Harsh Reality
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carol3412
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Hello...
I'm very new to this site (just starting week 4) but my daily routine includes hopping on the scale every morning. I realized this morning when my battery died on my scale and I couldn't weigh myself... I didn't know how I should be. Should I be happy? Sad? Discouraged? Pissed off? I just stood there staring at a flashing "Lo" on my scale. But the harsh reality of it was that it made me realize just how much I let the scale determine my mood for the day. Something I definitely need to change. Maybe I just won't change the battery?!?! :bigsmile:
I'm very new to this site (just starting week 4) but my daily routine includes hopping on the scale every morning. I realized this morning when my battery died on my scale and I couldn't weigh myself... I didn't know how I should be. Should I be happy? Sad? Discouraged? Pissed off? I just stood there staring at a flashing "Lo" on my scale. But the harsh reality of it was that it made me realize just how much I let the scale determine my mood for the day. Something I definitely need to change. Maybe I just won't change the battery?!?! :bigsmile:
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The scale should not dictate your mood. Just be happy every day. :happy:0
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I would quit the scale. Don't buy new batteries for a month, and in that month work your butt off hard, so you can have a happy surprise when you weigh in in 30 days.0
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I know him.
But really. Use a tape measure. Scales suck.0 -
Reality is Harsh.0
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The purpose of a scale is to discourage and disappoint.
Use measuring tape and a mirror.
Like what you see then be happy!:flowerforyou:0 -
Reality is Harsh.
Reality is Harsh is Hot0 -
You're in luck, he's looking for a new girlfriend!!!!
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1246436-i-need-a-new-girlfriend
Good luck on your journey OP :flowerforyou:0 -
The purpose of a scale is to discourage and disappoint.
Use measuring tape and a mirror.
Like what you see then be happy!:flowerforyou:
I like this! Yes. :flowerforyou:0 -
I would quit the scale. Don't buy new batteries for a month, and in that month work your butt off hard, so you can have a happy surprise when you weigh in in 30 days.
I agree with this. As a frequent battery purchaser, batteries get expensive after a while. Hold off if you have other, battery-less methods (such as a measuring tape).0 -
You don't need a scale to even know you are in shape.
You'll know and will see.0 -
I have the same habit of hopping on the scale every single morning-even when I know that there are other factors for a slight 'gain' on the scale, I still end up feeling bad about it. I weighed myself this morning, and my goal is to NOT weigh in again until next Tuesday. I agree with others that the scale is important to know if I'm making progress, but at the same time, if I'm eating healthy and all that, then I should be able to see those results without it, seeing it will just take longer.0
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i can't quit the scale. 8 months into it and i still weigh daily. i never let it ruin my mood though. ever.0
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Don't let the scale dictate your mood. I have, and will probably always, weigh in ritualistically every morning. However, I've learned it's just a number and not the end-all be-all and I hope to break my addiction (i'm workign on getting there).
This morning I'm a pound up but I also feel great. I've just completed my first full week of workouts post surgery (so it was over 6 weeks I couldn't do more than walk and lift 10lbs) and so I feel strong and healthy. Screw the scale.
I immediately took my measurements That's more fun0 -
I weigh every Monday, just before my first gym session of the week, I do it Mondays so that I keep a check on what I eat and drink at the weekend, and also, so I know my goals for the week, If ive gained, I know I have to work extra hard that week ready for my weigh in the following Monday. I also look forward to weighing in, and, if ive had a loss that Monday, im in the gym thinking "i cant wait till net Monday" I find this both satisfying and also motivational.0
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Is Tim here yet?0
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Is Tim here yet?
He's busy looking for my replacement0 -
This happened to me last year, I went on for a month without buying the batteries but I was relieved when I finally did. You should definitely have at least a week of not weighing yourself, it's always the water level that changes not the actual fat loss. Good luck0
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Is Tim here yet?
He's busy looking for my replacement
Oh.
You know there's this girl around here who kinda looks like you, except really dumb, which is something I hear dudes sometimes look for in a chick. Maybe someone should introduce them.0 -
Hey girl, I will always make you happy. :flowerforyou:0
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Is Tim here yet?
He's busy looking for my replacement
Oh.
You know there's this girl around here who kinda looks like you, except really dumb, which is something I hear dudes sometimes look for in a chick.
I like the smart ones.0
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