I can't believe I did this...

LadyVivica
LadyVivica Posts: 84 Member
in Success Stories
I went to the candy aisle to get something chocolatey and i stood there, told myself, "NO this will not help anything!" I turned around and walked out of the aisle, paid for my eye drops, and left the store. VICTORY IS MINE!

For those who don't know, Sugar is my vice, i was completely addicted to that and caffiene. I kicked caffiene thanks to gallbladder surgery and now i'm in the final stages of kicking the horrible "I GOT TO HAVE ALL The SWEETS" syndrome.

I am so proud of my self i had to share, if i can do that you can too! That sugary candy bar will not fix your problems, it is a temporary fix that does you no good. I know there is good chocolate, but Snickers is not one of them :smile:

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  • matthawthorneisamyth
    matthawthorneisamyth Posts: 196 Member
    Awesome. Progress!
  • Cerakoala
    Cerakoala Posts: 2,547 Member
    That is awesome :) Way to go!
  • drabbits3
    drabbits3 Posts: 140 Member
    You rock! That kind of self control is something to be proud of!!!!! Nicely done! It won't be as hard next time!
  • El_Cunado
    El_Cunado Posts: 359 Member
    Great NSV! :drinker:
  • amessam8
    amessam8 Posts: 58 Member
    This seems like such a small thing but its not. It's a HUGE victory. Anytime you can stare your Kryptonite head on and not get weak, not give in, you've won a battle. Hats of to you!
  • BigLifter10
    BigLifter10 Posts: 1,153 Member
    Big, huge congrats on that!!! For people who love sweets and/or chocolate....walking out of that aisle without anything is a huge deal. Kudos! I've done it myself at times and even then, I think about it on the drive home....all the way telling myself I'm better off without the sugar/calories/fat. Crankier, maybe....but more optimistic long-term! :laugh:
  • kjurassic
    kjurassic Posts: 571 Member
    Way to be strong!!!
  • KimberlyinMN
    KimberlyinMN Posts: 302 Member
    Way to go!!!!!

    I had a lady stop me one aisle over to tell me "Good job on passing by the candy." I had been standing in the candy aisle looking it all over, shook my head, and kept going. Apparently she saw the whole conversation I had with myself. LOL
  • DIANAWONDERWOMAN
    DIANAWONDERWOMAN Posts: 1
    You are an inspiration! Chocolate has always been my weakness. I applaud you.
  • ABabilonia
    ABabilonia Posts: 622 Member
    You are an inspiration! Chocolate has always been my weakness. I applaud you.

    Same here, chocolate is my weakness.
  • dannyxtyler
    dannyxtyler Posts: 72 Member
    Yes!!!!!!! You did great!
  • baybear14
    baybear14 Posts: 56 Member
    That's a big accomplishment.
  • RachelRuns9
    RachelRuns9 Posts: 585 Member
    NICE!! I know EXACTLY what this is like :) I've recently had a few moments myself and it's LIBERATING! :)
  • kb9222
    kb9222 Posts: 42
    Well done!
  • melduf
    melduf Posts: 468 Member
    Good job!

    I had a hard time with buying candy after fueling my car. I still struggle now and then. But my body and my budget are better off without!!
  • inimical909
    inimical909 Posts: 11 Member
    Way to go!
  • laurie04427
    laurie04427 Posts: 421 Member
    YAY you did good! :)
  • amcook4
    amcook4 Posts: 561 Member
    Great job!!
  • aethre
    aethre Posts: 150 Member
    Way to go!!!!!

    I had a lady stop me one aisle over to tell me "Good job on passing by the candy." I had been standing in the candy aisle looking it all over, shook my head, and kept going. Apparently she saw the whole conversation I had with myself. LOL

    That is both adorable and slightly creepy.

    I love it!!
  • pusheen12
    pusheen12 Posts: 192 Member
    that is a true success...willpower and having the mental stamina to overcome an urge are what this all boils down to. CONGRATS
  • LadyVivica
    LadyVivica Posts: 84 Member
    Thank you everyone for the kudos! It means alot to me to know people care ^_^

    You know what, that one experience has given me more willpower to resist candy and other sugary goods! I keep telling myself that, "Hey if you could stand in the candy aisle at Walgreens for 10 mins and NOT buy any candy, you can make it through Walmart and the gas station!"

    And this is actually working! I can't believe this! ^_^lml
  • sharonpink
    sharonpink Posts: 76 Member
    LOVE victories such as these!! Great to hear!
  • Sharon5913
    Sharon5913 Posts: 134 Member
    What a great feeling. GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!! :drinker:
  • cog62
    cog62 Posts: 52 Member
    Great Job!!! YOU are right. Temp fix. Nothing tastes as sweet as lean, strong, and healthy feels!!! :smile:
  • mrron2u
    mrron2u Posts: 919 Member
    NICE!!! You have the power now!!!

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