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by Amy3010
Fri Mar 22, 2024 6:08 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Melderin's check in
Replies: 6
Views: 190

Re: Melderin's check in

Mark them and move on - hang in there! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Fri Mar 08, 2024 7:28 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Pocast #83: The No S Diet 2024
Replies: 5
Views: 305

Re: Pocast #83: The No S Diet 2024

Good reminder that it takes time and that imperfection is normal! :mrgreen: And I totally agree - the method described in the original book is still completely relevant today. I have been here for many years and am by no means a perfect No-S-er, but the impact on my habits over the years has been im...
by Amy3010
Tue Feb 27, 2024 6:30 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

Welcome back, Pink! You can do this, you know exactly what you need to do (structure, logging meals...) to get back on track. And you are very clear on what you want to move away from. You got this! :mrgreen:

Have a good, green week!
by Amy3010
Sun Feb 11, 2024 7:32 am
Forum: Everyday Systems General Discussion
Topic: Podcast #82: Clock & Calendar, your Sword & Shield
Replies: 6
Views: 573

Re: Podcast #82: Clock & Calendar, your Sword & Shield

How few and precious they are, indeed. Good to be reminded of this from time to time.

I totally agree with you on the snooze button!
by Amy3010
Sun Feb 11, 2024 7:17 am
Forum: Everyday Systems General Discussion
Topic: Sever upgrade Log
Replies: 2
Views: 332

Re: Sever upgrade Log

Thanks, Reinhard! :mrgreen: We very much appreciate your efforts to keep the board online!
by Amy3010
Sun Jan 07, 2024 6:27 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Ellis tries again!
Replies: 76
Views: 58162

Re: Ellis tries again!

Well done on coming through the holidays feeling pleased with how you did! :mrgreen: And perfection was not required! I think that is so important for us to remember here. Thanks for sharing!
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 30, 2023 7:10 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, WIN! I too am looking forward to a fresh start after this weekend :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 30, 2023 7:09 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Welcome back, WIN! Happy New Year and onwards and upwards with good habits in 2024! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 23, 2023 6:45 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Babybirds check in
Replies: 66
Views: 76742

Re: Babybirds check in

Hi Babybird! It sounds like you have moved forward in a lot of ways this past year! I think getting older does help shift our focus to the importance of health, both physical and mental, not just outward appearance, and getting better at taking good care of ourselves. Keep up the great work! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 23, 2023 6:40 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

Well done, Pink, on having the determination to get up early and get your workouts in each day! You have every reason to be impressed with yourself - I am impressed too! :D Like you, I notice that the days I get the workout in, I feel so much better. I also heard on a podcast somewhere that people w...
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 23, 2023 6:30 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks for checking in, Pink! This past week, I got three morning workouts in, which made me very happy, and additional walking and biking throughout the week for errands. My food is a little bit all over the place, though. I am aiming to focus on getting solid green days in next week. I have to wor...
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 16, 2023 7:00 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: The Blessings of Simplicity
Replies: 1881
Views: 2351914

Re: The Blessings of Simplicity

Glad you've had a good year and congratulations on the marriage and graduations!
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 16, 2023 6:59 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: weight focus and "emotional" eating
Replies: 3
Views: 3431

Re: weight focus and "emotional" eating

Thanks for this reminder! Several years ago, you posted a list you had made of all your reasons and that was hugely inspirational for me - I came up with a full page of my own reasons, which I have refined and updated over the years. When I am in place where I feel I really need to buckle down and f...
by Amy3010
Sun Dec 10, 2023 6:24 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Soprano
Replies: 338
Views: 547993

Re: Soprano

Good luck, Soprano! It often seems like we get into a good groove with something and then life butts in and throws us off of it. I hope you find your balance again soon! Can be tricky with the holidays, but hang in there! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sun Dec 10, 2023 6:18 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks so much, Soprano and WIN! :mrgreen: I totally agree that having to get to the gym on a frosty morning by car makes it a much bigger challenge! I stopped going to the gym with the Covid lockdowns, and never went back - I have a few Youtube channels that I use for my workouts, so I don't have t...
by Amy3010
Sun Dec 10, 2023 6:12 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Yep - just mark it and move on!
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 09, 2023 7:21 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

