Just for Today

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  • MakePeasNotWar
    MakePeasNotWar Posts: 1,329 Member
    I think that's a great way to look at it. Some people do well with moderation, but for others abstinence is much more effective. Thinking you can never eat a cookie for the rest of your life can really be tough to deal with, but getting through the day without a cookie is much less scary.

    II assume this is the essence of the "one day at a time" that I have heard from friends who did AA

    Sounds like an awesome plan
  • CricketKate
    CricketKate Posts: 3,657 Member
    Just for Today: I will be kind and supportive to everyone around me, including myself.
  • pauldix
    pauldix Posts: 35 Member
    I understand what you're saying but I don't think I could operate in that way.

    It is perfectly possible to enjoy food and feel full while on a moderate diet.

    I do have the odd bar of chocolate and cookie but allow for that in my diet planning. I'm sure anyone could do the same.
  • ScarlettVamp
    ScarlettVamp Posts: 828 Member
    I completely understand. We all want treats, and we can all have treats in moderation. But if you're like me, suddenly the treats are in control and I can't leave them alone. I lost 97 pounds, and then let "treating myself" become an all day, every day occurrence. I've gained back 30 plus pounds and haven't been able to lose any of it because I can't leave the treats alone. I re-committed yesterday to staying focused every day on getting healthy which means making better food choices and only treating myself here and there. Thanks for the post...I needed it today. :flowerforyou:

    Just for today: I will maintain my focus on eating healthy.
  • palmtree51
    palmtree51 Posts: 7 Member
    I totally agree with that. Thank you today I will eat healthier :flowerforyou:
  • la8ydi
    la8ydi Posts: 294 Member
    Just for today...I will take care of ME as well as I take care of everyone around me.

    Just for today...I will not let the tape spouting negativity in my head to be heard.
  • FancyPantsFran
    FancyPantsFran Posts: 3,687 Member
    Just for Today I will go to the gym and enjoy my workout!!!
  • cpanus
    cpanus Posts: 19,886 Member
    Just for Today: I will get my walking done then get to my exercises without complaint.
  • lambchoplewis
    lambchoplewis Posts: 797
    I will continue to eat right, exercise and put real clothes on- not sweats!!!
  • GrandmaJackie
    GrandmaJackie Posts: 36,881 Member
    Just for Today I will remember!

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  • CricketKate
    CricketKate Posts: 3,657 Member
    Just for Today: I will stay within my calories.
  • pavingnewpaths
    pavingnewpaths Posts: 367 Member
    I have (had?) the same exact issue, but I agree completely.

    To today :drinker:
  • cpanus
    cpanus Posts: 19,886 Member
    Just for Today: I will pretend I love exercising.
  • MysteriousMerlin
    MysteriousMerlin Posts: 2,270 Member
    This is the first thread I've read on MFP that makes me want to cry. In a good way :flowerforyou:

    Just for today, I will stay under my sodium goal.
  • sugaraddict1180
    sugaraddict1180 Posts: 18
    Just for Today: I will go home and actually ride my exercise bike while watching Christmas movies.

    (still newish here so feel free to add me!)
  • sugaraddict1180
    sugaraddict1180 Posts: 18
    Just for Today: I will pretend I love exercising.

    LOVE!
  • Slaintegrl
    Slaintegrl Posts: 239 Member
    Just for today I will NOT buy Ghiradelli Peppermint Bark, even though it's only available this time of year (and I love it)!:wink:
  • GrandmaJackie
    GrandmaJackie Posts: 36,881 Member
    Just for today: I will remember it doesn't matter what kind of exercise or how long JUST exercise! I was able get a 50 min treadmill workout done! It was only at 3.5 MPH but at least it was done! My goal is to get anther one tonight! Btw, yesterday during my walk I ended up tripping hard on my hand ! I ended up having 4 stitches in my hand!
  • lewandt
    lewandt Posts: 566 Member
    Thinking like this is what helped me quit smoking. When i thought of never having a cigarette again it was very scary, but then i would think "just get thru today and if you really, really have to have one you can tomorrow". And when tomorrow would come, i did not want to ruin the hard work i put in the day before.

    And every day became a little easier.
  • CricketKate
    CricketKate Posts: 3,657 Member
    Just for Today: Get thee behind me, Sugar!
  • CricketKate
    CricketKate Posts: 3,657 Member
    Just for today: I will remember it doesn't matter what kind of exercise or how long JUST exercise! I was able get a 50 min treadmill workout done! It was only at 3.5 MPH but at least it was done! My goal is to get anther one tonight! Btw, yesterday during my walk I ended up tripping hard on my hand ! I ended up having 4 stitches in my hand!

    I'm sorry about your hand. :flowerforyou:
  • CricketKate
    CricketKate Posts: 3,657 Member
    Thank you, All, for posting here. Your kind words have made my day and your dedication keeps me trying, Every Day.
  • kzivic
    kzivic Posts: 326 Member
    Just for today: I will not be defeated by this sore throat and oncoming cold.
  • CricketKate
    CricketKate Posts: 3,657 Member
    Just for Today:I will get some exercise in.
  • margherlong
    margherlong Posts: 21 Member
    Very well put.
  • asianmonkie
    asianmonkie Posts: 264
    Just for today I will stop making excuses
  • CricketKate
    CricketKate Posts: 3,657 Member
    Just for Today: I am not just a number on a scale. Today my weight will not define me.
  • gwenr
    gwenr Posts: 139 Member
    I love this thread!!!

    Just for today I will do my weight workout when I get home and THEN collapse on the couch if I feel like it.
    :)
  • sabified
    sabified Posts: 1,035 Member
    Great post :)

    Just for today - I will not give in when I reach home all achy and sore. I will do my workout!
  • WeighToGoJudy
    WeighToGoJudy Posts: 43 Member
    Just for today I'll log all my food and drink all my water. :happy:

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