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  • Veta2018
    Veta2018 Posts: 725 Member
    edited November 2023
    Good morning,
    This mindful eating challenge is harder than I thought it would be. I thought I was already eating mindfully. In some ways I am. I'm being mindful about the choice of foods I put in my mouth and the portion sizes too. However, eating without distractions has been a struggle. I felt out of place or like something was missing while eating at the kitchen table by myself. I felt the most comfortable when eating at the table with my husband. I am grateful for my husband. When we dine out, I tease him, because he's usually distracted with his phone. I'll get out my phone and take about 10 quick pictures of him (paparazzi)...hehehe. That usually will compel him to put his phone away. He's been so supportive, as I've been progressing through my weight-loss journey. In the beginning, he went from one place to another place, until he found a place that had something healthy, I was willing to eat...lol. I told him to just get himself something and I'll make myself something when we get home. Although, I do carry with me a few snacks and a bottle of water for when unexpected situations occur. I don't mind so much that he still eats all that junk. I won't pick it out for him, so he has to buy it himself. I know he stopped at McDonald's on his way home from work. I tease him all the time. I tell him how many calories and sugars are in the food he's eating. I figured he might end up losing a few pounds eating the foods I'm preparing. We used to dine out all the time, it's so much easier to cook at home now. I love creating new healthy recipes. It's like I've started a new hobby. Ok...I'm done blabbing for now. Have a good day!
    💪Mission Slimpossible Strong!💪


  • davors19
    davors19 Posts: 363 Member
    davors19
    Weigh in day: Friday
    PW: 248
    CW: 248
  • 19shmoo69
    19shmoo69 Posts: 1,475 Member
    The nurse called and said everything looked good but I'm low on vitamin D. Doc still wants to do a MRI.
    I think that's a good report.
  • Veta2018
    Veta2018 Posts: 725 Member
    @19shmoo69 - Oh my! I had a similar thing happen to me a couple months ago. It was on my right side. Along with it I kept feeling a sharp pain in my ear, that would make me wince. The next day was the same except the sharp pain moved from my ear to my eye. Then it was gone. I talked with my doctor but I never did get an explanation. She just did a large amount of blood tests.
    Your strategies for weight loss should be individualized, make sure you choose the best strategy for your preferences. Everyone has a different motivation, willpower, and habits, all of which can help determine your healthiest lifestyle. I decided to create my own diet. I use a combination of Mediterranean, Keto, Paleo, and COCI, along with cardio/strength workouts. The nutrition help with weight loss the exercise help gain muscles and lose fat mass not muscle mass. I focusing on lifestyle changes. I'm creating a plan to make new habits, and I try to choose things that I can learn to enjoy doing for the rest of my life.

    @trooworld - I hope you're doing well and you get an explanation of what's causing the dizziness soon. <Hugs>

    @micaroo4 - I can so relate to the challenge of eating mindfully, when comes to focus and not being distracted.

    I found this article about mindful eating to help with binge eat:
    https://blog.reset.com/post/the-broccoli-test?


  • steffibabiie
    steffibabiie Posts: 149 Member
    @trooworld Hope you start feeling better soon! I guess I do mindfully eat anyway, so I was trying to think of some way to do more than what I already do. I have reminders set for meals because if I don't, I'll forget. And I always eat at the table to give myself a true break from work, as that's been a struggle working from home. Family dinners at the table with no TV or phones. And I've always been a slow eater. The only thing I don't do is stop eating when I'm full. I'm now a member of the clean plate club - only because I measure everything that goes on my plate to make sure I'm hitting my calorie goal for the day. I might just sit this one out and keep doing what I normally do! Can we still do steps on the spreadsheet for the month? I can just post them here. It just keeps me accountable to keep moving.

    @19shmoo69 I hate when they just tell you to lose weight, like you don't already know it or aren't trying.
    I also hate when they demonise specific diets. Different things work for different people. Maybe keto isn't the best for someone with a family history of heart disease, or high cholesterol, but it's the best option for some. You just need to find what works for you. I love the mediterranean diet, but it's not going to be sustainable for everyone. I think doctors just like to recommend that one because it's heart-healthy (and one of the reasons the mediterranean area is a blue zone).
    Find what works for you, and stick to it! Good luck!

    @veta2018 I have a rule I've always used at restaurants, the first to pull out the phone has to pay. I started it when me and my brothers (all adults) would go to dinner with my parents or our whole families for events or catch ups. Now it's just me and my partner. My partner will usually pay anyway, but he has a terrible habit of mindlessly pulling out his phone and looking at facebook. Most of the time he'll have his phone out on the table and next to the plate. Even though we basically share finances, it's a fun challenge. If he can make it through the meal without looking at his phone, then I'll pay.

    @laurelfit57 hopefully you find some time for you amongst the craziness of the weekend!
  • Katmary71
    Katmary71 Posts: 7,654 Member
    @Veta2018 Great job on mindful eating yesterday! I love your husband's reaction too, I'm so used to sitting down and having something to read or watch that it's hard to stop that. I did stop eating dinner when I was full though but the TV was on. Your husband sounds like great support!

    @laurelfit57 Yes my first back surgery I couldn't leave until I had a BM, now they want you the heck out! I actually started the increase in my meds for post-surgery pain today which is pretty crazy. Thank you for helping out the last two weeks, I loved reading more from you. Wow you have a lot of planning to do now, good luck getting the house ready!

    @19shmoo69 What's the latest on your health? Will you be having the MRI? Best of luck to you, I hope it goes away and doesn't come back and you're fine now.