How did it go with your plans this week? I also had to make the decision to set my alarm ten minutes earlier to have enough margin to get my workouts in. But like you, I really notice the positive impact it has on my mood and mindset, so I feel like it's worth it. Also because, like you, the chance ...
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 09, 2023 7:17 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, Pink! I notice I feel more energetic and self confident if I get that workout in before I leave for work. So this week I made sure I did one each day - yoga on M-W-F and strength training on Tu-Th.
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 09, 2023 7:14 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Lisa's Back at it--A new Start!
Replies: 5
Views: 2553

Re: Lisa's Back at it--A new Start!

Welcome back, Lisa! It sounds like the pandemic put your habit train onto old tracks - I feel your frustration! But you were able to change those tracks with No-S in the past, and even if it takes time, you can do it again. Hang in there!
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 09, 2023 7:09 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

Great to hear you are doing well! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 02, 2023 6:44 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

It sounds like you are doing really well in finding a place of balance!

I am with you in wanting to refocus this month - I find it really helps to not let December take me on a wild food ride! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 02, 2023 6:41 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Ellis tries again!
Replies: 76
Views: 58162

Re: Ellis tries again!

Maybe it doesn't sound like a lot, but given how close you are to your goal, it actually is a lot - well done on working so hard this year on establishing your habits and learning so much! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Dec 02, 2023 6:39 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, Ellis! I'm three weeks in and getting used to things... I work M-F mornings, leaving at 8.30 and getting home about 1. So I am eating breakfast a bit earlier and lunch a lot later than before, which has been fine to get used to. Having a later lunch actually makes me less snacky in the after...
by Amy3010
Sun Nov 19, 2023 6:26 am
Forum: No S Diet Testimonials (aka "yearly check in")
Topic: 1-Year No S / Shovelglove Testimonial
Replies: 6
Views: 7420

Re: 1-Year No S / Shovelglove Testimonial

Thanks for letting us know how you're getting on - well done! The sign that a habit is truly ingrained is when something throws you off of it temporarily, like getting sick, and then you get right back into it afterwards. :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Nov 18, 2023 6:02 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

I can totally relate to that, Ellis...for me that food is potato chips... :oops:

I just started a new job this week, so it's been a challenge to adjust to the new routine, also with regards to my meals...
by Amy3010
Sat Nov 18, 2023 5:58 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amerie's Check In
Replies: 40
Views: 23880

Re: Amerie's Check In

Well done on getting back on track - slip ups are inevitable, it's how you manage to get back on track that is more important for the long term. :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Wed Nov 15, 2023 5:49 am
Forum: No S Diet Testimonials (aka "yearly check in")
Topic: KCCC's Yearly Check In (was 2012 Check In)
Replies: 28
Views: 69043

Re: KCCC's Yearly Check In (was 2012 Check In)

Great to hear from you and how No-S continues to support your health and well-being! And how simple it is to intervene when you notice habit drift sneaking in... And how cool that you have taken up aerial sports! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Nov 11, 2023 6:38 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

That really is progress, to be able to have that kind of consistency, not having to white knuckle every single minute of the day, and still have space for your inner party girl to cut loose and celebrate from time to time! :mrgreen: Have a great weekend!
by Amy3010
Sat Nov 11, 2023 6:32 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, WIN! :D Yes, it is a balancing act, isn't it? In some circumstances, food really does express love and care. Have a good weekend! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sun Nov 05, 2023 7:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Soprano
Replies: 338
Views: 547993

Re: Soprano

Great to hear that! Well done! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sun Nov 05, 2023 7:53 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

Maintenance in spite of some challenges along the way - this is what we all aspire to, I think! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sun Nov 05, 2023 7:51 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Ellis tries again!
Replies: 76
Views: 58162

Re: Ellis tries again!

