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When I started gaining my weight back, I was thinking how easy it was to fall right back into my old habits- before long I was abandoning the food scale and the gym and eating what I wanted- whether I needed it or not. But as I have gotten back on track- since about May 16th- I realized that it was just as easy to fall right back into my good habits. Weighing everything and recording- moving way more. It has felt very natural to me. I guess the mind is a crazy thing and does whatever you want. I have often been able to change my mindset and my mood by what I focus on. Thinking about my blessings and things I am grateful for has helped me to stop feelings of anxiety and unease. "Behaving" like I'm happy when I am not and refusing to act the part when I am depressed has stopped depression from taking root. (And the grace of God). I am not suggesting people don't need medication and help for depression. I am simply saying that for me personally- I have realized with my age that the mind can be fooled into believing whatever you want it to. You can give yourself feelings of contentment or spend time thinking about all the material possessions you need and the next thing you know- you're shopping. That's maybe not the best example but what you are "thinking on" on a daily basis will completely shape your life. Where the mind goes the heart follows. I am sure that I didn't make up that phrase but whoever did is exactly right. Today I will tell myself I am gorgeous. (and then avoid any mirrors or reflective storefronts) LOLOL. Too much rambling. Happy Thursday!
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99.0 kg
Lost so far: 14.0 kg.
Still to go: 8.3 kg.
Diet followed: Reasonably Well.
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2180 kcal
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Fat: 83.53g | Prot: 99.89g | Carbs: 269.35g.
Breakfast: Great Value Saltine Crackers, Frigo Light String Cheese, Jelly (All Flavors), Coffee, Bays Original English Muffin. Lunch: Carl Buddig Thin Sliced Honey Ham, Kermanig Bakery Pita Bread, Quaker Rice Cakes - Chocolate Crunch, Great Value Pepper Jack Cheese Slice, Doritos Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips (28g). Dinner: Marketside Chicken Spicy Mustard Wrap. Snacks/Other: Bakery Fresh Peanut Butter Cookies, Ice Cream, FlapJacked Mighty Muffin Chocolate PB. more...
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Losing 1.3 kg a Week
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I fell off for a few days and ate the high carb high fat sugary stuff like ice cream, etc. It was probably good to feel bad after my body said NO to this stuff. Thanks for this post. It helps to track on this app. I'm glad I started. Good luck to you!
16 Jun 22 by member: BookLover100ToGo
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This is so true that our minds are powerful and I think that you are right. Some people do need medication due to certain reasons but also I think it is good to do some self reflection to try and see if you can change your mindset.
16 Jun 22 by member: Redporchlady
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Thank you! This really is something I needed to hear right now. ❤️
16 Jun 22 by member: zuzus.petals
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I like your mindset right now. Well said.
16 Jun 22 by member: shirfleur 1
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16 Jun 22 by member: John10251
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“Thoughts are things," and powerful things at that, when they are mixed with definiteness of purpose, persistence, and a burning desire..." Napoleon Hill
16 Jun 22 by member: jeannieselby
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I needed to hear this today! Have to fall back into my good habits and quickly. Thanks for posting and I'm glad you're on a positive bend atm =]
16 Jun 22 by member: Faaip
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16 Jun 22 by member: Brigit0
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Amen! I think we can all agree that the mind is powerful and it leads us down whatever path we end up on. If we think we are worthless or unlovable, we'll show up in the world and act as such. I'm just so glad that I found The truth in Jesus; and He set me free from my feelings and the lies that I'm unlovable, worthless, etc.!!
In the past, I was so depressed at times because of the lies that other people spoke over me so long that I believed!!! I was in an emotionally and psychologically abusive relationship with someone who had a Narcissist personality; and it took more than 10 years to break free. I can't even take credit for it because it was the grace of God who led me out finally! Last year, I got Covid and had to quarantine, and that allowed me the physical space to separate myself. With that space, God was able to work in me and show me what REAL, unconditional love is; and I discovered that my security AND identity is in God and God alone!!! God's word and truth is that He made humanity (males and females) in His own image and He blessed us and called us good. He loved us before we were even born to our earthly parents; and He loves us even when others don't (including our parents, family, friends, etc.)
This truth has helped me so much and it changed how I see myself. Jesus came to set us free from being slaves of anything that holds us back from knowing who we really are! Freedom from feelings of guilt, shame, condemnation, worry, anxiety, depression, and feelings that we are worthless, unlovable, useless, etc...
No matter what anyone says about us, if it contradicts what God says, it's not true!! I'm so glad Jesus has freed me from seeking approval from others (a.k.a. people pleasing). Now, I literally do not care what someone thinks of me b/c #1 ‐ They aren't who made me (they are not God) and #2 - they cannot and have not saved my soul...
I'm glad you found grace in God! That's the only way to have true peace and joy!!!
I pray you anyone who sees this will have open hearts to allow the power of the one and only living God to touch your hearts and transform your minds, so you can experience real freedom and the abundant life He has purposed for you!
God does not have plans to harm you. He has plans to prosper you, and to give you a hope and a future! (Jeremiah 29:11 NIV). Jesus loves you!!! And God is full of unfailing love, forever!!!
16 Jun 22 by member: Cre8ngLife
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Awesome! Thanks for sharing.
16 Jun 22 by member: C0bby
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Thank you, everyone! I had to go to work. I tried to trick my mind into thinking I was retired, but it knew better! 😆 glad you appreciated my thoughts. I love reading the comments but can't reply separately. ❤️☺️
16 Jun 22 by member: davidsprincess
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17 Jun 22 by member: davidsprincess
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Thank you for sharing your thoughts and what’s been working and helping you🌻☀️
17 Jun 22 by member: Spencershae
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17 Jun 22 by member: buenitabishop
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I agree! The mind is powerful! Kind of like that saying which wolf is stronger? The one you feed. Or however it goes! I often find myself getting frustrated and saying, I hate this or that when stuff happens. I decided to quit saying that and thank God for the good things in my life. It's helped me alot!
17 Jun 22 by member: bearnoggin
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Bearnoggin, you've been through tough stuff and you are so clear headed in your thinking. You are kind and such a bright spot on fs. I think of you often and always wish you well!
18 Jun 22 by member: davidsprincess
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Thanks Princess! That means alot to me. It's not always easy, but I try!
19 Jun 22 by member: bearnoggin
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