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by MaggieMae
Tue Nov 02, 2021 12:28 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Retiring Bulletin board?
Replies: 36
Views: 41080

Re: Retiring Bulletin board?

I understand your decision, Reinhard. I hope you can keep it read only. I haven't been super active on here lately but I have enjoyed popping in from time to time to see what everyone is up to. I am in the no s Facebook group and like it. Hope everyone here goes over there. Thanks for everything you...
by MaggieMae
Tue Dec 22, 2020 12:08 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Hi, Automatedeating! Thanks for your encouragement!
by MaggieMae
Sun Dec 20, 2020 4:49 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Thank you, Jen! I'm glad to hear you're finding what works for you. Yes, i tried low carb and keto several times this year....just like I do every year. I must've done it wrong last time,right? Lol. Nope. Every time, it leaves me feeling depressed and awful. My body likes carbs,too. I am a sweet add...
by MaggieMae
Sun Dec 20, 2020 12:31 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Thanks, soprano! I have read the intuitive eating book and I've done 16:8 IF off and on over the years. I found it easy, but never had any weight loss. I believe I am carb addicted. I will look into other resources along with No S to try to help me fix my relationship with food. You're right. I've j...
by MaggieMae
Sun Dec 20, 2020 2:52 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Thank you, pink hippie! I appreciate you stopping by and always giving me encouragement!
by MaggieMae
Sun Dec 20, 2020 12:53 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Well, here I am. Five years after starting this thread. I believe I started trying to lose weight 5 years ago, weighing in at 193. Now I fluctuate between 212 and 215. I have dieted myself up 20 pounds heavier. My mom basically begged me to lose weight a few weeks ago and I was doing great tracking ...
by MaggieMae
Wed Jul 01, 2020 1:24 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Hi, pink hippie! Thanks!
by MaggieMae
Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:21 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Well it's been a while. Just wanted to drop in. I like going back and reading past entries. It's kind of like a diary for me. I've started a new med for my MS. I'm still walking and working, though only a few days a month. Due to my medication lowering my immune system and this whole covid thing, i ...
by MaggieMae
Fri Oct 18, 2019 10:25 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Well, my first week back on No S has been a success. Not perfect, but a success. :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :oops: :mrgreen: Other than sharing a piece of cake with my family at dinner last night, I have not had snacks or desserts, which is unbelievable for me! My mods are #1: that I can have sod...
by MaggieMae
Fri Oct 18, 2019 2:40 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Thanks for the tip! I love coffee with milk so that would be awesome. I did great yesterday. I had to sit on my hands from 3 o'clock til dinner. Wanted to eat so badly. Ended up eating out at a restaurant where we always share a dessert. I could've resisted but didnt. The three of us shared a piece ...
by MaggieMae
Wed Oct 16, 2019 2:39 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Monday and Tuesday were green days! 3:30 was hard....wanted to reach for a snack out of habit and boredom. Not working this week, so that helps keep structure, even if snacks are just a few steps away at all times. Looking forward to Saturday. Going to a birthday party, so can eat cake and ice cream...
by MaggieMae
Mon Oct 14, 2019 11:08 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Thank you, lpearlmom! I appreciate that. I never feel like I'm doing this parenting thing correcrly! Kids should definitely come with owners manuals! 😂
by MaggieMae
Sun Oct 13, 2019 7:59 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Thanks, automated eating!!! Glad to see you're still around! Yes, here's to a few months of green days!
by MaggieMae
Sun Oct 13, 2019 12:28 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Re: Maggie Mae's daily check in

Wow, has it been a year since I last posted?? Time goes so fast! I have been trying to take a break from dieting this year. My weight fluctuates from 209-214, so not really a lot of weight gain, which is good. Here and there I have dabbled in the usual culprits....keto, calorie couting, even no s, b...
by MaggieMae
Mon Apr 01, 2019 9:39 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: April Challenge
Replies: 4
Views: 12522

Re: April Challenge

Haven't participated in a monthly challenge in a long time,but I need the accountability. Here goes! 4/1. t aking an s event for a pre planned dinner , but rest of day will keep green. 4/2- 👎travel day and long work day. Gave in on way home and had a candy bar. 4/3- 👎high anxiety due to son's school...
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 30, 2019 10:24 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Restarting and timing
Replies: 16
Views: 29824