It sounds like you have gained some peace about your process - wonderful to hear how happy you are with your progress! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sun Nov 05, 2023 7:49 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amerie's Check In
Replies: 40
Views: 23880

Re: Amerie's Check In

Wishing you continued stability and staying on track! Wonderful that you are able to focus on how you are feeling instead of just the scale!
by Amy3010
Wed Nov 01, 2023 5:50 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Aww, thanks Amerie! The 30th isn't my birthday but the 20th is, so you're not too far off - thank you for the good wishes :D :mrgreen: 3010 is actually my postal code :lol: Today is an S day here - All Saints Day - as usual we visit my in-laws and there is always a piece of MIL's sponge cake... Talk...
by Amy3010
Fri Oct 27, 2023 7:16 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amerie's Check In
Replies: 40
Views: 23880

Re: Amerie's Check In

Nice! Enjoy your vacation! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Fri Oct 27, 2023 7:14 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Soprano
Replies: 338
Views: 547993

Re: Soprano

Wow, well done on getting to the gym before work! Fingers crossed your new exercise routine also has a positive impact on your mood - hang in there!
by Amy3010
Mon Oct 23, 2023 5:41 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amerie's Check In
Replies: 40
Views: 23880

Re: Amerie's Check In

Better sleep is a huge benefit and is on my list of why I keep doing this, too! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Mon Oct 23, 2023 5:39 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Looks like a solid week - well done! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Fri Oct 20, 2023 6:08 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amerie's Check In
Replies: 40
Views: 23880

Re: Amerie's Check In

Doesn't sound crazy at all - I think the majority of us here have some modifications we apply to help No-S fit into our lifestyle more easily! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Fri Oct 20, 2023 6:01 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: a kind of anniversary, 15 years
Replies: 5
Views: 7745

Re: a kind of anniversary, 15 years

Congratulations, Oolala! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Mon Oct 16, 2023 6:11 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amerie's Check In
Replies: 40
Views: 23880

Re: Amerie's Check In

Hi Amerie, well done on sticking to No-S for the past 18 days and seeing a good drop in weight! I think mixed feelings are very understandable at this phase. I don't think you need to ban your scale, but perhaps it would help to make a list of all the additional benefits to following No-S, so you ar...
by Amy3010
Tue Oct 03, 2023 5:49 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Nettee’s 3 week push
Replies: 18
Views: 5842

Re: Nettee’s 3 week push

Hi Nettee, welcome back! I have been using the HabitCal here on the NoS website for years. Good luck with getting to where you want to be for your race!
by Amy3010
Sat Sep 16, 2023 4:41 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Two full weeks to go to turn it around - you got this! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Sep 09, 2023 5:26 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Yeah, it's not what you'd expect but a nice side effect, right? :D
by Amy3010
Fri Sep 08, 2023 5:34 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

Oh wow! Ok, well, lesson learned :wink:
by Amy3010
Thu Sep 07, 2023 6:57 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

How nice to get plants as a reward for your volunteer work! :D

Hopefully the members of the walking group didn't have too much trouble with the little bit of extra distance?
by Amy3010
Thu Sep 07, 2023 6:56 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, Ladybird! :D
by Amy3010
Thu Sep 07, 2023 6:55 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

It sounds like things are going well - keep up the great vibe you have going! :mrgreen: I had an experience very similar to what you had with your last hike, after I started really doing resistance training - we were on vacation in Norway and were doing a hike up to a glacier, whereby you had to pul...
by Amy3010
Mon Aug 28, 2023 5:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, WIN! Yes, I am back to usual programming with No-S and reasonable plates. Reflecting on FMD and previous 5:2 fasting I did, I think one of the biggest benefits is the way this kind of short term fasting seems to reset my appetite to being satisfied with a bit less. It feels very similar to h...
by Amy3010
Mon Aug 28, 2023 5:45 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Fridays can really do that - so easy to get in that celebratory frame of mind! Good luck with making this week green - that is what I am going for, too! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 24, 2023 6:20 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Ellis tries again!
Replies: 76
Views: 58162

Re: Ellis tries again!

