5 things that were positive today

hey guys, lots of people tend to focus on the negative, so just wanted to create a post where people can share 5 positive events or changes that have taken place today.
no negative nancies :P

1. this is tougher than i thought....
okay, 1. i ate pretty well today, no extreme treats like cookies or anything, just a chai latte :)

2. while doing ^^ i made a pretty nutritious, easy quick after gym burrito recipe.

3. i went running!!! and i pushed myself.

4. realizing that i will be stronger tomorrow than i was today, and that will keep me going.
5. i have a goal of getting to bed at a normal time!

okay, now fess up :)
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  • 1) I got out of bed early-enough
    2) Ate breakfast and my meals according to plan
    3) I exercised this morning
    4) I exercised a little while ago
    5) I haven't thought of screwing off, maybe I'm getting better at this!!
  • TattedCharli
    TattedCharli Posts: 85 Member
    1. The weather was beautiful outside today even though the forecast was for rain
    2. I cleaned out a lot of unecessary items from my bed room to donate to charity this week
    3. I exercised a little more today... slowly increasing each week
    4. A friend came over with some late Christmas gifts for my family
    5. I found an old roll of film(remember those?) when I was cleaning and can't wait to have it developed
  • knightreader
    knightreader Posts: 813 Member
    1. i made a salad to go with my lunch even though i didn't want to make it or eat it.
    2. i pushed thru a yoga pose that i usually skip b/c it makes me want to faint, throw up, and cry all at the same time. neither of those happened though.
    3. i ate according to plan, and made some good dinner choices.
    4. i helped put away the christmas decorations with minimal *****ing and moaning. Note: not none, just minimal.
    5. i spent some time thinking about some fitness challenges for the upcoming year.
  • DebraYvonne
    DebraYvonne Posts: 632 Member
    1. I worked out early and got a great workout this morning.
    2. My daughter went out goofing off today and we went to eat mexican and I did pretty good - chicken fajita inside only & a little cheese dip & chips
    3. My son is doing much better on his new meds and has a nice girlfriend
    4. I bought 2 new books at the Used Bookstore
    5. I burned over 2000 calories & hit over 10k steps today!

    yay!!! I love this positive = )

    my bonus is I bought the 30 day shred & will start tomorrow!
  • terijoestoes
    terijoestoes Posts: 205 Member
    1. Slept through the night
    2. Ate healthy all day
    3. Cleaned the tops of everything in kitchen and it felt great
    4. Took back a really bad lipstick and exchanged for a gorgeous new color
    5. Did not yell at my granddaughters once
  • Starfish1125
    Starfish1125 Posts: 169 Member
    Great idea for a thread!


    1. I indulged in sleeping in this morning. I didn't get out of bed until 10:30 a.m. - and I'm almost 40!

    2. Went out to breakfast at iHop and I ordered my favorite omelete and only ate 1/4 of it. It was nice to have the yum without the guilt

    3. Had a great day with my husband and son. I love these laid back Saturdays.

    4. My parrot has almost mastered her flying and now will land on you if you put your arm out.

    5. I am now relaxing on the couch with hubs, in my sweats, surrounded by our animals.
  • liznotyet
    liznotyet Posts: 402 Member
    Hi -
    slept late
    walked a mile to the supermarket and carried groceries home
    had an hors doeuvre (sp?) sized breakfast just to see if I would be hungry by lunch- I was!
    learned how to download library books to my ereader
    one of the books is a vegan cookbook.

    celebrate simple victories!
  • kassiebby1124
    kassiebby1124 Posts: 927 Member
    1. Got off my lazy *kitten* and went to the gym this morning
    2. Saw my friends unexpectedly at the mall and had fun c:
    3. Instead of eating Burger King for lunch, I went to Mickey D's and got an ice cream cone (Low in cal, believe it or not)
    4. The new sports bra I bought (which I couldn't fit into last year) fits perfectly
    5. I ate well today and I'm also under my fat intake limit
  • Michellelmt
    Michellelmt Posts: 68 Member
    I love this thread!