Re: Restarting and timing

Trac77, I could have written this post myself! Well, except for the cancer.... Way to go on beating it! I know fighting breast cancer is a beast. As far as waiting to start until after your trip, maybe let this week be a " practice week". Try to get in the habit, but don't beat yourself up. That's w...
by MaggieMae
Sun Dec 02, 2018 2:55 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Why did you leave? Why are you back?
Replies: 273
Views: 413464

Wow, jinji! That's quite the testimony for no s! Congrats on getting the blood sugar level under control! Just looked at your stats.... We're similar in height and age, and I am so happy for you that your bmi is also down along with your blood sugar. Amazing! I am encouraged by your success.
by MaggieMae
Sun Dec 02, 2018 11:57 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: December challenge
Replies: 16
Views: 28729

Fridays and Saturdays will be my S days, due to my son not having school on Fridays and we sometimes like to grab a cupcake together at a bakery. I have NWS days on the10th and 24. I also have a gathering this Thursday in the evening so will make that an s event. I might even keep it green if the de...
by MaggieMae
Fri Nov 30, 2018 8:12 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Stability of No S: No power, no exercise & no S
Replies: 5
Views: 12700

Well said, Traci! Thanks for sharing! I needed that reminder, as emotional eating is my big problem and I need to be more strict with the habit.
by MaggieMae
Thu Nov 29, 2018 12:56 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Habit Poem
Replies: 2
Views: 8028

That's great! I like the part about show me how you want something done and I'll do it automatically.
by MaggieMae
Wed Nov 28, 2018 10:46 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Do you have a favorite coffee?
Replies: 18
Views: 32812

I've tried many k cups and the one I like best is McCafe breakfast blend. Its a light roast. I like it with just a splash of cream. Two cups a day and then in the evening, sometimes I'll have a green mountain half caff k cup. I can't stand decaf so this is acceptable and at least less caffeine that ...
by MaggieMae
Wed Nov 28, 2018 10:39 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 146021

Way to go on losing17 pounds jenji! That's awesome! I have been missing from the forum, trying to escape diet mentality. I realized my disordered eating and thoughts were deeper than I thought and even the sane rules of no S were causing me some issues so I have been working on just trying to love m...
by MaggieMae
Sun Oct 21, 2018 2:57 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 146021

I am still on board, EP! Haven't been faithful the whole time, but trying to get strict now so I don't go completely off the rails during the holidays!
by MaggieMae
Tue Oct 16, 2018 5:40 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: done bingeing...!
Replies: 10
Views: 19692

[quote="lbb (Liz) “Normal†as in not measured or weighed or counted. I just put food on a plate that looked good and ate it. [/quote]

Love this!
by MaggieMae
Mon Oct 15, 2018 8:39 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: done bingeing...!
Replies: 10
Views: 19692

Best of luck, Liz! Like ladybird said, I also do better keeping to three meals on weekends, but allowing a sweet treat like dessert.
by MaggieMae
Mon Sep 24, 2018 6:13 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Hello *waves*
Replies: 18
Views: 28342

Hello, muddy hoof! .Welcome! I am also 41 and have tried every diet under the sun. I am like you when it comes to willpower. You will find lots of support and great advice on this board so even if you mess up and have a red day just mark it and move on. That's what I'm trying to do! Let's support ea...
by MaggieMae
Fri Sep 21, 2018 11:01 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Farewell!
Replies: 4
Views: 11265

Reneew, sorry to hear about all your health issues! That must've been scary! I'm so happy that you've found something that works for you! Best of luck!
by MaggieMae
Wed Sep 19, 2018 9:30 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Laura Hunt
Replies: 3
Views: 9474

Welcome, mysterious Laura!
by MaggieMae
Mon Sep 17, 2018 9:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

.Thanks for the encouragement! For both the no s habits and also for the homeschooling. So many people look at you like you have five heads When you mention homeschooling. Everyone involved with my son At the Autism Center and for his IEP in the school system. They all have their opinions and none o...
by MaggieMae
Mon Sep 17, 2018 8:55 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: September 2018 challenge
Replies: 8
Views: 16691

Need the accountability, so jumping in late. :)
Due to my schedule, my S days are Friday and Saturday.