I am glad to hear the pens and the Fitbit are working well for you! It is great you can access the info you need to tweak your meals and figure out what works best for you, but I can see how needing to focus on your food intake for health reasons could contribute to eating problems. It sounds like y...
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 24, 2023 6:14 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

Glad to hear you're feeling better! It sounds like, despite your busy schedule, you've been able to keep the good habits you worked hard to establish, that in and of itself is a huge accomplishment. And well done on starting to lift weights - I agree with you 100% that this is so important as we get...
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 24, 2023 6:04 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks for the encouragement, Pink, Ellis and Soprano! :mrgreen: Day 5 felt hard towards the end, I had no energy yesterday evening. I think also because we went for a bike ride and it was hot and I think it took a lot out of me in combination with the low calories. But I stuck to it, I didn't want ...
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 24, 2023 5:53 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: New here…
Replies: 11
Views: 11066

Re: New here…

Welcome! There are definitely a small core of us still active on the board. I hear your frustration and fear about gaining... You've done No-S before and probably know how it feels to be in a good habit groove. I hope you get to a place of peace around food and weight! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 23, 2023 5:37 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Day 4 done - today is the last day and I am not going to lie, a slice of bread sounds really good right now! :wink: But this has gone much better than I expected. I am eating yummy meals with whole foods I enjoy. I have not felt overly hungry at all. I am roughly following a DIY version of FMD with ...
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 23, 2023 5:25 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Looking nice and green! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Tue Aug 22, 2023 5:21 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Day 3 done and dusted. Not feeling very hungry at all and I have been sleeping well. Two more days to go!
by Amy3010
Mon Aug 21, 2023 5:35 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Two days in on FMD and it is going well. The meals I am making are really delicious - it feels like a lot of food and is surprisingly satiating. Three more days to go. :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 19, 2023 6:22 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, WIN! :mrgreen: I am starting an FMD (Fasting Mimicking Diet) five day plan today. It feels a bit scary to think about eating such limited food for five days but the DIY plan I am going to use (Robin Murphy's) is all based on whole healthy foods and is mostly stuff I eat anyway, which appeale...
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 19, 2023 6:02 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: oolala53
Replies: 2363
Views: 2719786

Re: oolala53

What FMP protocol did you do? I'd love to hear about your experience with it! I am planning to do a DIY version starting today. I hear you on becoming a food curmudgeon - my hand is raised in solidarity. I find most food outside of my own home and my own preparation just not worth it most of the tim...
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 19, 2023 6:00 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Hope Friday went well! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 19, 2023 5:59 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Deb's daily check in
Replies: 104
Views: 194060

Re: Deb's daily check in

Oh, wow, Deb, that sounds really tough...and yet, you are able to see some positive aspects in your current situation, which is admirable. I do hope things improve for you soon, but in the meantime, hang in there!
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 19, 2023 5:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Sammy's Daily Check In
Replies: 136
Views: 171893

Re: Sammy's Daily Check In

Welcome back, Sammy! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 19, 2023 5:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: The Daily Dandelion
Replies: 504
Views: 698408

Re: The Daily Dandelion

Welcome back, Dandelion - I hope you find the simplicity you are seeking - so sorry to hear you've had a rough year.
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 17, 2023 5:26 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

I definitely notice that lack of sleep really does increase hunger and decreases self discipline! So, while it may not be an "excuse" it certainly is an explanation. Hang in there!
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 16, 2023 6:07 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Was a holiday here yesterday, we had a big party at my sister-in-law's, which always translates into a bit of a wild S-day. Time to reign things in and go for green for the rest of the week. :mrgreen: One of the things that really helps me is planning out what I am going to eat ahead of time in the ...
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 16, 2023 6:00 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

