Beautiful Behaviors - January 2017
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Love this group. Would love to join. Nicely positive.3
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Hello all, lurker here. I'm Cassie. I'm currently in maintenance, but my weight has been fluctuating a lot more than I'd like. I have also been struggling with anxiety, lack of motivation to work out, and a bit of depression. I could use some more positivity in my life right now. This thread seems like a great place to get it.
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@woznube7...congrats and be happy with the choice you made. Do not second guess your choice. It may turn out great, better even or it could be not what you are happy with however it turns out....it will be a learning experience and a step outside your comfort zone. Embrace it.
Congrats to all the other beautiful ladies who have stayed with in their goals and other things they have been working on.
@lulalacroix congrats on day 3 of your yoga challenge. I cannot imagine a day with out yoga. I use a site on facebook called DoYouYoga and its really awesome. They do challenges and you could even with a free membership to their site with all its videos etc. Its been very helpful in my practice. I had a 30 day challenge started but only did two days because I love just doing what I want to do on my mat lol. Hopefully you will get your headaches under control. Namaste!2 -
@BeautifulDestruction67 Thanks. I'm loving it and am thinking of doing a second class today. I've read that it's addictive. If that's true, then it's probably one of the best addictions to have. I will definitely check out the group. Namaste!
@gatamadriz and @theamazingcassiebunny Welcome!0 -
it has been a while, kids! Sorry about that. It was a busy week back at full kilter.
I gained 2 lbs this week and am trying not to be disappointed.
I stayed within my calorie count every day (maybe a bit too low); eating healthy; and started working out this weekend. So I am trying to focus on the positive, but I can't help but be frustrated. My body is so stubborn sometimes. I am going to give it a month and if I am still dragging along, I am making an appointment with a doctor....sigh. (As a nurse practitioner, it is very hard for me to find a doc who I like and trust, but I think I have found a DO who will work with me)
welcome @mcgothinm and @TeachingT, @lulalacroix, @gatamadriz, and Cassie. You all have joined a fabulous group!
Libby - CONGRATULATIONS! I know you will be great! Sometimes, in life, you have to JUMP - make a leap of faith. Good luck!
Caught up on reading everyone's posts - missed you guys!
SMART goals this week: 1. Increase calorie intake to at east 1500 daily to as not to put my body in starvation mode.
2. Shop for a prep food for easy cooking and packing lunches this week.
3. Check in with my peeps on Beautiful Behaviors at least once per day for the support and encouragement that keeps me going!
I start teaching this week and found out this week that I have another part time teaching gig for the summer which will probably turn into a full time faculty position in the near future - on my way back!
Have a great Sunday!
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@paigern82 Don't be disappointed, 2 pounds could simply be water weight. Thank you for the warm welcome. Hope this week goes better.1
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Good morning from NYC!
Beautiful sunny day here, temps will hit 40 degrees, so I will be out doing my "rotten hills" walk. My nabe is very hilly and the streets are sometimes on a 45 degree angle. So, my heavy cardio days are, walk up 2 blocks, down three, then over one and up three.
My fitness watch records this as stair climbing, LOL.
Lurve my latte in the morning, but milk has too many carbs. Since I'm doing carb cycling, been looking for low carb stuff for my low carb days. Found an unsweetened almond milk that is devine in lattes! Califa brand. Really tasts like cream. So I am one happy camper. Will also use it in my protein shake today.
Paige, don't get discouraged. Your body may simply be doing a bit of reorganizing, if you started working out. If you have access, get on a body analysis scale which measures water, fat, muscle and bone weight. Technically I've only lost 2 lbs in 3 weeks, but in reality I have swapped out fat for muscle and am in to one size smaller. So don't despair. Good luck with the new DO.
To all the others, have a wonderful day. Do something fun!
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ohmygoodness! We are growing in number
It was an "off" day for me. I still journaled my foods (yay). However I grazed all day. I had been sick for a few days and when I got up, I was hungry! SOOOO my future goals will include keeping easy to prepare foods that are low calorie and nutrient dense for those days when I cannot tolerate the 5-20 minutes taken to prepare most of my meals. I'm going for carrots - rinse and eat, bananas - peel and eat and compost the peel, salad greens - open and eat and recycle the plastic bowl, garbanzo beans - open can, eat from the can, recycle the can. I'm not making dirty dishes while I'm sick! Help me come up with some others! Please!
