articles, etc that people can curate to their tastes. It can even be used as a community search engine of sorts. You get a daily 'feed' full of suggestions posted by people you follow, and you can save and organize the ideas, articles, etc that you like best into tidy sections called 'boards' that you can arrange however you like. It's especially excellent for remembering and discovering recipes, jokes, craft ideas, and blog articles. It's completely free! You can access it by getting the app for your phone, or simply look it up online by the name 'Pinterest' and then easily create an account with them that way. Have fun!
  • amymckinley1819
    amymckinley1819 Posts: 7 Member
    Taking a nap! Just woke up from a 3 hour one. haha

    I could use a nap right now
  • amymckinley1819
    amymckinley1819 Posts: 7 Member
    I enjoy arts n crafts and coloring
  • Rdy4changes
    Rdy4changes Posts: 5 Member
    I hadn’t thought of this. Let’s see.

    Getting my nails done. Cause I’ll have money instead of eating out.

    Watching my favorite movie and playing a game.

    Going swimming or to the lake; good for the soul indulgences.

    Something simple like settling in with a new book.

    Some time it’s going to be, buying that new water cup I’ve had my eye on.

    Love this post. :)
  • DebyS137
    DebyS137 Posts: 4,736 Member
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    Beading .... I LOVE going through my beads & creating a New Piece of jewelry
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