Starting on Sunday, September16:
:mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :oops: :mrgreen: 8)
:oops: :oops: :oops: :mrgreen:
by MaggieMae
Sat Sep 15, 2018 7:19 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Wow, has is it really been almost four months since I posted here?! Well, I'm still struggling with emotional eating. My son has completed four weeks of kindergarten and it has been a struggle. He's so brave and works so hard but having autism and trying to adjust has been hard. When my baby is in c...
by MaggieMae
Tue Sep 11, 2018 5:49 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 'Our intestines aren't supposed to work 17 hours a day'
Replies: 6
Views: 15495

Thanks for sharing! ..During the month of August I fasted 18 or 19 hours every day. I didn't lose any weight but I did feel like I gave my body a much-needed break. Our bodies do need a break from digesting food so that it can do other things like heal and detoxify. Love this article! I do follow so...
by MaggieMae
Thu Aug 30, 2018 11:54 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Imagine....
Replies: 4
Views: 11983

That's awesome , Zippadee! I wish my mind could let go of all those things. Maybe someday.
by MaggieMae
Thu Aug 30, 2018 11:54 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Imagine....
Replies: 4
Views: 11983

That's awesome , Zippadee! I wish my mind could let go of all those things. Maybe someday.
by MaggieMae
Mon Jun 18, 2018 4:02 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: resources that support No S
Replies: 42
Views: 49880

Sorry I just saw this oolala! I didn't realize that the article didn't attach to my post. I will try to find it. By the way, one of the reasons that I haven't been on here lately is something so stupid. On my new cell phone, when I double tap the Forum to make it bigger it still is so tiny that I ca...
by MaggieMae
Mon Jun 18, 2018 12:07 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Lunch in Paris (but no snacks) by Elizabeth Bard
Replies: 14
Views: 24785

I love this, Sharon! Thanks for posting! I am fascinated about how these naturally thin cultures eat , especially the French.
by MaggieMae
Sun Jun 17, 2018 11:21 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 146021

Checking in! I keep saying I'm going to get back into the monthly challenges but never do. Been doing too mch emotional eating! Boooo! Not giving up. I'm trying to stop watching and reading about diets but it is truly an addiction! The past week I've been doing better though.
by MaggieMae
Mon May 28, 2018 9:09 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Thank you, Octavia and oolala! We've had good health during the month of May. End of school business is done and even went on a family vacation for a week. I have not been tracking or really even whole heartedly trying to stick to NOS lately. BUT, I've been making slow changes. I've gotten very good...
by MaggieMae
Sat Apr 14, 2018 7:01 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Been M.I.A. on here. My son has been very sick. Pneumonia, flu,ear infections. I haven't been tracking per se but have cut sugar almost out entirely. Even on weekends. Once I did that, I noticed my appetite has kind of regulated itself. I've had the flu this week so not eating much anyway. I have lo...
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 24, 2018 10:48 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: resources that support No S
Replies: 42
Views: 49880

I don't think I've seen this article in here yet. I love it. It's by a lady who traveled to Italy and she talks about differences between the Italian and American eating habits. Makes me want to visit Italy and learn their ways. :D
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 24, 2018 10:20 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: resources that support No S
Replies: 42
Views: 49880

Thanks to those of you who have shared here! It feeds my need to read/ watch " diet " stuff but without making me want to try something new and shiny. I love reading articles about the French eating habits and loved the book French women don't get fat. I sometimes go to YouTube and search '1950's nu...
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 24, 2018 10:01 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Good advice oolala! I just need to want it badly eniugh to put off the urge until mealtime. Thanks for sharing, Dalia! That's an amazing testimonial! I will keep working on putting off the reward until it's proper time. Yesterday( Friday) was a red day. I'm noticing the trend of when I cave in the a...
by MaggieMae
Fri Mar 23, 2018 1:03 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Red day. Schedule was completely off with some surprises thrown in. Still no excuse. Thanks for the input oolala, jenji and Dalia! I will keep those things in mind and think about them when those feelings hit. it sounds like you three have conquered these feelings with NO S? Still have that desire t...
by MaggieMae
Wed Mar 21, 2018 10:06 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Green day! It was a challenge. I have such a desire to eat constantly. Sometimes I feel like a shark who has just smelled fresh blood...like I want to eat everything in sight. It's not hunger. It's just this very strong urge. Very hard to ignore. Oh I'm hoping that this feeling goes away eventually.
by MaggieMae
Tue Mar 20, 2018 7:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

