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365 days...what I've learned...

walkingmywaytohealth
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What I've learned... One year on MFP
1. The mind is a powerful thing to (my) waist.
2. I keep my "before" photo on my fridge to remind myself how far I've come.
3. Absolutely no AYCE "all you can eat" places unless I can order off a menu because of #4
4. I will probably always have food issues.
5. No more than three days may pass without exercise. Daily is my goal.
6. I can eat whatever I want, because life happens and I won't feel deprived. (MODERATION)
7. Eating out for ME is reserved for special occasions. I know what I will order and I take 1/2 home.
7. Prior proper planning prevents piss poor performance.
8. When I cheat on myself my scale won't lie and I will have to pay the consequences.
9. I read nutritional labels.
10. Weighing in everyday keeps me in check.
I1. I will forgive myself if I have eaten more than I need on the days like #4.
12. I'd rather spend my money at the grocery store than at the Doctors office.
13. I Try to step out of my comfort zone. I'm already planning on running 1/2 marathon in Chicago in July and in San Antonio in December.
14. I dislike running. Its like going to a bad job but I still do it and my pay off is better health.
15. Even if I come in last place (and I have) I'm still a winner because at least I crossed the finish line and I had the courage to try.
16. When I'm upset...it's not what is eating me, it's the fact that I'm probably overeating. Focus on #1.
17. Each new day is a chance for a new beginning no matter how bad my day ended the day before. #11
1. The mind is a powerful thing to (my) waist.
2. I keep my "before" photo on my fridge to remind myself how far I've come.
3. Absolutely no AYCE "all you can eat" places unless I can order off a menu because of #4
4. I will probably always have food issues.
5. No more than three days may pass without exercise. Daily is my goal.
6. I can eat whatever I want, because life happens and I won't feel deprived. (MODERATION)
7. Eating out for ME is reserved for special occasions. I know what I will order and I take 1/2 home.
7. Prior proper planning prevents piss poor performance.
8. When I cheat on myself my scale won't lie and I will have to pay the consequences.
9. I read nutritional labels.
10. Weighing in everyday keeps me in check.
I1. I will forgive myself if I have eaten more than I need on the days like #4.
12. I'd rather spend my money at the grocery store than at the Doctors office.
13. I Try to step out of my comfort zone. I'm already planning on running 1/2 marathon in Chicago in July and in San Antonio in December.
14. I dislike running. Its like going to a bad job but I still do it and my pay off is better health.
15. Even if I come in last place (and I have) I'm still a winner because at least I crossed the finish line and I had the courage to try.
16. When I'm upset...it's not what is eating me, it's the fact that I'm probably overeating. Focus on #1.
17. Each new day is a chance for a new beginning no matter how bad my day ended the day before. #11
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great post, thank-you :flowerforyou:0
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This was extremely helpful. Thank you so much for sharing! =]0
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Congrats! This is truly inspirational.0
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Beautiful. Thanks for posting.0
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thanks for sharing!0
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Good things to learn!0
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Love this!!!0
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Awesome Post! Thanks for sharing!0
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Great post!0
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Thanks for the great post. :flowerforyou:0
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Nice list! I'm on board with you on a few of those.0
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bump! Well said!0
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:flowerforyou:0
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Well Said!!!0
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Congrats to you on 365 days and your awesome loss. I especially love that you point out that you won't deprive yourself. I need to hear that from time to time.0
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Love it. Inspiring.0
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Thank you! Well done.0
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Very inspirational. Thanks for posting this.0
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LOVE this - thank you so much! Some great reminders and encouragement :flowerforyou:0
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Thank you for your insightful post, very well done!
Congratulations on your success!0 -
love it!0
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I am so going to use this...fantastic! I have learned the same things!0
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Love this post, and you look amazing! I really like #7. I may just have to post that on my fridge as a daily reminder!0
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Loved how sensible you are about it. Well done and keep up the great work.0
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What I've learned... One year on MFP
1. The mind is a powerful thing to (my) waist.
2. I keep my "before" photo on my fridge to remind myself how far I've come.
3. Absolutely no AYCE "all you can eat" places unless I can order off a menu because of #4
4. I will probably always have food issues.
5. No more than three days may pass without exercise. Daily is my goal.
6. I can eat whatever I want, because life happens and I won't feel deprived. (MODERATION)
7. Eating out for ME is reserved for special occasions. I know what I will order and I take 1/2 home.
7. Prior proper planning prevents piss poor performance.
8. When I cheat on myself my scale won't lie and I will have to pay the consequences.
9. I read nutritional labels.
10. Weighing in everyday keeps me in check.
I1. I will forgive myself if I have eaten more than I need on the days like #4.
12. I'd rather spend my money at the grocery store than at the Doctors office.
13. I Try to step out of my comfort zone. I'm already planning on running 1/2 marathon in Chicago in July and in San Antonio in December.
14. I dislike running. Its like going to a bad job but I still do it and my pay off is better health.
15. Even if I come in last place (and I have) I'm still a winner because at least I crossed the finish line and I had the courage to try.
16. When I'm upset...it's not what is eating me, it's the fact that I'm probably overeating. Focus on #1.
17. Each new day is a chance for a new beginning no matter how bad my day ended the day before. #11
Awesome post! Congrats on the Weight loss!0 -
What I've learned... One year on MFP
1. The mind is a powerful thing to (my) waist.
2. I keep my "before" photo on my fridge to remind myself how far I've come.
3. Absolutely no AYCE "all you can eat" places unless I can order off a menu because of #4
4. I will probably always have food issues.
5. No more than three days may pass without exercise. Daily is my goal.
6. I can eat whatever I want, because life happens and I won't feel deprived. (MODERATION)
7. Eating out for ME is reserved for special occasions. I know what I will order and I take 1/2 home.
7. Prior proper planning prevents piss poor performance.
8. When I cheat on myself my scale won't lie and I will have to pay the consequences.
9. I read nutritional labels.
10. Weighing in everyday keeps me in check.
I1. I will forgive myself if I have eaten more than I need on the days like #4.
12. I'd rather spend my money at the grocery store than at the Doctors office.
13. I Try to step out of my comfort zone. I'm already planning on running 1/2 marathon in Chicago in July and in San Antonio in December.
14. I dislike running. Its like going to a bad job but I still do it and my pay off is better health.
15. Even if I come in last place (and I have) I'm still a winner because at least I crossed the finish line and I had the courage to try.
16. When I'm upset...it's not what is eating me, it's the fact that I'm probably overeating. Focus on #1.
17. Each new day is a chance for a new beginning no matter how bad my day ended the day before. #11
This list is great!!! I especially like 7, 10, 11, and 17! Thank you for sharing!0 -
Great post. Very motivational. I need it!! Just getting started (again). I need to lose 45 pounds. I weigh more now than I did both times I was pregnant. (That was 22 yrs ago)0
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GREAT post! Thanks!0
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Lots of good points there! I might have to borrow a couple for my own fridge.0
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Thank you for your post.Ther are some great points for me to take with me.0
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