I think it really helps to see it as a practice, as Ladybird says - something you are working on getting better at. Hang in there!
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 16, 2023 5:58 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

Hope you're feeling better soon!
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 12, 2023 6:44 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

Glad posting helped you feel better! Sounds like you had a great hike. I had to google wattles, wow! Must be impressive to see in full bloom! :D
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 09, 2023 6:02 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Hi WIN! It is definitely an effective tool, but that is not to say that I am perfect at No-S, not by any means! I have red days every single week. But I know if I hadn't been here working on this the past ten years or so, I would still have a BMI of 30 (or probably higher by now), because I would pr...
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 09, 2023 5:36 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

When we are struggling is when we are most deserving of support, WIN! It sounds like your body's survival instincts took over - and there is very little one can do when that kicks in. Like Soprano said, learn from it for the future. And keep going! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Tue Aug 08, 2023 5:55 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks Oolala and Ladybird! I like the idea of "never give into a craving". :mrgreen: A big part of what we have been working on all these years is weakening the link between eating certain things and a perceived emotional comfort. And every time we can stop ourselves from giving in to the craving, ...
by Amy3010
Tue Aug 08, 2023 5:52 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

I'm sorry you've been feeling bad! Thanks so much for being willing to share your insights with us, I think it is enormously helpful to get a peek into how you deal with emotions without using food to numb them. Not only how you do it, but also that it is possible! I hope you're feeling better about...
by Amy3010
Sun Aug 06, 2023 6:01 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Ellis tries again!
Replies: 76
Views: 58162

Re: Ellis tries again!

Happy belated birthday! It sounds so challenging to figure out what works best for you in balancing your blood sugar, good on you for putting in all the effort to figure it out. And enjoy the Fitbit!
by Amy3010
Sun Aug 06, 2023 5:57 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Giving in leads to giving up, in the end, doesn't it? And I never want to go back to how I was, or become who I would have become had I not changed my habits. I see people my age and older around me who are physically impaired because of lifestyle factors, and I feel bad for them, but do not want to...
by Amy3010
Sun Aug 06, 2023 5:48 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: ladybird's check in
Replies: 681
Views: 998063

Re: ladybird's check in

The functional motivation of wanting to be able to keep doing your long hikes is so powerful! It's great to hear how you've managed to put different puzzle pieces together to get where you want to be. :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sun Aug 06, 2023 5:41 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: oolala53
Replies: 2363
Views: 2719786

Re: oolala53

And that trend has become the norm here in Europe, as well, as I am sure you will observe when you are here. Over the past 34 years living here, it is striking how overweight and obesity have become more prevalent, as the food culture has become more and more Americanized. Wishing you a safe journey...
by Amy3010
Sun Aug 06, 2023 5:35 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Soprano
Replies: 338
Views: 547993

Re: Soprano

Good luck with the monitor!
by Amy3010
Sun Aug 06, 2023 5:33 am
Forum: No S Diet Testimonials (aka "yearly check in")
Topic: Fourteenth year
Replies: 9
Views: 10802

Re: Fourteenth year

Well done, Dave - it's always so nice to hear how you're doing! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 05, 2023 6:21 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Good on you, WIN, for being honest with yourself and more consistent this week. Nope, indulgences are not free, but our brain sometimes tries to trick us into believing this and rationalizing our overeating away. Enjoy your weekend!
by Amy3010
Sat Aug 05, 2023 6:17 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, WIN! Phew, got things back under control. :mrgreen:

I gave myself a good talking to. The thing I always try to remind myself, when having an urge to overeat, is to ask myself how I will feel about this tomorrow. But sometimes hard to remember that in the heat of an urge.
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 03, 2023 8:10 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