    1) I walked 3 miles this morning
    2) I was able to spend the entire day with both of my children @ their swim meet
    3) Several people noticed that I have lost weight & asked me about it
    4) I was able to visit with an old friend today
    5) I started a new book
  • tlnurse
    tlnurse Posts: 229 Member
    1. It snowed...beautiful when you are inside by the fireplace

    2. Did a long work-out including Turbo Fire, abs, and stretch

    3. Took a hot bubble bath

    4. Talked to my hubby who is out of town

    5. Journaled (1st time in a long time).:flowerforyou:
  • es2189
    es2189 Posts: 142 Member
    1) I did 3 sets of 10 pushups.
    2) I took a 4-hour nap (which my body needed because I've been sick).
    3) I ate lots of fruits and vegetables.
    4) I cooked dinner with what was in the refrigerator (I normally have a tendency to do big shops before cooking)
    5) I think I have given my body enough rest and nutrition to start working out again tomorrow.
  • CBaumgardner7
    CBaumgardner7 Posts: 212 Member
    1. Followed my plan and didn't cheat.
    2. Did P90X workout and didn't get upset that I couldn't do some things.
    3. Got Christmas decorations down,
    4. Drank my water.
    5. Planning my day tomorrow and know that this is a one step of a thousand!
  • anrev42
    anrev42 Posts: 331
    1. Burn 1000+ calorie today.

    2. Drank my water

    3. Stay within my calorie

    4. Got Christmas stuff down

    5. Enjoy the snow free weather.
  • NCchar130
    NCchar130 Posts: 955 Member
    I love this thread!

    1. I got in an extra long workout today.
    2. The bronchitis I've had for 8 days and counting seems to be moving out.
    3. I got to sleep in until 10:30.
    4. I got a gorgeous bouquet from my husband yesterday for our anniversary that makes me happy every time I look at it.
    5. I'm perfectly happy at this exact moment - laying on the couch, feet in husband's lap, playing on the computer, and watching a documentary about zombies lol. Life is good :flowerforyou:
  • tuckerrj
    tuckerrj Posts: 1,453 Member
    1) spent time with my wife
    2) spent time with my daughter
    3) got a workout in
    4) stayed under my calorie goal
    5) headin' to bed early so I can get a solid 7

