Falling Off The Wagon

Am I the only one who feels like they are the only one who "falls off the wagon" from time to time? I had a donut this morning and knew I shouldn't have. I felt bad the whole time I ate it but just kept eating it. :s Feeling even worse about it now and just feel like I'm the only one who ever does things like this lol Just wondering if I'm the only one who feels like this??? I can be doing so good and then completely blow it a few days later. Does this happen to anyone else? I also feel like I get better and go longer before falling off the wagon the next time, so maybe that's a good thing? I guess we are only human and I'm just soaking in my donut eating guilt. :/
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  • xylia1225
    xylia1225 Posts: 15 Member
    If you like donuts or other sweets, you should be incorporating that into your diet plan. If it's something you like, why would you deprive yourself of it indefinitely? I'm not saying sit yourself down with a whole box, everything in moderation. The best diet is the one you stick with, so allowing yourself to eat foods you like is a big help. You just need to make sure, at the end of the day, your diet is balanced.
  • chelllsea124
    chelllsea124 Posts: 336 Member
    I had a rita's italian ice just open where I live. Best believe I made room for some of that today, and without going over my calories!
  • ayuri17
    ayuri17 Posts: 21 Member
    There is nothing wrong with eating sweets, and you should not feel bad. Let me tell you, I eat either cake, donuts, or pie for breakfast every single day. I have already lost weight, and I feel like dieting is pretty easy because I am not depriving myself.

    Just work the sweets into your calorie plan and try to eat well the rest of the day.
  • TorStar80
    TorStar80 Posts: 252 Member
    I understand. I feel the same. Despite what everyone says, I'm so determined that if I don't control myself I feel like a failure... but I'm seeing slowly that that's the beauty of this app. Keep track and you'll find that you have room to guilt free indulge here and there while still making your goal.
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    as long as it fits in your log it's ok I figure.
    I've fallen off the wagon so many times it happens
  • besmith11
    besmith11 Posts: 106 Member
    I don't do anything with the word die in it.

    Is a donut the most nutrient-dense item that you could have ate that day? No, it's not. However, you cannot beat yourself up over the small things. If restricting yourself is that much is going to cause a lot of guilt like you are experiencing right now, you need to adjust your calories to see if you can add a little bit of those items in. While I don't eat those items for my own diagnosed health reasons, there's no need to keep mentally abusing yourself.
  • MommaGem2017
    MommaGem2017 Posts: 405 Member
    I'm planning on working in a donut as an afternoon snack is weekend :smiley:
  • AliceDark
    AliceDark Posts: 3,886 Member
    I don't think there is a wagon. I don't think it's about never making mistakes or never eating things just because they taste good. I eat doughnuts and ice cream and all kinds of things just because I like them, but the overall quality of my diet is in good shape so it's okay to incorporate yummy things.

    I think it's more like taking a long walk down a path; sometimes you're going straight forward, sometimes you take a few steps back, and sometimes you stand still for a little while. As long as your general progress is in the right direction, you're good.
  • ThatFrigginGuy99
    ThatFrigginGuy99 Posts: 46 Member
    Honestly, looking at your profile picture, you can handle a donut, love. Good luck.
  • chrissywelsh10
    chrissywelsh10 Posts: 66 Member
    I got drunk last night - had 2 mojitos, red wine, bitterballen, chicken skewers and quesadilla! It was a GREAT night. No guilt... Today I'm having lots of salad and going for a run - prob tomorrow too... it was worth it, and i always manage to fit in crazy nights - you should too! 1 donut = 1 run... or a light salad dinner... don't sweat the small stuff.
  • amandallee
    amandallee Posts: 40 Member
    TorStar80 wrote: »
    I understand. I feel the same. Despite what everyone says, I'm so determined that if I don't control myself I feel like a failure... but I'm seeing slowly that that's the beauty of this app. Keep track and you'll find that you have room to guilt free indulge here and there while still making your goal.

    Glad to know someone has the same weird mindset as me lol but this app/community is pretty amazing. You guys definitely keep me on my toes. I'm proud to say I have lost about 3 lbs since this post. And I probably should have mentioned I was doing low-carb so maybe that's why I felt so bad about it lol thanks to everyone for the responses.
  • merekins
    merekins Posts: 228 Member
    Perfection isn't the answer. Are you seriously planning to live the rest of your life without dessert? Nope! The key is to learn to eat smaller portions of those things less often. I've been there so I get it but I'd have been happier, and skinnier, overcoming that all or nothing attitude sooner. It's not practical and sets you up to fail. One donut isn't blowing diddily squat! Think about all the hard work you've put in to this. A donut doesn't erase it.
  • bruby28
    bruby28 Posts: 4,123 Member
    You still have to enjoy the little things in life . Donuts are so delicious , having one is not the end of the world . You should be proud of yourself , I usually eat 3 or 4 at a time lol ..no but seriously if u work it into your cals for the day no big deal . Once you restrict certain foods that you love , makes you want them even more . Moderation is key , and enjoying every bite !
  • kokonani
    kokonani Posts: 507 Member
    Yum! I had a donut too. Enjoyed the heck out of it. I try to have sweets everyday within my daily calorie limit. You cannot live life without having what you love. Just balance out everything else in the day. Have a bit more salad and veggies. Why wouldn't you be able to fit donuts into your day?
  • KelseyRL
    KelseyRL Posts: 124 Member
    I totally get what you're saying. I went to my in-laws house recently and they have a very well stocked snack cupboard. Had multiple cookies, chips, cheesy bread sticks, a fudgsicle, and a LOT of wine. It's hard when you're in the moment. I wasn't hungry, I didn't really enjoy a lot of the foods, and I knew my stomach would be upset all the next day, but I kept eating.

    These are the habits I find hardest. Somedays, even though you could name 5 reasons why it's not a good idea, habit takes over. It's one day at a time though. Tomorrow's a new day with new choices and new decisions. I always try hard not to carry yesterday's stuff with me. Just keep trying and do what you can. Don't get too worked up over things you can't undo.
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  • amandallee
    amandallee Posts: 40 Member
    KelseyRL wrote: »
    I totally get what you're saying. I went to my in-laws house recently and they have a very well stocked snack cupboard. Had multiple cookies, chips, cheesy bread sticks, a fudgsicle, and a LOT of wine. It's hard when you're in the moment. I wasn't hungry, I didn't really enjoy a lot of the foods, and I knew my stomach would be upset all the next day, but I kept eating.

    These are the habits I find hardest. Somedays, even though you could name 5 reasons why it's not a good idea, habit takes over. It's one day at a time though. Tomorrow's a new day with new choices and new decisions. I always try hard not to carry yesterday's stuff with me. Just keep trying and do what you can. Don't get too worked up over things you can't undo.

  • imanibelle
    imanibelle Posts: 130 Member
    Such a beautiful face and cute baby boy <3.