There is a cat walking on my head....
@jessiquoi are you okay, gal? I'm concerned.
@dlm4mom , eating the big salad before you go somewhere is one of my habits as well. It seems to work okay. Did you do well?
@TeachingT, yay! Being a teacher is a tough enough job. Getting a point about personal worth successfully conveyed to your students is the added extra that will make you a memorable teacher.
Bat has flown in. He seems to think he's a family member. I'll have to go carry him back outdoors where wildlife belongs.
May all who come here find peace and success!
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Don't be disappointed in yourself. Especially if you just started working out, that happens. Try to focus on the positives that you accomplished.1
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@gatamadriz, nice to have you here! Say, do you know if the unsweetened almond milk very high in calories? It sounds like a good alternative for coffee cream.
@theamazingcassiebunny, Hello Cassie! I deal with similar issues. I push myself to be gentle and positive on this thread because since gentle and positive is what I know I need, I'm figuring that it is what others may need as well. We all need to believe in ourselves until we include others in the same manner that we include ourselves.
@BeautifulDestruction67, Namaste! I love that word because it reminds me of a very beautiful hearted lady who would say "Namaste. The spirit of God in me recognizes and honors the spirit of God in you." How beautiful it is to acknowledge the person's heart and not just their name.
Hi Paige! Yes, weight goes up and down when we least expect it. My waistline expanded after three days of illness no appetite. I cannot explain that, but it happened. Stay calm and stick to your plan!
Lea - stay calm and stick to your plan!
My goals for the coming day:
1. Refill the bat's water on the back step. He's obviously thirsty.
2. Start the day with a 5 minute deep breathing exercise and visualizing myself at a huge banquet where everyone eats what they want in reasonable quantities.
3. Find a time to check on a neighbor.
4. Stay within 500 calories of my diet
5. Walk 4 blocks or the equivalent.
Peace and joy to all. Have a wonderful evening.
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Thanks for the welcome! @aleahurst, I think most of us are our own worst critics. I am terrible about being kind to others but not to myself. Thanks for the reminder. 2
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@gatamadriz, nice to have you here! Say, do you know if the unsweetened almond milk very high in calories? It sounds like a good alternative for coffee cream.
@theamazingcassiebunny, Hello Cassie! I deal with similar issues. I push myself to be gentle and positive on this thread because since gentle and positive is what I know I need, I'm figuring that it is what others may need as well. We all need to believe in ourselves until we include others in the same manner that we include ourselves.
@BeautifulDestruction67, Namaste! I love that word because it reminds me of a very beautiful hearted lady who would say "Namaste. The spirit of God in me recognizes and honors the spirit of God in you." How beautiful it is to acknowledge the person's heart and not just their name.
Hi Paige! Yes, weight goes up and down when we least expect it. My waistline expanded after three days of illness no appetite. I cannot explain that, but it happened. Stay calm and stick to your plan!
Lea - stay calm and stick to your plan!
My goals for the coming day:
1. Refill the bat's water on the back step. He's obviously thirsty.
2. Start the day with a 5 minute deep breathing exercise and visualizing myself at a huge banquet where everyone eats what they want in reasonable quantities.
3. Find a time to check on a neighbor.
4. Stay within 500 calories of my diet
5. Walk 4 blocks or the equivalent.
Peace and joy to all. Have a wonderful evening.
Lea
Hi aleahurst,
Almond milk is between 35 and 40 calories, unsweetened for and 8 ounce serving. It's a total deal.1 -
Thanks, you guys, for the support and encouragement!
Went shopping today and did quite a bit of food prep - so I'm ready for the first of this week. I am really enjoying all of the healthy food I'm eating!
Two days at the gym! Only two more days this week to equal 4 days - that is the goal.
Lea - sounds like you have an animal house!! They must feel the warm welcome! lol. Hummus and veggies is a favorite of mine. Along with brie cheese on apple slices!
I'm working today - hope most of the rest of you have a wonderful day off for MLK!!
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Paige - I wish I had the ability to prep food after shopping! Do you have a motivator that you can share?
