Why Isn't it Enough?

Your human yoi will mess up you will make mistakes why not allow yourself some small treates like example dark chocolate covered strawberries are wonderful and not to many calories or find replacments for the bad food you crave example when i want chips i make roasted chickpeas or eat hummus and kale chips yummy

I deal with this everyday. For me, junk food and sweets are an addiction. I use food for everything; when I'm bored, it entertains me; when I'm scared, it gives me comfort; when I'm happy I celebrate with food and when I'm sad or lonely, it does the same. Sweets never say no. I got to the point where I was hiding food all the time in closets, dresser drawers, my car. I have been to the point (and past several times) of a weight I never thought I would see. I had to finally get real with myself and I will tell you, it's damn hard. It took several months of counseling (I had underlying issues, as well) and I don't consider myself "cured" but I think I'm coming out the other side a better person. I still do allow myself a sweet treat everyday if I have the calories and I never tell myself no, I am just very conscious of my portion size. Instead of eating a whole bag of mini Reese cups, I will have 10 or 11 and I really really treasure each one. So far, this is working for me. Some nights I eat 1 or 2 Girl Scout cookies. I try each day to eat mostly fruits and veggies in my diet, but I do try to budget for sweets, because I'm still me and I still love them. (my food diary is open if you want to check it out) I also reward myself with other things instead of food, that's a big one for me; charms for my bracelet, a massage, a new tattoo. Anything but food. I wish you nothing but the best of luck with your journey, I have a long way to go, but I'm confident that between what I learned in counseling and all the support I have on MFP, I can do this and I'm going to do it right and not deprive myself of anything I want. For me, this is a lifestyle change forever, not a diet "until" I reach that goal weight. Feel free to add me a friend if you would like extra support

To help me from straying I have a planned "cheat day". I just started this about a month ago and so far it's going good. When I crave something I write it down then on my cheat day I can choose a few of them and enjoy!! Also to keep me motivated I write down new goals every month and put them on my phone so every time I check my phone i see them. Good luck!!

I eat a piece of dark chocolate every day. It's the last thing I eat every day and makes it all worth it!

There is nothing wrong with a treat here and there, but make sure it's just a treat. You don't want to feel deprived, but if you overdo it, you're going to feel like crap and set yourself back. Have a treat. If you see an exceptionally scrumptious looking cupcake, have one, be satisfied and move on.

Did you know that there really is a science of fast food? That these companies have spent billions of dollars figuring out how to make their "food" appealing and even, to a certain extent, addicting? Someone pointed out chemical release. Many of the chemical additives in processed food are designed for exactly that purpose and none other. It's marketing. And it's ingrained in us from almost birth. How many food advertisements are on television and radio in any given hour?

Chocolate releases the same endorphines as sex. Sugar triggers similar ones.

The good news is that as with most addiction, the longer you go without the less you desire it. I now find the taste of a Big Mac almost nauseating. Though I do still indulge in chocolate on occasion.

We are human, that's why. What I do is save some calories and have a a piece of chocolate once in a while. I love chocolate, I just can't give it all up.LOL

You can eat whatever you want, just work on moderation and portion control. Know yourself. For example: I can eat reasonably most of the time, but if ice cream is in the house I will eat it until its gone. Find your balance.

THIS! I crave junk food and I have it...in moderation. I had 2 pieces of pizza and a beer for dinner last night and it was WONDERFUL! I knew this would be dinner and I rationed my cals for it. I almost always have a piece of chocolate at night, too. This works (for me) to curb my sugar cravings during the day (knowing that I'm going to have that piece of chocolate to finish my day). Don't deprive yourself, just learn moderation. Moderation is the KEY to success.