November Challenge - Me vs. The Binge
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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..
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Good day yesterday! Today will be a binge-free day again today! I can do this!
So as of November 9:
Me - 5
The Binge - 3 (11/2, 11/5, 11/7)0 -
Good day yesterday! Today will be a binge-free day again today! I can do this!
So as of November 9:
Me - 5
The Binge - 3 (11/2, 11/5, 11/7)
Yay!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..
Thats how I try to avoid binges too..cup of tea/coffee..0 -
After a stressful couple of weeks resulting in LOTS of binges, I logged on (for the first time in a while) and saw this challenge. It's just what I need. So, here I go. Currently, The Binge has pulled way ahead, but underdogs make the best heroes.
Me:0
The Binge: 90 -
Welcome jadery24!!0
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Nov 9
Lisa -- 6
Binge -- 3
Not a good day. :frown:0 -
As of November 1, 2012:
Mollie - 5
The Binge - 4 (1, 2,4, 6)
Logged it all - 8 (Goal 25 days or more)
Have a very good weekend everyone!!0 -
Me-5
Binge - 4 (11/1, 11/4, 11/8, 11/9)
Ugh.0 -
Elizabeth-7
Binge-2
Here we are at the weekend. My goal is to make it to Monday with no binges. Thus far, I have not been successful. Here is to a good weekend everyone.
Happy Birthday Mollie!!!!0 -
me : 9
monster : 10