Thank you..
Lea0 -
Hello Everyone!
My name is Shell. I've been going at this lifestyle commitment change since January 2nd of this year after losing 70lbs in 2013 and putting it all back on after two miscarriages. Nevertheless, I'm seeking friends to motivate, share, and experience this journey with. My stats: I'm 5'10, 261lbs. Starting weight was 272. Highest weight EVER was 295 (for one week back in 2009 after birthing my twins). Anyhoo, I look forward to keeping up with you all.4 -
Hi all,
I'm new here but really looking forward to joining in discussions in a gentle community - as I've found that a lot of my road blocks in life have been because I felt threatened, harshly judged or just flat out overwhelmed.
I'm a HUGE FAN of taking baby steps to a goal. Last year I decided that my life wasn't a race to the finish line. I will get to my goals in my own time so that I can KEEP them! I've done so many fad diets I could puke. I hate putting in effort only to completely abandon ship once the program is completed. I don't live on a program anymore. I'm take one day at a time and trying to always live "in the moment".
I work from home most of the time, so I have to set my own daily schedule. It includes time for yoga, prepping food, meditation, walking my dogs, etc. Which really has made a huge difference in my life. Approaching one day at a time seems to be best for my brain type. Anyone else find that to be the case?2 -
Good Morning!
I just caught up on all that i've missed. Welcome to all of the new faces!!
Update on nanny position: Praying for patience and guidance in choosing the best decision. I am unhappy with where I am at, but unfortunately I still am not able to afford to take this position.. it would be a little too much stress for finances, which is so sad.
This weekend I have had some sort of stomach bug! It has not been fun. Yesterday I hardly ate anything at all. I also babysat, which drained most of my energy! The kids were patient and I tried to be as interactive with them as possible. It was hard though, because I did not get anything for it, but I did help my friend out. So I know I did a good deed, but I really needed the money.
Today will be most of the same, I brought "bland" food items to eat. Also will be drinking LOTS of water.
I am starting a bowling league tonight --- it will be good to get out and do something, meet new people, be social, etc. Just ho
I hope you all have a fantastic Monday!!1 -
i'm ok, thanks! i've been off program for the last three days and avoiding the whole mfp site.
i'm getting myself back on track today, and will check in again later or tomorrow. 
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Hey All,
I am Rona and I am 37 years old and living in Ireland.
After being overweight for the last couple of years and finding it a struggle to lose the pounds because of Hypothyroidism, I finally decided to take charge this year and start a whole new lifestyle of healthy eating and looking after myself. I am looking for buddies to share and motivate each other on this weight loss journey.
I am 15 stone 4 lbs (I think that is 214 lbs), and I am only 4`11 (feels ashamed
). If I got down to 12 stone at least, I would be very happy. So I look forward to joining in the discussions and getting to know you all. Feel free to add me as well, thanks.
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Having a rough day today. Reading these posts are helping!!
My beautiful behavior today is: to not be so hard on myself. I have been doing well with this, but toxic environments have not made it easy.
@Jessiquoi -- Keep pushing!! You are doing wonderful. We are ALL here for you, no matter what!! 1 -
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Good Afternoon,
Having a pain day here, have a rare form of fibromyalgia which comes and goes for no apparent reason. So beautiful behavior of the day: Move, breathe in and out, make myself a lavender, mint and eucalyptus epsom salt bath and admire my newly organized closets!
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Hi all and Happy Monday!
Today is a good day so far. Did my yoga, short one today. And decided to get my annoying chores done early (my beautiful behavior) to allow the rest of the day to be beautiful and hopefully annoyance free.
Wish the best to everyone here.2 -
@daizybell, Welcome!! You are in the right place. There is lots of encouragement, support and NO JUDGING. We all have bad days. You can do this!1
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Hope you all have an amazing Monday. Fresh week to make the right choices.2
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Paige - I wish I had the ability to prep food after shopping! Do you have a motivator that you can share?
Thank you..
Lea
I'm not a big fan of cooking especially after a busy day of work in retail. I usually take one of my days off and make meals for a few days and prep other things. Or I will write a menu out for several days and plan accordingly. I make my list for the week before I go based on those meals.3 -
@MehTaken - Hello Shell! It sounds like you've been through a lot! Good to have you here.