    @trooworld Thank you! What an awful night, I'm glad you're home today. That migraine sounds terrible, I hope this new kind of vertigo won't keep up, migraines are awful enough! Being in the hospital is a horrible place to have a migraine, I had one the day after surgery and lost my temper about one of the machines constantly beeping. I hope you're feeling a little better when you read this.

    @micaroo4 Exactly you need to be mindful of mindful eating! Notes sound like a good idea, let us know how it goes.

    @steffibabiie I love that about first person pulling out phone has to pay, it's a great idea since it's such a habit we almost need something to stop us from doing it.

    Hi friends! Had PT this morning, she made me feel better about where I'm at which I really appreciate, I'd given up on getting much better already but I have more hope now. I went for a walk but other than that and PT have been taking it easy. I was hoping to go to the garden club tomorrow but the PT told me if I got in an accident before my doctor releases me insurance tends not to cover it so I'll be staying home. Friend is coming over in the afternoon. Have a great Saturday!
  • DrewsAnna
    DrewsAnna Posts: 859 Member
    DrewsAnna
    Weigh in Wednesday
    PW 158.7
    CW 159.3

    Hey y'all,

    I totally suck, halloween candy, sinus issues, side effects of flu & covid vaccines and just plain being tired. I totally fell off the wagon. I'm getting back on track tomorrow!!!

    I'm sorry I'm late with my weigh in again. It was because I was just plain ashamed.

    I'll get caught up on everyone's posts hopefully, tomorrow.
  • 19shmoo69
    19shmoo69 Posts: 1,475 Member
    Thank you everyone for the well wishes and taking time to encourage. It means a lot to me.
    So far all the tests show that the only problem is low vitamin D. The MRI depends on the insurance company.
    Thanks again everybody.
  • Veta2018
    Veta2018 Posts: 725 Member
    edited November 2023
    💪Mission Slimpossible Strong!💪
  • jessicakrall8
    jessicakrall8 Posts: 5,986 Member
    The November Week 2 Group Challenge is open and ready to begin tomorrow, Sunday, November 5th. Please join us for the Holiday Happenings Challenge! Expect some lively discussions...hope to see you in the chat thread! Here's the link:

    https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10902798/november-week-2-group-challenge-holiday-happenings#latest

    Jessica :blush:
  • tammymccrady6278
    tammymccrady6278 Posts: 216 Member
    tammymccrady6278
    Weigh in day Saturday
    PW 200.5
    CW 198.5
    Total loss to date 51 lbs. so very happy.
  • Katmary71
    Katmary71 Posts: 7,654 Member
    @DrewsAnna You don't suck just get back to it my friend!

    @19shmoo69 You're welcome you're part of our family here and worry about you. What is their reason for wanting the MRI, in case it's something spinal?

    @Cornanda Thank you! Is there anything we can do to help?

    @trooworld Oh my gosh that sounds horrible, it's really loud and stressful in the ER. When I went last weekend there was a guy screaming and a bunch of moaner and groaner people, I put on hang drums and put my phone by my ear to drown it out but I didn't have a migraine then. Thanks! Oh what a cool challenge!

    @tammymccrady6278 Congratulations on 51lbs down!

    Hi friends! Did two laps around the neighborhood and two sets of my stretches and exercises. Best day I've had in a long time. My friend came for a bit and filled me in on the charity board meeting so I'm up-to-date. I'm waiting for an Amazon Fresh order to come then headed to bed to read. Have an awesome Sunday!
  • Katmary71
    Katmary71 Posts: 7,654 Member
    Shoot I forgot to report I did good with mindfulness today while eating, I had both breakfast and dinner at the table and focused on my food. It was hard not to grab a cookbook to read!
  • Veta2018
    Veta2018 Posts: 725 Member
    edited November 2023
    It was a beautiful ☀️ 58° today. I finished clearing the weeds and old plants from my garden to get it ready for winter. I made something to eat. Then, my husband and I did some errands. I made good choices and ate without distractions. At first, mindful eating felt awkward, but after practicing these new habits for the past few days, I'm actually starting to get used to it.

    💪Mission Slimpossible Strong! 💪
  • micaroo4
    micaroo4 Posts: 4,889 Member
    Eating mindfully was a bust for me. I just don't have the right brain.
  • 19shmoo69
    19shmoo69 Posts: 1,475 Member
    19shmoo69
    Sunday
    P. W. 282
    C. W. 280
  • 19shmoo69
    19shmoo69 Posts: 1,475 Member
    @Katmary71 the doc wants it to see if there's any blockage anywhere. I'm starting to lean towards not doing it.
  • Veta2018
    Veta2018 Posts: 725 Member
    edited November 2023
    Veta2018
    Weigh In Day: Sunday
    PW (Previous Weight): 161 lbs.
    CW (Current Weight): 163 lbs.

    This is the first time I've seen the scale go backwards since I started. I'm having my monthly visitor but it didn't effect my weight the past two months. I know it's only 2 lbs., but that could take two weeks to lose. I've been eating healthy and exercising regularly. It's very discouraging. So does it come off automatically when I'm done, or do I have to start from here and lose it again?

    💪Mission Slimpossible Strong!💪
  • sleepygirl79
    sleepygirl79 Posts: 275 Member
    Back again. Kind of been MIA this last bit and haven’t been focusing as well as I should on my food. Haven’t tracked consistently either. 🤦🏻‍♀️. And it’s starting to show on the scale. I’m going to try and get back in the swing of tracking and monitoring myself again.
    Hope everyone else is doing well. I will try to catch up on the posts and not get too far behind.
  • sleepygirl79
    sleepygirl79 Posts: 275 Member
    Sleepygirl79
    Sunday
    SW 232.2
    PW 221.6
    Nov.5: 220
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