We’re only human and most of us are not perfect at
everything. It is normal to get sidetracked when trying to eat healthy. However,
eating processed food has consequences. Sometimes small consequences, and
sometimes big ones.
It happened. I accepted it and I am doing something about it.
I knew that the best thing I could do is leave the past behind and focus on
moving forward. The rest of my life is still ahead of me, so I don’t look back,
I look forward.
I revisited what motivates me and I am getting back on
track. My best motivator - fear works very effectively. Since the doctor told me that I am a good
candidate for Type 2 Diabetes I immediately resumed better compliance with eating
for health and weight loss. One huge plus to my method is that I see
weight-loss results quickly.
A good friend of mine, who always tells the truth unless battery
runs out of juice, is very supportive by delivering results with a 0. 2 lb. / 3
oz. accuracy displayed on LCD screen daily.
Another thing I re-learned is that staying on track is
crucial to my success, but it’s not always about perfection as much as it is
about consistency. I don’t have to be perfect to experience real change
and improvements in my health. I am amazed again that so much can change in a
short span of time.
Falling off the wagon doesn't mean having to stay off. Life happens. Lesson learned.
Know that this is a temporary state. It doesn't matter how long you have been where you are. Believe in yourself and master the ability to keep your motivation high so it will become easier to stay on-track.
ReplyDeleteHolding yourself to a perfect standard isn’t realistic for any aspect of your life.
ReplyDeleteYou don't need to be perfect. I have my off days and I am happy when I get back to healthy eating next day. Just don't let one day translate to days or weeks.
ReplyDeleteYes, the consistency! I'm super glad you re-learned about it, because it's the key to achieve anything really - not perfection. Usually, perfection doesn't get you anywhere. But then again, if you do happen to fall off the track, that's fine - just get on it again. Never getting on it again would be the worst thing to do.
ReplyDeleteLove your friend who always tells the truth. Some people say you shouldn't weigh yourself every day but doing so helps me a lot. I pay closer attention to what I eat and how it affects me (I also journal my meals).
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