..Yesterday was my S Day Because I had an event yesterday evening and I did not want to have it back to back With an S day today. But none of that matters because today is red anyway. I am marking it and moving on. I think it was just out of rebellion. I was in control and I had control over whether...
by MaggieMae
Mon Mar 19, 2018 12:35 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Cedar checking in again
Replies: 10
Views: 15109

Glad you're back, cedar! I too had wandered off again. Lol.Started back last week myself. Your meals sound so small and healthy. I still have some pretty calorie dense plates. I didn't snack yesterday and it was the best S day I've ever had. I had a dessert with lunch at my mom's house but other tha...
by MaggieMae
Mon Mar 19, 2018 12:24 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Octavia is finally checking in!
Replies: 859
Views: 1016798

That tea sounds sooo tempting. Lol. I've never been a big fan of tea but I can tolerate peppermint tea or cinnamon apple tea. The problem is I drank so much of it when I hadthe flu a few months ago that I now cant stand the thought!
by MaggieMae
Mon Mar 19, 2018 12:18 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Green day! Oolala and Octavia... you two have no idea what your words mean to me tonight. I so appreciate you both taking time to offer encouragement. I will definitely make a list of things I want to achieve to keep me motivated. I'll put it on here. I'll put some thought into it. ( picturing Winni...
by MaggieMae
Mon Mar 19, 2018 12:00 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: No S’s
Replies: 11
Views: 21037

Way to go Anne! Thanks for the tips too. I admit I used to be an idiot on. every S day but this past week I'm finally getting it right. Hope I can have your successs someday!
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 17, 2018 11:34 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Had a very tame S day. I learned from my s day on Tuesday that overeating just because I can is not fun. Leaves me feeling stuffed and bloated. I have been battling a mid life crisis the past month. Probably a combination of seasonal affective disorder and this unending winter weather mixed in too. ...
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 17, 2018 11:22 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Octavia is finally checking in!
Replies: 859
Views: 1016798

Octavia, I just caught up on your thread and we have soooo much in common! I'm doing better this time because I'm not worried about weight loss. Your first post about finding weight loss being like finding a unicorn cracked me up! That's how I feel. My son also suffers from insomnia, and he's5 years...
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 17, 2018 12:47 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Green! Looking forward to an S day tomorrow. Very tired tonight and really had to white knuckle it but it's almost bedtime.
by MaggieMae
Thu Mar 15, 2018 11:11 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Green! Yeah! Haha Weighed myself this morning and was up from 208 to 211. Normally this would've caused a tailspin and a day of emotional eating. You know how it goes.... why bother?! I have been doing good and gained anyway. Well, something must be clicking this time. I'm bracing myself for when I ...
by MaggieMae
Wed Mar 14, 2018 10:20 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Thank you oolala for stopping by! I always appreciate your wisdom and encouragement. Today was as green day. Started off really bad due to my son having a rough morning and I told myself that I could either fall back into old habits or I could stick to my three meals and have a green day. I can't be...
by MaggieMae
Wed Mar 14, 2018 10:12 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Trying to start No-S. I think I need some support..
Replies: 10
Views: 18464

Welcome, Anneke! I have made many ' false starts' but the important thing is to just keep at it. Lets support each other. Everyone on here is wonderful. Have you started a daily check in thread? IT has been helpful for me to track things and to see what makes me go off plan and remind myself how bad...
by MaggieMae
Tue Mar 13, 2018 7:41 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Thanks, Octavia! Today was an S day for me. Now I only have to get through three n days until Saturday!
by MaggieMae
Mon Mar 12, 2018 10:08 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: March Challenge
Replies: 26
Views: 34072

I'm late to the party! My S days this month are Saturdays and Tuesday's due to work travel schedule.

Starting Sunday11th:
:mrgreen: :mrgreen: 8) :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: 8)
:mrgreen: 8) :oops: :mrgreen: :oops: :oops: 8)
by MaggieMae
Mon Mar 12, 2018 10:05 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Thank you! It's good to be back! Today was green! Tomorrow is my S day. Can't wait.
by MaggieMae
Sun Mar 11, 2018 10:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

So, my S days will be SAturday and Tuesday for now. Sundays have usually been green for me and I travel alot on tuesdays for work so eating is more difficult to plan out. Today was GREEN !!!! My goal for the rest of the month is to get back to tracking consistently. I did great Friday and today by t...
by MaggieMae
Sun Mar 11, 2018 10:40 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Hi - An Update!
Replies: 13
Views: 22781