I guess we can't rush feeling better, the body needs the time it needs. And reduced appetite is a big part of that. Sometimes I wish I could keep my "sick" appetite around for a while.
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 03, 2023 8:07 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Keep up the good momentum you've got going! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Thu Aug 03, 2023 8:06 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks, Pink! The housewarming was fun but the virtual plating threw me off my game and I have to mark a red. Onward and upward towards green today.
by Amy3010
Wed Aug 02, 2023 6:54 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Yesterday was green! :mrgreen:

I am going for another green day today. Will have to do some virtual plating as I have a housewarming to go to this evening.
by Amy3010
Tue Aug 01, 2023 7:21 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

You've made a good start - keep on going! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Tue Aug 01, 2023 7:20 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Thanks so much, WIN! :mrgreen: Once a month I do a night shift for my volunteer work, and the day after I am very tired and end up overeating, not so much out of hunger, but just because I am so loopy from not having slept, and often count it as a Non Weekend S Day. I had my night shift for July las...
by Amy3010
Tue Aug 01, 2023 7:20 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

So sorry to hear you were so sick! But glad to hear you're doing better now. Yes, appetite really does change with an illness. Hope you get back to feeling yourself again soon!
by Amy3010
Tue Aug 01, 2023 7:18 am
Forum: No S Diet Testimonials (aka "yearly check in")
Topic: 3 Year Check-In
Replies: 16
Views: 11161

Re: 3 Year Check-In

Welcome back and wishing you strength moving forward with your habits!
by Amy3010
Fri Jul 28, 2023 5:15 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Hang in there!
by Amy3010
Thu Jul 27, 2023 5:46 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Simmstone's 'Obsessive Moderation'
Replies: 188
Views: 322481

Re: Simmstone's 'Obsessive Moderation'

Welcome back, Simmstone! :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Thu Jul 27, 2023 5:44 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Hi WIN! I think there is something about sticking to this longer term, it becomes ingrained, even when I'm not doing it perfectly it is still my framework. I still struggle with bouts of overeating (stress, celebratory eating, and being out of my routine all trip me up sometimes!) and have to mark l...
by Amy3010
Thu Jul 27, 2023 5:28 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

Welcome back and hopefully marking those reds will enable you to move on and finish the rest of the week out green. :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Wed Jul 26, 2023 6:15 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

I agree, Monday really is the hardest day of the week! Good on you for recognizing that and being mindful about it.
by Amy3010
Sat Jul 22, 2023 5:16 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

Sounds like a tough day - I hope your daughter gets through Covid without too much trouble!
by Amy3010
Thu Jul 20, 2023 5:42 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

Hi Pink, Hi Lady! I think what you both point out is crucial - this is a practice we get better at over the longer term! And it is only by consistent practice, allowing ourselves to find the balance that works for us individually, that we get to a place where we mainly feel good about our food habit...
by Amy3010
Thu Jul 20, 2023 5:38 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Pinkhippies daily check in
Replies: 978
Views: 997076

Re: Pinkhippies daily check in

What a nice feeling to be able to say you don't eat sweets on weekdays and that you don't have to finish a meal if you're not hungry, and then really follow through on both with action. :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Tue Jul 18, 2023 6:25 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Amy's Checking In Again
Replies: 151
Views: 104562

Re: Amy's Checking In Again

It is so nice that the boards are nice and active lately! :mrgreen: Welcome welcome to new folks and those of us who have been around the block once or twice or a few times here :wink: Having been hanging around here for a while myself, I can say that No-S is the only thing that gives me sanity and ...
by Amy3010
Thu Jul 13, 2023 6:57 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: WINhappy's Check-in Thread
Replies: 142
Views: 160034

Re: WINhappy's Check-in Thread

The ups and downs are quite normal and good job on really savoring a wonderfully green day. I think giving ourselves positive reinforcement on our really good days helps a lot in gradually achieving more of them :mrgreen:
by Amy3010
Wed Jul 12, 2023 5:58 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Ellis tries again!
Replies: 76
Views: 58162

Re: Ellis tries again!

Good luck with the insulin pump!