@PuzzlePea - Welcome! Yes, I am a huge fan of baby steps also. Sometimes I just have to stop and remember that I only have to use self control in the current moment. Let tomorrow and yesterday take care of themselves!
@daisybell - Hi Rona! Glad to have you here. Ireland is a land of beauty, according to my mother's family. My mom's family claims ties to both Ireland and the indigenous U.S. tribes. She'll be jealous.
@woznube7 - Libby, there is a good job waiting just for you. I'll keep praying that you will know it when you see it. Your services are of great value. Hope you "strike" tonight and burn 3000 calories! Have fun.
Jess - We need you. We need your creative questions. We need your encouragement. None of those things are dependent on how many thousands of calories you consumed in one day. Anyway, I wonder if you can beat the five king sized Hershey's milk chocolate with almonds that I used to consume daily, just in order to deal with the stress of a job. Did I mention that I'm retired? Oh yeah. Guess I did.
@BeautifulDestruction67 - menu planning may be the key. Cooking is not my best skill, but sometimes enjoy it anyway.
Hello to @lulalacroix and @TeachingT !
I could not complete one of yesterday's goals. That of checking on a neighbor. I have a neighbor with an obvious disability. I'm uncertain about how to go check on him without giving the impression that he is needy, which I think would be insulting. I just want to make sure he is okay because he rarely comes out of his house these days. Any ideas, anyone?
May your Monday be happy!
Lea
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Good morning everyone! Welcome to our newest members of the tribe.
I fell off the wagon so hard this weekend, I couldn't raise my head enough to get online and ask for help. From the moment I came home from food shopping, I did nothing but eat. Granted, most of it was whole, clean food, but the quantities were... well, much more than needed to sustain life. I grazed my way through the weekend, and I barely moved or drank water. That is the past. Today is regroup day. I will track all my food, drink my water and, being at the office, try to make 4000 steps.
I can't think of anything specific that could have triggered this episode except having the food in the house. Grazing is my downfall. I have to get back to not eating between meals, because once I start, it's hard for me to stop.
Thank you for the messages. I'm so glad to have this "place" to come back to!
What are your triggers? How do you avoid them?
have a beautiful day,
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Good morning!
Bowling was cancelled last night (or it hasn't started yet, I am not sure which?) so I went over and spent a few hours with my friend before they move to Kentucky (today). Thank goodness for skype! I will miss them, very much!
Lea - Needed to hear those words. I had a REALLY rough day yesterday and felt defeated.
Jess - Especially when you feel that way, come to us. I have felt that way more times than not!! With being back in a "routine" a bit, you can get all of your steps and regroup. You slipped, that is ok!! We are helping you back up!
My triggers: When i'm feeling sad/lonely... I tend to overeat or make bad choices. Also when i'm stressed. As well as when I get "paid" then I think I have money and want to go and eat fast food. I don't need to do that! So i've been trying to save money and buy healthier choices, with a little lee-way for treats/slips if need be. This is my first week with trying that. By not feeling good, i've gotten my calories back under control. Thank goodness!
One of my very best friends has lost almost 100lbs. She does the ketosis? I am happy she has found what works for her, but am embarrassed at the same time. She now weighs as much as I do, and is almost at her 'goal". While I know she has worked hard, I have a bad habit of comparing myself to people and wish that I could have the success she has had!! I am working on it!
My beautiful behavior for today: Love myself.
SMART Goal: Drink my water, eat my soup, stay within calories! Take it easy (I can't seem to sit still even when feeling ill, so I have cleaned a ton. I folded my laundry, but have yet to put it away (this is a big step though!) My apartment is clean!)
Personal goal: Apply to jobs, keep working hard, remember to go to class this week!
Just for today: I will work on my mental health
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Blimey this is an active thread! How do I get notifications so I can keep up rather than coming back after three pages of updates I've missed! @aleahurst about a week ago you asked me about my fruit and veg goal? I'm classing one bit of fruit/veg as one piece, regardless of size
I eat a lot of fruit/veg anyway so its just a matter of turning to that instead of the sweeties!
I will have to catch up this evening after work; don't talk too much for a few hours haha
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