November Challenge - Me vs. The Binge
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PB is evil!!!!!!0
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Yesterday was HORRIBLE. I just went back and logged it all - Holy CRAP, the amount of calories! Last night I couldn't handle seeing the red numbers and having MFP tell me I'd gain 15 lbs in 5 weeks if every day was like yesterday. I could barely handle seeing the red numbers today. I think my binges are getting worse. :sad:
So as of November 8:
Me - 4
Binge - 3 (11/2, 11/5, 11/7)
I feel so bloated and gross today...but it is what it is and I can't change the past. I have a plan today and will follow it. I will forgive myself because I get nowhere when I don't. I'm not giving up either.0 -
PB is evil!!!!!!
YES IT IS.0 -
Do you really anticipate eating like you did yesterday for the next 35 days? I really doubt it. and what are you basing your statement on that you think your binges are getting worse? Somthing to think about. Good job on logging it all :flowerforyou:Yesterday was HORRIBLE. I just went back and logged it all - Holy CRAP, the amount of calories! Last night I couldn't handle seeing the red numbers and having MFP tell me I'd gain 15 lbs in 5 weeks if every day was like yesterday. I could barely handle seeing the red numbers today. I think my binges are getting worse. :sad:
So as of November 8:
Me - 4
Binge - 3 (11/2, 11/5, 11/7)
I feel so bloated and gross today...but it is what it is and I can't change the past. I have a plan today and will follow it. I will forgive myself because I get nowhere when I don't. I'm not giving up either.0 -
Me--7
The Binge--0
So far so good, but it would be so nice to turn off the constant thoughts about food in the evening.0 -
As of November 7, 2012:
Me: 0
The Binge: 2 (11/4; 11/6)
Overate (100 cals or more): 5 (11/1: 579; 11/2: 295; 11/3: 688; 11/5: 758; 11/7: 614 )
I would have been fine yesterday, but the fiance went to the grocery store hungry. He bought 2 bags of chips (danger danger!) and I ate one whole bag. It wasn't a binge; I was in control and I was (only) over by about 600.0 -
Nov 7
Me-3
The Binge 4
Yesterday was a bad day. I ate a whole bag of chips in the evening.
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Yesterday was a bad day. I ate a whole bag of chips in the evening.
Me too! Must have been a chip day.0 -
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Do you really anticipate eating like you did yesterday for the next 35 days? I really doubt it. and what are you basing your statement on that you think your binges are getting worse? Somthing to think about. Good job on logging it all :flowerforyou:
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Thank you. No, I don't plan on it but I still cringe and beat myself up when I see that.
My binges are getting worse because I'm logging (and eating!) more food during them lately.0 -
So far so good!
Been trying to be very aware of when I am eating to not eat while i am preparing my food. At work alone with girl scout cookies and a snickers, peanutbutter ice cream cake calling my name. At home alone with frozen girl scout cookies and coconut cookie dough ice cream calling my name.......jack daniels is my answer....it's thirst thursday!!
Me: 3
Binge: 0
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11-8-12
Me - 5
Binge - 3 (11/1, 11/4, 11/8)
Okay...I don't want to give it to the binge day but if I'm being honest it was. Although I overrate by quite a bit (almost 1,900), I worked out for 112 minutes and was able to get back on track tonight. But, but, but, I ate when I wasn't hungry and didn't stop when I wanted to. Okay, could have been worse. Tomorrow will be a clean day since my tummy isn't feelin so hot after all that sugar. Feel okay right now.
Oh my, just reading this again..I'm noticing a pattern! I binge every third day! Must. Stop.0 -
Nov 8
Lisa -- 6
Binge -- 20 -
November 8
Suzanne--5
Binge--3 (3,4,8)
These 3 binges have been mourning the loss of a loved one..so my main emotion in this is just sad. We had the funeral today..so really hope from tomorrow on will be far fewer binges. I still have yet a full week to make it through. It's been tough.0 -
Me; 1
Binge: 0.
Phew. It's always lurking, but I'm fighting it. Need to a tally of the month so far.
I don't think I logged in yesterday, but didn't binge yesterday either.0 -
R, Nov. 8
beatrix: 5
The Binge: 3
Battled the binge most of the day today....I thought I would be OK, but then I gave in at the end of the day.0 -
11-8-12
Me - 5
Binge - 3 (11/1, 11/4, 11/8)
Okay...I don't want to give it to the binge day but if I'm being honest it was. Although I overrate by quite a bit (almost 1,900), I worked out for 112 minutes and was able to get back on track tonight. But, but, but, I ate when I wasn't hungry and didn't stop when I wanted to. Okay, could have been worse. Tomorrow will be a clean day since my tummy isn't feelin so hot after all that sugar. Feel okay right now.