    HEY, I didn't say it was exciting. But at my age 5 positive things take on a different scope :laugh:
  • acstansell
    acstansell Posts: 567 Member
    1) I stayed within my calorie goals
    2) I worked a shift that was longer than 8 hours
    3) I helped people at work today embrace their creativity through sewing, crafting, and fabric
    4) I felt a spark in my own creativity
    5) I live in a nice house, with a wonderful man, and an adorable dog.
  • MsPrettyAmazing
    MsPrettyAmazing Posts: 32 Member
    1. Woke up!!!!
    2. I worked out this morning
    3. I researched new career options
    4. Ate well and all guilt free foods today
    5. Just happy with life and the hope the new year brings... :)
  • Vx3_
    Vx3_ Posts: 102 Member
    1- woke up to my beautiful son's face although he gave me a kick in my face lol!
    2- went outside for fresh air and enjoyed my day with my family that came to visit.
    3- opened more christmas/birthday gifts!!
    4- excerised with my son in the room. and he silently watched me. usually he would try to take the dumbbell from me and I have to wait until he is sleeping.
    5- made healthy choices while eating out!
  • artickb22
    artickb22 Posts: 411 Member
    1, The weather outside was cool and crisp...delightfully so!
    2. I had a smashing workout and kicked *kitten*!
    3. I've had an enormous amount of energy all evening due to said workout.
    4. There was cake at work...and I said no!!!
    5. I'm only stuck at work for 2.75 more hours, then it's home sweet home!
  • Railr0aderTony
    Railr0aderTony Posts: 6,803 Member
    1) I ate well today
    2) had a good workout
    3) spent some time with my beautiful wife before I had to go to work
    4) Drank 22 glasses of water
    5) found this wonderful thread, Thank you, we need more positivity
  • laserturkey
    laserturkey Posts: 1,680 Member
    Got to see my daughter at work in the salon at her beauty school.
    Had a delicious chickpea and manchego pancake.
    Cat didn't chew through any cords today.
    My new tablecloths arrived from Amazon.
    Diet Dr. Pepper in the fridge
  • ShirleyFed5
    ShirleyFed5 Posts: 35 Member
    1. Slept in (the beauty of having teenagers is you can!).
    2. Walked 5 miles.
    3. Read some articles I had put off for awhile.
    4. Went out for dinner with my hubby and boys.
    5. Enjoying a house full of teenagers who are awesome - they were waiting for a movie to download and had a competition putting together a 100 piece puzzle!
  • jkcrawford
    jkcrawford Posts: 435 Member
    1. Got my work out done early
    2. Got my living room sanded and ready for paint.
    3. Spend time with the grand babies.
    4. Drank my water. (which is tough for me to do.)
    5. Handed out some save the dates.(For my wedding.)
  • 1- ate a healthy breakfast ( my number one challenge as I have a hard time eating first thing.) this was day 4 in a row.
    2- spent my day off out of the house with my family ( we dont go out much)
    3- didnt get one phone call from work. - always get calls on my days off.
    4- started my "resolution box"
    5- made a homemade card to one of my dear friends ( one of my resolutions is to mail a letter/card/note to someone I love every month instead of texting or emailing. do it the old fashion way and tell them how they have impacted my life.
  • Esther50
    Esther50 Posts: 252
    I love this:
    Saw my wonderful dad today.
    Ate decent breakfast and lunch
    Drank all my water
    Had coffee over soda
    Exercised
  • Reeny1_8
    Reeny1_8 Posts: 277
    Love this idea!
    1. I was able to get out of bed without a lot of pain (back problems)
    2. I made time to read my bible and pray.
    3. Got some chores done.
    4. Made up my weekly grocery list.
    5. Got the best hug ever from my husband when he came home from work :blushing:
  • jensnewstart
    jensnewstart Posts: 97 Member
    1. Was watching my neighbors place, lost the keys and have been paranoid for 2 weeks that someone found the keys and broke in, he returned, no break in and all is good!
    2. My dad treated my daughter and I out for dinner and still scored under my calories!
    3. I noticed my skinny jeans are not so skinny anymore LOL! Who knew I'd be happy with saggy butt!
    4. Life finally feels good
    5. A beautiful snow is lazily falling
  • 1) Made healthier food choices all day
    2) Felt more positive today than I have in months
    3) Made several new friends on MFP
    4) Spent quality time loving on my dogs
    5) Instead of a ton of sugar I had a cup of cocoa when my sugar cravings kicked in
    Yay!!
  • LoveMyLife_NYC
    LoveMyLife_NYC Posts: 230 Member
    1. I slept in. I have to wake up at 4:30 for work, so sleeping in is amazing.
    2. I had an awesome workout at the gym. When I left, my muscles were exhausted and I was spent. Usually only my trainer can do that to me.
    3. My mom and I have been fighting for weeks. Things are finally starting to settle down.
    4. My new VS bikinis came in the mail. They look fantastic and I can't wait for beach season.
    5. The love of my life, who I broke up with last year when I moved 350 miles away, is finally making plans to visit me. And he wants to take me on a Caribbean cruise for my 30th birthday.
  • Indyimp
    Indyimp Posts: 75 Member
    :flowerforyou: Great thread!

    1. Slept well and ate well.
    2. The weather was above freezing and sunny.
    3. Took the kids sledding.
    4. Watched the sunset
    5. Cozy family night with tea, board games, and Buffy :heart: