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I wonder if I've been using "good health, diet and nutrition" as a distraction from focusing on other aspects of my life with which I'm disatisfied. If I'm busy ready and learning about the effects of sugar on my body, the benefits of exercise or even how to eat only 3 meals per day (that last one i...

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Hi Graham, Nice to see you back. How's the tango going?

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I been checking out sparkpeople as well. I joined a 21 day "get to know SP" challange. I figure by the end of the 21days I'll have a really good idea of all it has to offer and I'll make a decision then about whether to stay or close my account. Right now I much prefer this forum for a variety of re...

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Sigh. . . I suppose your right rawcookie . . . But I do love me some chips.

success -I really have to start making meal plans. It would make my life so much easier.

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it seems to give me kind of a careless attitude toward nutrition. Then it's easier to break one of the NoS habits. Yes, I totally get what you mean. It does seem that my meals should be both healthful and satisfying. Not just satisfying. I have the same reaction to exercise. Good exercise leads to ...

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Are you able to identify why you have the feeling a "red" is creeping up? Perhaps you can plan a strategy if you have an idea of what to expect. Is it because you are alone? Perhaps you can plan to meet someone for your next meal - and then wait for it. Something along those lines.

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No worries. Just mark it as a learning experience. Looking at the bright side, at least you know where to come back to

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Another success My husband had chips right next to me and I didn't reach for one (or two . . . Or three . . . Or the bag) :!: I was conscience of them but not hugely so. In fact, after the first 10-15 seconds I wasn't even really aware of them. I've decided that I'm going to read relevant articles a...

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Sorry you're still hurting. I hope the shot helps and you're back on your feet soon.

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Good job. Just keep at it one day at a time!

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So, I've been checking out sparkpeople but I'm not sure it's for me. It feels very intense and I'm basically a lazy person so there is an inherent disconnect. But, in an attempt to give it a fair try I've started a 21 Day sparkpeople challenge in order to really get to know the site. The challenge c...

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I wonder if it is partly psycological. Before lunch, I'm in a class that moves at a snail's pace and is sooooo boring (I'm a paraeducator at the middle school level) Lunch is a pleasant social event and I'm often hungry even though it is only 4 hours after I've had breakfast. Dinner is a good 6 or 7...

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You're doing a great job of just focusing on the moment. As the holidays approach, you may want to preplan strategies for coping in difficult situations but, I agree, you don't have to worry about that today. Just enjoy your newfound knowledge and keep learning about what is best for you right now E...

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Sonya, I'm glad to see your doing well. Funny, I've been thinking of adding snack-ie food to my lunches as a way to prevent thoughts of "oh, woe is me." I haven't done it yet though because my 12 treat old junk-a-holic watches me pack my lunch and I don't want her to get the idea that she needs "sna...

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So now you know; excess doesn't feel very good nor does it look very dignified.

but now you know how to get yourself to a much more enjoyable place.

The choice is clear isn't it?

Enjoy your 3 meals today.

gingerpie

Is it possible that our bodies get accustomed to waiting -say 5 or 6 hours- and that is why we no longer get as hungry as quickly? I definitely Can go longer between meals than I could a year ago but I still get hungry before lunch even though I have an early lunch. Is it because my body expects to ...

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R.jean, yes it was an s-day but it was bothering me that I didn't really want the sweets and yet I ate them. Oh well, I've done worse. Today was a success it was a little challenging in the evening but I made it through. Of course it helps that there are no chips in the house ;) and now to bed do I'...

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Tomorrow is indeed another day, He-Man

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Welcome back. The no-s way is truly the best!

gingerpie

Congratulations on a hard won victory. You should be very proud. I'm practicing struggling more and giving in less myself so I'm totally impressed. Enjoy the rest of the evening.

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Amazing insight! I'm so glad you were able to find your way over the weekend. Congratulations on your success this weekend - it feels good doesn't it? What is shakeology? I'm imaging two different scenarios in my mind and they're both pretty silly. :lol: Nevermind - I just looked it up - What was in...

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Yes, exactly. Just learn from it and move on. You'll establish your habits during the week that will eventually carry you through the weekend (and the rest of your life

gingerpie

Not bad today although a bit disappointed that I had both an icecream (one scoop with whipped cream and a small amount of chocolate sauce) and 1 Reeses peanut butter cup. Really didn't want either one (which is why I'm disappointed. If I had really wanted them it would be different) but my husband w...

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Hi and welcome. Yes you probably will have a red day but as you already know, you don't need to be perfect to succeed. Think of it this way: when your little guy was learning to walk (Or talk, or anything else) did he do it perfectly the first time? Probably not. Did you tell him to just give up or ...

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It sounds like a lovely weekend. Enjoy the rest of it!

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A fun sized snickers bar. I had dd put everything else in the freezer. She kept 1 thing out for tomorrow.

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Stretching is exercise

hope the bursitis clears up soon.

Welcome back.