Oh my, just reading this again..I'm noticing a pattern! I binge every third day! Must. Stop.
When I first started keeping track of binges in the challenge threads, I noticed definite patterns emerging, too. Keeping track of the days really does help with awareness. 0 -
November 8
Suzanne--5
Binge--3 (3,4,8)
These 3 binges have been mourning the loss of a loved one..so my main emotion in this is just sad. We had the funeral today..so really hope from tomorrow on will be far fewer binges. I still have yet a full week to make it through. It's been tough.
I'm sorry for your loss and the pain you feel right now, Suzanne.0 -
Nov. 2012
Dee - 8
Binge - 00 -
Me--8
Binge---0
Binge, you're banished for another day!0 -
Whew! Stressful week, but I did not let the Binge win:
Me: 7
Binge: 1 (11/3)0 -
As of November 8, 2012:
Me: 1
The Binge: 2 (11/4; 11/6)
Overate (100 cals or more): 5 (11/1: 579; 11/2: 295; 11/3: 688; 11/5: 758; 11/7: 614 )
Finally, one for me.0 -
November 2012
Diane: 4
The Binge: 40 -
Me: 5
Binge : 4
Last night was not a full out binge, but I ate TONS of chocolate after dinner that I did not need, so I am counting it....0 -
So sorry to hear this! Hugs to you!November 8
Suzanne--5
Binge--3 (3,4,8)
These 3 binges have been mourning the loss of a loved one..so my main emotion in this is just sad. We had the funeral today..so really hope from tomorrow on will be far fewer binges. I still have yet a full week to make it through. It's been tough.0 -
Elizabeth-6
Binge-2
I binge every weekend. Hoping to break the cycle this weekend. I am going out to eat on Sat. and will enjoy it but stay on track the rest of the time!!!0 -
How Mindful Eating Becomes Mindful Living
November 2012 Newsletter by Michelle May, M.D.
There's a saying: How you do anything is how you do everything. It is not always obvious, but it is often true. I’ve been thinking about that a lot because today is my big 5-0. (We’re having a Virtual Birthday Party later this month! Read on for more information…)
Milestones like graduations, anniversaries, New Year’s, and birthdays that end in a zero give us an opportunity to reflect on our journey so far and anticipate the journey ahead. It may sound strange, but I am truly grateful for my struggle with food and yoyo dieting. Although it was a significant challenge for many years of my life, in return, I received the precious gifts of insight, authenticity, and compassion that I'm now able to use to inspire and help others.
I also realize that my journey to freed om with food has really been a journey to freedom in my life - and I’ve heard that from many of you too. Since "how I do anything might be how I do everything," learning to eat mindfully has taught me (and continues to teach me) how to live mindfully. Below is an example of how to apply mindful eating lessons to your life from each chapter/workshop:
It’s not about being in control, it’s about being in charge. What else, besides food, are you trying to control instead of giving yourself the flexibility to make decisions that are right in that circumstance?
Whenever you feel like eating, pause to ask “Am I hungry?” Rather than reacting on autopilot, pausing between the stimulus and the response gives you response-ability. What other triggers in your life need a pause button to give you time to think about your next action?
Guilt fuels the eat-repent-repeat cycle. Regret leaves the door open for learning. Are you allowing guilt or shame about the past paralyze you and prevent you from moving forward in some area of your life?
Remember TFAR: Your Thoughts lead to your Feelings which lead to your Actions which lead to your Results. Diets don’t work because they are focused on actions, not the root causes (your thoughts and feelings); in fact they even create new thoughts and feelings that drive more overeating! Where else in your life do you try to fix the outside without addressing the inside first? How is that backfiring?
Allow Balance, Variety, and Moderation to guide your food choices. These principles work well for nutrition so how can you apply them to your work, exercise, and other aspects of your life?
Mindful Eating is eating with intention and attention. What else in your life, in addition to eating, would benefit from more intention and attention?
Eating the right amount of food isn’t about being good; it’s about feeling good. How can increased awareness of the effects of your choices (without judgment) help you choose more wisely?
Practicing excellent self-care builds a buffer zone that helps you cope with the inevitable challenges that life brings. Are you investing in yourself consistently?
I hope these lessons have helped you as much as they have helped me. But if you haven’t started this journey yet, it’s never too late!
Six years ago, I had the opportunity to facilitate an Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Workshop in a retirement community. On the first day, one of the participants, 70 year old Velma, said, “Honey, I’ve been on every diet invented. I don’t see how this one’s going to be any different, but why quit now?” On the last day of our workshop, with tears in her eyes, Velma said, “Why didn’t anyone teach me this stuff forty years ago? It makes me sad to think of all of the time, energy, and money I’ve wasted—but I’m not going to waste one more minute of my life dieting!”