THis is wonderful news, Anne! I wish you all the best. I recently came off anti-anxiety/depression meds. It was so hard to come off of them! But now I feel like a fog has been lifted. I'm definitely more active without thinking about it. Hey, if you run out of ironing, come on over to Ohio! :lol: Yo...
by MaggieMae
Sat Mar 10, 2018 12:30 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Maggie Mae's daily check in
Replies: 316
Views: 308001

Wow, so it's been almost a year since I've posted!? Trying to get back on habit and thought I'd start checking in. Just read over my thread. It was painful reliving some of the things I wrote about. Since my last post, my parents separated, my mom nearly had a breakdown and said she didn't want to w...
by MaggieMae
Fri Mar 09, 2018 9:29 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 146021

Hi everyone! Just popped in to catch up and see how everyone is doing with the challenge.
I haven't been active a lot lately on here or100% faithful to NO S but not giving up! plugging on. Haha.
by MaggieMae
Fri Mar 09, 2018 7:56 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Good Reminder! I really love this!
Replies: 4
Views: 12403

Zippadee, your post made me cry because it is so beautiful and true. My mom did he opposite of those things and I have struggled with food issues and eating disorders my whole life. So important what we say and do. I have a son who is starting to use he word fat and I'm guessing he heard it from my ...
by MaggieMae
Fri Mar 09, 2018 7:28 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: What did/do you take seconds of?
Replies: 16
Views: 28679

I go back for seconds of starches....especially rice, mashed potatoes or potatoes au gratin. Casseroles are tempting, too! I rarely finish my meat or veggies unless its green beans or salad with a good dressing. I'm a carb junkie!
by MaggieMae
Sun Mar 04, 2018 10:28 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Article "why I never eat between meals"
Replies: 10
Views: 21555

I love this article! Thanks for sharing. I think I've read it somewhere before but needed the reminder!
by MaggieMae
Sun Mar 04, 2018 10:19 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Coffee
Replies: 10
Views: 19693

It was an acquired taste for me. Started when I was dating my husband and we wanted to check out cute coffee shops to have something to do. He's a tea drinker so he would get tea. I don't really enjoy tea. So I eventually tried a cafe mocha which is like hot chocolate with a slight coffee taste. I d...
by MaggieMae
Mon Jan 22, 2018 2:56 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Hi!
Replies: 4
Views: 9096

Welcome Dalia! I'm another one who's tried thousands of diets over the years. Trying to find some " calm" with food , as you said. Best of luck!
by MaggieMae
Mon Jan 22, 2018 2:49 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 3 meals into 4?
Replies: 9
Views: 19153

I second ginger pie!
by MaggieMae
Mon Jan 22, 2018 2:46 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Back... again LOL
Replies: 8
Views: 17809

Farmer Hal, welcome back! I am also a stress eater so I feel your pain. You're right about low carb....it works but about day 5 I always felt like I was to wanted to die. So miserable! Good luck!
by MaggieMae
Wed Jan 17, 2018 12:57 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: January Challenge
Replies: 32
Views: 39197

Just getting started back this week ( 15th)

8) :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :evil: :evil:
by MaggieMae
Mon Jan 15, 2018 2:52 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 146021

Thanks for the advice oolala! I'm going to try to get back on it tomorrow and get those habits back. I'm a stress eater and I need to get it under control.
by MaggieMae
Fri Jan 12, 2018 3:12 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2018 Year Long Challenge
Replies: 129
Views: 146021

I'm so afraid to commit because I was such a failure last year. I haven't even got back on track after the holiday yet. I went shopping tonight and tried on clothes for a trip we'll be going on. You see where this is going don't you. Haha. Skin revealing dresses and sleeveless shirts showing all the...
by MaggieMae
Tue Dec 12, 2017 8:22 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2017 One year No S Challenge
Replies: 425
Views: 576405

Glad you found your way back, Octavia! I've been off the wagon for a while now. I was wanting to get back on track yesterday morning, but my son woke up very sick. I drove downtown to the urgent care at the children's hospital but it was jam packed and my son's sensory overload was in full swing wit...
by MaggieMae
Sun Nov 19, 2017 12:41 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: post horrifying/motivation sugar stats here
Replies: 10
Views: 18197