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Welcome back. Always glad to see old cyber friends.

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Cookie, I'm in for November and stealing your emoticon method. I feel very inspired, Hope you don't mind. :arrow: 8) :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: 8) 8) :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :oops: 8) 8) :mrgreen: :oops: :mrgreen: :mrgreen: :oops: 8) 8) :mrgreen:

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Just a reminder to all those with extra Halloween candy in the house: :arrow: You're allowed to throw it away! No need to torment yourself with it. And for those of you thinking, "But I'm keeping it for the kids." I ask two questions: 1) Really? 2) Why? Trust me, I've been there. It was incredibly f...

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Halloween went great. Didn't get my Reese's peanut butter cup but I did get a snack size snickers and was totally satisfied. Sooo glad I didn't overdo and then feel icky today. Today is day one of my newly re-committed 21 day Challenge: I'm going to steal Rawcookie's idea and use emoticons. My goal ...

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very cool. I also like the way it looks. . . mine would look a lot different though

I'm thinking about stealing your idea.

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Don't for get you're allowed to throw it away. . . it isn't real food.

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Wow! You should be pleased! I follow a similar glass ceiling plan and love it. I didn't realize until I stopped having a glass of wine every night how much it effected me. I feel much better now and I sleep better as well. (I think my family would also report that I'm overall less grouchy ;) Hope yo...

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Slowly, slowly increasing the level of "vigor" in your day is a great strategy. I went from only being able to run for 15-20 second to being able to run a 5k by slowly increasing my time by seconds per week then later 1minute per week. I'm very proud of that accomplishment! :wink: Can you tell? I'm ...

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Hi Moderate, How did Halloween go for you? My daughter slept over at a friend's so I haven't had my reeses cup yet. :? Something to look forward to today. . Luckily, we live off the road a ways so no one ever comes to our house for trick-or-treat. That means we never need candy in the house other th...

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Heather, my problem time is also after dinner. It Is very frustrating because the rest of the day I'm usually not even tempted any more. Sometimes, I have to resort to going to bed :roll: one of these days I'll be in bed at 6:00. I'm confident though because I've already seen so many positive change...

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I hear ya! Sometimes I just want the experience of eating but I don't really want the food - if that makes any sense. I suppose that's a holdover from the days when I ate for reasons other than hunger. If I lost my appetite as well, I'd complain about it too. I feel like some deep rooted source of j...

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That's why I love no-s. Congratulations.

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congratulations on your victory!

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We went for mexican last night as well. I enjoyed the food but even ordering modestly it felt like a lot of food.

Congrats on your success.

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Catservant- it helps when I take the time to really- really- taste what I'm eating. Most of it isn't all that tasty and I'm often able to spit out the first bite because it's just gross. If I spit it out, I'm sure not going to take a second bite.

Good luck today.

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Somebody already took their unwanted Halloween (non-chocolate) candy to the work lunch-room yesterday. I wonder why they just didn't throw it away. No one really wants it. Not even the folks who eat it.

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Funny this topic came up now. I've only recently embraced the "sometimes" portion of the rules. It makes total sense though. It's a natural extension of the idea of moderation. It also fits historicaly. The reason"special" foods were thought of as special is because they were enjoyed only occasional...

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I never liked candy corn even when I was kid. It's good that you passed on it. Whatever is available tonight will be better I'm sure.

I'm looking forward to one peanut butter cup. I think that, like you, I just don't need as much food anymore. It's kind of disappointing because I like food.

gingerpie

One step/day at a time.

The goal is to do better today than you did yesterday. No need to worry about having "perfect" days. I promise baby steps work as long as you keep at it.

Kind regards

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Went out to dinner tonight. Mostly essed my way through it but I did eat more than I needed. Nothing afterwards though so I'm happy about that. I still feel like I'm moving in the right direction although I've had a couple days of fails. I think I've had a breakthrough of sorts. I was thinking "Boy!...

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Just bumping this up so its easy to find.

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Hi Moderate, I don't think I'd be a very good buddy. My check in habits are very erratic and I'm actually trying to spend less time on a device. Recently, oolala posted a thread called "daily check in" (I can't link to it because I'm on my phone and its a pain to do anything on my phone- sorry) her ...

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This might sound weird but maybe you need more sleep? I only say it because I'm 100% positive that I didn't get enough sleep until my youngest was 12. Raising kids is exhausting! And being exhausted causes us to eat all wonky. Otherwise, congrats on a great success even if it didn't feel much like a...

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Well that was annoying. I spent 20 minutes typing a post on my phone but the phone bugged out just as I was posting and it didn't go through. This is the short version

Today was a success. I think largely because I just wasn't in the mood to feel icky either physically or psychologically.

gingerpie

I hear ya! I've been struggling again as well but when I looked back at my entries it seems I always struggle this time of year. I've started counting the day a "success" if I can get through the evening hours without eating/drinking regardless of what happens the rest of the day. Doesn't matter muc...