And that is why I always sign my books, articles, and emails with…
Eat Mindfully, Live Vibrantly!
Michelle May, M.D.0 -
Happy Friday everyone!!
As of November 1, 2012:
Mollie - 4
The Binge - 4 (1, 2,4, 6)
Logged it all - 7 (Goal 25 days or more)
Yesterday was not a good day. I overate last night but did not binge and not going to count it since it was very controlled eating.0 -
Nov 8
Me- 3
Binge-5
I am going away for the weekend, so hopefully that should keep me on track the next couple days at least.0 -
How Mindful Eating Becomes Mindful Living
November 2012 Newsletter by Michelle May, M.D.
There's a saying: How you do anything is how you do everything. It is not always obvious, but it is often true. I’ve been thinking about that a lot because today is my big 5-0. (We’re having a Virtual Birthday Party later this month! Read on for more information…)
Milestones like graduations, anniversaries, New Year’s, and birthdays that end in a zero give us an opportunity to reflect on our journey so far and anticipate the journey ahead. It may sound strange, but I am truly grateful for my struggle with food and yoyo dieting. Although it was a significant challenge for many years of my life, in return, I received the precious gifts of insight, authenticity, and compassion that I'm now able to use to inspire and help others.
I also realize that my journey to freed om with food has really been a journey to freedom in my life - and I’ve heard that from many of you too. Since "how I do anything might be how I do everything," learning to eat mindfully has taught me (and continues to teach me) how to live mindfully. Below is an example of how to apply mindful eating lessons to your life from each chapter/workshop:
It’s not about being in control, it’s about being in charge. What else, besides food, are you trying to control instead of giving yourself the flexibility to make decisions that are right in that circumstance?
Whenever you feel like eating, pause to ask “Am I hungry?” Rather than reacting on autopilot, pausing between the stimulus and the response gives you response-ability. What other triggers in your life need a pause button to give you time to think about your next action?
Guilt fuels the eat-repent-repeat cycle. Regret leaves the door open for learning. Are you allowing guilt or shame about the past paralyze you and prevent you from moving forward in some area of your life?
Remember TFAR: Your Thoughts lead to your Feelings which lead to your Actions which lead to your Results. Diets don’t work because they are focused on actions, not the root causes (your thoughts and feelings); in fact they even create new thoughts and feelings that drive more overeating! Where else in your life do you try to fix the outside without addressing the inside first? How is that backfiring?
Allow Balance, Variety, and Moderation to guide your food choices. These principles work well for nutrition so how can you apply them to your work, exercise, and other aspects of your life?
Mindful Eating is eating with intention and attention. What else in your life, in addition to eating, would benefit from more intention and attention?
Eating the right amount of food isn’t about being good; it’s about feeling good. How can increased awareness of the effects of your choices (without judgment) help you choose more wisely?
Practicing excellent self-care builds a buffer zone that helps you cope with the inevitable challenges that life brings. Are you investing in yourself consistently?
I hope these lessons have helped you as much as they have helped me. But if you haven’t started this journey yet, it’s never too late!
Six years ago, I had the opportunity to facilitate an Am I Hungry? Mindful Eating Workshop in a retirement community. On the first day, one of the participants, 70 year old Velma, said, “Honey, I’ve been on every diet invented. I don’t see how this one’s going to be any different, but why quit now?” On the last day of our workshop, with tears in her eyes, Velma said, “Why didn’t anyone teach me this stuff forty years ago? It makes me sad to think of all of the time, energy, and money I’ve wasted—but I’m not going to waste one more minute of my life dieting!”
And that is why I always sign my books, articles, and emails with…
Eat Mindfully, Live Vibrantly!
Michelle May, M.D.
I loved the TFAR the most. thank you so much for the insight!!!0 -
...November 9th, 2012.
Me : 7 (LONGEST I HAVE WENT BINGE FREE FOR QUITE AWHILE. )
The Binge: 2 (11/1, 11/2)
I was tempted to binge today. Someone close to me kept threatening suicide, I think it was more of an attention seeker to get their way.... regardless, I came home stressed and tempted to eat food. I'm never even hungry when I'm stressed, my stomach usually feels sick and I have 0 appetite -- I only wanted to binge because in my mind I always seem to assume food can make anything better... when I'm tired, I want to eat....when I have a sore throat, I want to eat.... etc. Weird, I know!
Anyhow~ I had two cups of coffee + 2 TBSP of sugar free creamer. That was 55 calories. I did not binge.
Small victory.. 0
