so what will you be giving up?

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  • islandnutshel
    islandnutshel Posts: 1,143 Member
    Cloths, some beautiful cloths I bought last year are heading to the thrift shop. Some are going to consignment, becuase I need some new digs.
  • skcardiog
    skcardiog Posts: 316 Member
    Spandex . . .
  • hecham
    hecham Posts: 118 Member
    I am fasting from meat and sweets during Lent this year. I have done so in the past as well. This year, I am also giving up processed foods. Yes, I know this definition is broad, but for me that means nothing from a box, only homemade (like bread) and grains. I'm sure it will be trial and error, but I'm really looking to make eating non-processed a lifestyle change so I'm looking forward to the challenge. Great topic, by the way!
  • mestacy010
    mestacy010 Posts: 577 Member
    Spandex . . .

    Hmmmmm.... OK good luck with that lmao
  • Amitysk
    Amitysk Posts: 705 Member
    Processed foods!!
  • mestacy010
    mestacy010 Posts: 577 Member
    I am fasting from meat and sweets during Lent this year. I have done so in the past as well. This year, I am also giving up processed foods. Yes, I know this definition is broad, but for me that means nothing from a box, only homemade (like bread) and grains. I'm sure it will be trial and error, but I'm really looking to make eating non-processed a lifestyle change so I'm looking forward to the challenge. Great topic, by the way!

    I'm hoping to get to the no processed foods lifestyle also!
  • xiofett
    xiofett Posts: 138 Member
    I gave up organized religion decades ago. Never felt better. ;)
  • Ianhazemom
    Ianhazemom Posts: 47 Member
    I am going to give of soda as well. I have given up so much since Thanksgiving that one more thing won't hurt. I also how to give up the feeling of FAT. Looking on the positive side ;)
  • HaywireII
    HaywireII Posts: 71 Member
    Lent is about six weeks long so I'm planning on giving up about twelve pounds. Crossing my fingers.....
  • corneredbycorn
    corneredbycorn Posts: 267 Member
    The Internet.

    Dun dun duuuuuuuuuuun.

    Actually, I'm just going to give it up when my daughter is awake unless it has something directly to do with her (how to make edible finger paints) or something that needs to be done (looking up a recipe while making dinner).

    Also, not catholic. Not even religious. I just think it's a good time frame to make or break a habit and since it's during a season switch from winter to spring, it's kind of turning over a new leaf.
  • mestacy010
    mestacy010 Posts: 577 Member
    The Internet.

    Dun dun duuuuuuuuuuun.

    Actually, I'm just going to give it up when my daughter is awake unless it has something directly to do with her (how to make edible finger paints) or something that needs to be done (looking up a recipe while making dinner).

    Also, not catholic. Not even religious. I just think it's a good time frame to make or break a habit and since it's during a season switch from winter to spring, it's kind of turning over a new leaf.

    I'm also not catholic, I had the same idea as you! Its a good excuse to break a habit! You should just keep pinterest!
  • balancedbrunette
    balancedbrunette Posts: 530 Member
    Still deciding think may give up sweet stuff though as It is a nice little challenge and I did it last year, tough but its not like i have cut sweet stuff out of my diet/lifestyle change as that would be unrealistic for me so i guess this is my way of giving a month or so towards that as i can usually eat sweets when i want - moderation is key with that of course!
  • thatcrazykat
    thatcrazykat Posts: 73 Member
    Ahhh, Lent. The good ole 'what-am-I-going-to-give-up-so-I-can-feel-guilty-about-it-when-I-cheat' time of year. As a Catholic, can I ever opt out of guilt? That's it! I will give up feeling guilty!!
  • MaraDiaz
    MaraDiaz Posts: 4,604 Member
    I should give up abstinence. It's getting old.
  • djames92
    djames92 Posts: 990 Member
    bacon.. its gonna be rough
  • kaylinn9
    kaylinn9 Posts: 112
    I've already given up soda, chips, and cheese.
    Am starting to slowly give up white rice, whole wheat bread, pizza, and milk chocolate.
  • sijomial
    sijomial Posts: 19,809 Member
    Dieting.
  • ravenrxx
    ravenrxx Posts: 455 Member
    Fat & Weight.

    Food Wise - Nothing. I'm just gonna control my portions when I do eat bad. Sometimes, I will over eat a little, and that's alright. I'm in this to get fit and healthy FOREVER and slip ups happen. Its human nature. Just keep pushing forward. I will just eat healthy majority of the time.
  • mestacy010
    mestacy010 Posts: 577 Member
    I've already given up soda, chips, and cheese.
    Am starting to slowly give up white rice, whole wheat bread, pizza, and milk chocolate.


    I think after I work on my bread and pasta, pizza and rice will be the next to go
  • claritarejoice
    claritarejoice Posts: 461 Member
    I am a person of faith and for me fasting is about giving up something so you have more time to reflect on God, and so that it reminds you of God whenever you want that thing. The two biggest things that are my addictions and take a lot of my time right now are calorie counting and technology, so I'm considering how I can do some type of fast with those things. I can't give up technology completely because I'm required to use it for work. One possibility is to not use my iPad for Lent, no TV and no unnecessary internet surfing at work. I'm not sure I really should give up counting calories for now but maybe spend less time on it.
  • mestacy010
    mestacy010 Posts: 577 Member
    I am a person of faith and for me fasting is about giving up something so you have more time to reflect on God, and so that it reminds you of God whenever you want that thing. The two biggest things that are my addictions and take a lot of my time right now are calorie counting and technology, so I'm considering how I can do some type of fast with those things. I can't give up technology completely because I'm required to use it for work. One possibility is to not use my iPad for Lent, no TV and no unnecessary internet surfing at work. I'm not sure I really should give up counting calories for now but maybe spend less time on it.

    I'm taking TV out... I feel like that is all my family does is sit around and watch TV.
  • mestacy010
    mestacy010 Posts: 577 Member
    Years ago at church (when I was still a practicing catholic) the priest asked this little boy what he was giving up. The boy answered "Homework" the preist told him he'd better discuss that with his mom first.

    seriously, I am giving up chocolate for the month of February...at least. let's see if I can make it to Easter.

    Lol
  • MsDover
    MsDover Posts: 395 Member
    I gave up organized religion decades ago. Never felt better. ;)

    This! Nothing beats being a guilt free Pagan!

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