If I could live on sodas I would. Mtn dew and coke to be exact. My addiction is what keeps me from sticking to diets. I can't seem to live without them. When I want motivation to stop sugar I watch sugar : the bitter truth on YouTube by Dr Robert lustig.
by MaggieMae
Sun Nov 05, 2017 1:01 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Hoping the fourth time's the charm
Replies: 17
Views: 29019

Good luck, lin! Sounds like you've in the right frame of mind. I've tried to do NO S like you did on your first attempt.... Eating fast food or whatever but thinking it wasok because I was technically following the rules. We learn , then pick ourselvrs up and try again.
by MaggieMae
Sun Nov 05, 2017 1:12 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2017 One year No S Challenge
Replies: 425
Views: 576405

Some motivation.... I saw a patient tonight who was discharged from the hospital a few hours ago. In his 60's.He had a pulmonary embolism. Had 8 chest tubes after surgery. The doctor told him if he hadn't been in such good shape be wouldn't have survived. He Said for exercise he chops wood every day...
by MaggieMae
Tue Oct 31, 2017 12:20 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2017 One year No S Challenge
Replies: 425
Views: 576405

You're right,Tobias mom! The year's not over. I remember last year that I actually lost two pounds in December doing no S so if I get back on track now maybe I won't gain over the holidays. I think part of me is afraid to stick to no s because I'll feel like I'm missing out. Not snacking or having m...
by MaggieMae
Tue Oct 31, 2017 12:15 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2017 One year No S Challenge
Replies: 425
Views: 576405

You're right, oolala. I'm embarrassed at how many times you've had to give me a pep talk over the last few years. You're also correct that I'm tired of how overeating makes me feel. I like how you compare following the rules to taking my ' medicine'. Such an easy cure without negative side effects. ...
by MaggieMae
Thu Oct 26, 2017 8:34 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2017 One year No S Challenge
Replies: 425
Views: 576405

Thank you for your kind words, Virginia! I do need to find reasons other than weight loss to make me stick to the program.
by MaggieMae
Wed Oct 25, 2017 11:46 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2017 One year No S Challenge
Replies: 425
Views: 576405

Well, I didn't complete my one year challenge. I would fail and wander off to greener grass. I would fail at that and try no S again. That cycle repeated all summer. I even tried a prescription weight loss pill called contrave. It contained an antidepressant and also the med you would give an alcoho...
by MaggieMae
Mon Sep 04, 2017 10:56 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: 2017 One year No S Challenge
Replies: 425
Views: 576405

Wow, texark...way to go with losing 20 pounds! That's amazing. Keep us posted on the health issues of you are comfortable doing so. I have spent the last 8 months failing, straying, mod'ing but I keep trying. Had a green day today. Vanilla. I realized I was adding mods because I didn't believe I cou...
by MaggieMae
Mon Sep 04, 2017 10:48 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: s day (caused me to lose all progress...discouraged).
Replies: 7
Views: 15296

Lots of things can cause weight fluctuations on the scale, rk. Please don't give up! Just keep going and get those green n days down pat and give it time. :D
by MaggieMae
Mon Aug 07, 2017 2:03 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Restaurant Meals
Replies: 6
Views: 14198

If the restaurant has really great bread, or chips and salsa at a Mexican place, I enjoy them but I never eat all my food on my plate. I almost always leave with a doggy bag to have for lunch the next day. I never order appetizers or dessert just because I know it will make me feel uncomfortably full.
by MaggieMae
Sat Aug 05, 2017 12:32 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: August Challenge
Replies: 13
Views: 23170

Hi, Maggie: I would like to join! I restarted today, so I guess I just start with arrows? :arrow: :arrow: :arrow: Hi bd88! If you don't want to count the last few days,then arrows are fine. I do my calendar as a Sundayt through Saturday on each line. So my first two arrows show that Sunday and Mond...
by MaggieMae
Thu Aug 03, 2017 10:18 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: August Challenge
Replies: 13
Views: 23170

August Challenge

I kept waiting for someone to start but I guess I will. :D I'm excited to get back to tracking on here because I haven't been being accountable.
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by MaggieMae
Sun Jul 30, 2017 2:47 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: July Challenge
Replies: 20
Views: 30261

I hope you enjoyed it! Sounds delicious. 😋
by MaggieMae
Thu Jul 27, 2017 8:28 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: July Challenge
Replies: 20
Views: 30261

I told myself I was going to jump back in and start the July challenge But obviously I did not get started. I'm hoping to get back into the habit For August So that I will have some accountability. I haven't been doing habit calw or the monthly challenges because I thought that that pressure of mark...
by MaggieMae
Thu Jul 27, 2017 8:23 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Robert Lustig
Replies: 2
Views: 7985

I have been a fan of Dr lusting for over a year now. I've watched most of his lectures online. I love his information but roll my eyes when he starts talking all his government regulation and taxation beliefs. He has recently played a roll in getting toys removed from happy meals in his area and he ...
by MaggieMae
Tue Jul 25, 2017 11:45 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Special Day Question - Shake Day At Work
Replies: 5
Views: 12202

Hi and welcome! I think the book says you can have up to two s days a month on top of weekends to use for special days. I'd say its up to you if you think milkshake day is worth using your s day. Personally, milkshakes are my favorite thing so I'd be all over that! Haha. You can also take an S event...
by MaggieMae
Tue Jul 25, 2017 11:28 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Double chin and family misundertanding
Replies: 11
Views: 24421

I know it hurts when your family says something like that, even if it wasn't intentionally hurtful. Some people have chins that aren't well defined even though they aren't overweight. I've seen it run in families. Your BMI is so so healthy! If your chin is bothering you, try using contouring makeup ...
by MaggieMae
Fri Jul 21, 2017 12:36 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: hard truth about intake
Replies: 3
Views: 9014

I agree with you guys. If you eat the way people did a few generations ago. 1500 calories would be enough because you'd be getting those calories from veggies, fruits, meats,etc. not candy bars or fast food. Unfortunately, I grew up eating processed foods and I still eat too much of it. When I was c...
by MaggieMae
Fri Jul 21, 2017 12:09 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Is there any hope left? Eating disorder
Replies: 32
Views: 42575

Thank you so much for sharing with us baby bird. I'm so proud of you for taking the step of seeking help. That's amazing. Please keep us updated on how things go with the ED specialist.
by MaggieMae
Wed Jul 19, 2017 2:47 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: NoS and Binge Eating Disorder
Replies: 23
Views: 43688

I've noticed my desire for sweets has decreased quite a bit. Soda is really the sweet that I desire. It's even gotten to where when I do buy a candy bar , if I'm not truly enjoying it I will eat half and throw the rest away. I think my tastes have changed.... I only want to use my dessert for someth...
by MaggieMae
Wed Jul 19, 2017 1:10 am
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: NoS and Binge Eating Disorder
Replies: 23
Views: 43688

Someone commented today on the article I shared about binge eating disorder ,asking where to read more about our discussion. I'm bumping this up so they can see it. Love that we have this board to talk about this stuff with people who understand. Nobody in my real life knows about my struggles with ...
by MaggieMae
Tue Jul 18, 2017 8:00 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: At my wits end. Is No S my last hope
Replies: 9
Views: 19733

I completely understand what you're saying! I have tried no s many times. I realize now that I have to just brush off the failures and get back to it. I still struggle with the' last supper ' mentality. That's a perfect way to describe it! I get easily lured away by another diet and when I realize I...
by MaggieMae
Tue Jul 18, 2017 1:40 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Ex binge eater on how no snacking helped her recover....
Replies: 17
Views: 32681

Welcome, bosequic! Do you mean more discussion on binge eating? If so, there are several threads on here where some of us have talked more about our experiences. You can scroll through the pages of threads or go up top and use the search box.
by MaggieMae
Mon Jul 17, 2017 11:10 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Hi!
Replies: 9
Views: 18971

Welcome back !
by MaggieMae
Fri Jul 14, 2017 5:01 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: Ex binge eater on how no snacking helped her recover....
Replies: 17
Views: 32681

Ex binge eater on how no snacking helped her recover....

https://www.intuitivebody.com/why-i-nev ... eals-ever/

I stumbled upon this article today and thought some of you would enjoy it.
by MaggieMae
Thu Jul 13, 2017 7:49 pm
Forum: No S Diet General Discussion
Topic: What stopped you from starting?
Replies: 15
Views: 26934

Welcome lady brachiosaur! Love the name. I think you answered the question for me. I am terrified of giving sweets, especially soda. Plus the mentality of " well I'm on a diet so I have to eat only kale and quinoa. " But like Merrie said, I don't want to head down a path of bad health simply because...