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Dismal fail I think I may need to really evaluate why I'm doing this and also evaluate what the payoff is for when I fail. There must be something I'm missing and not addressing but I sure don't know what it is. We'll, Today (or more specifically, tonight) Will be the day I turn the corner! ! " I th...

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I've recently started emphazising the "sometimes" part of the rules. As in, " sometimes on days that start with s" It helps me to remember that I can enjoy treats but I don't need to go overboard. It's a trick that works most of the time.

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We all have days when we revert to old habits. It's good that you recognize how bad it made you feel. Now, just acknowledge the mistake and move on tomorrow (as you have planned) progress not perfection is what your looking for. Good luck. I'll be thinking of you.

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Look for improvement not perfection; be persistent and you'll find your way.

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Welcome to the forum. It's a lovely place to visit.

gingerpie

Welcome to the forum. It's a lovely place to visit.

gingerpie

Hi Sonya, I hope your dinner isn't too, too sparse. Perhaps they look upon dinner as their "heavy' meal of the day and the offering will be a bit more substantial. Otherwise, any chance you can use drinks to help fill you up? Of course, I don't know what they have but I often find milky drink to be ...

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Yes, I think that's true for me as well oolala. I would have kept eating in an attempt to find that "satisfying" combination of taste and texture. Its a huge win that I can now recognize that not all food is satisfying either nutritionally or emotionally and that's okay. Yesterday was an s- day and ...

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And that's what I love about no-s, success can sneak up on you without you even paying that much attention. :wink: Our habits really do make us who were are . . . And not just dietary habits either. Congratulations on your quiet success. Oh, and I love that you have "supper". It brings back memories...

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It's a good feeling when you realize the process really does work. Sounds like you had a wonderfully successful outing. congrats!

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Day 3 success funny business to report: We decided to go to the high school football game last night so dinner was going to be stadium food. I allowed a snack around 6:30 since I knew it was going to be another couple of hours before I ate and lunch was at 11:00 am (I work in a school) in retrospect...

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Day 2: success just a boring old day. Nothing much going on.

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Hi Linda, I'm sorry to hear you are a bit disappointed in the forum. I suppose it is all part of the ebb and flow of life. I know that when I stepped back for a while it seemed to open up time in my life for other pursuits. Perhaps this will give you the time to find those other interests you've bee...

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Congratulations on the 21 days. I'm in awe

you took to no-s like a duck to water

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It's called a "challenge" for a reason, right?

Day 1: success

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Yesterday was a fail weird one too. I could see it coming yet was unable to deflect it. Well, today's another day.

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Back to my old tricks. Chips in the evening but I'm taking it as a win because I really didn't enjoy them or the feeling afterward. I had similar experiences when I went sugar free-ish:first thinking "this is going to taste really good" then a distinct feeling of disappointment in both the taste and...

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Hey everybody! I decided to start posting again. It seems like compliance has been a bit too lax lately so I'm back to tighten up the reins. Overall, things have been going pretty well. I've started a couple volunteer projects that will take up quite a bit of my time so I won't have a lot of free ti...

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Hi linda, I've noticed the mirror vs. photo phenomenon myself. I'm always shocked by how I look in photos. (And not in a good way) I think it is because a mirror reflects what our mind sees and a photo reflects what the photographer sees. Make sure whoever is taking the photo loves you and you'll al...

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You can definitely both refuse a dessert or sweet and be polite. Just accompany each refusal with a genuine expression of appriciation for their generosity. I suppose the notion that we have to accept everything that is offered to us came from a time when folks didn't have much to offer. Consequentl...

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No added sugar is definitely a learning process. I had a piece of chocolate just yesterday and I've been off sugar for years now. (I do eat any naturally occurring sweet food . . . Fruit, dairy etc. Just not man-made sweets) I think the key to managing being around others is to adopt a policy of low...

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How very stressful!! I'm glad you were able to find an alternative to eating. A walk with your little guy sounds perfect.

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Oolala, I have no words of wisdom but I can empathize. I've been noticing myself that I don't always stop eating even after I'm clearly satisfied. It seems to have something to do with wanting the experience to continue. Or possibly just not wanting to be the first one finished. It doesn't happen wh...

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Welcome back and good luck with your plan.

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Linda, I'm glad the 100 Day challenge idea worked out for you. It looks like a great way to establish an exercise habit. Good luck with your facebook/ friendship issues. I don't any good advice but I'm rooting for ya' .

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Amazing isn't it? I'm a bit embarrassed that someone had to tell me how to eat less. But boy! Am I ever glad I listened

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Terrific changes! Congratulations on all the positive changes.

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I wish I could be one of those people who just finds a plans, follows it perfectly, loses weight in record time, and keeps on keeping on. Do they really exist? I always thought they were a myth made up by the diet industry :wink: I see this is going to be work for me. Hard work. In the end I will p...

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Welcome aboard Kit. Good luck with your goals.

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Hi, it's nice to have you with us, regardless of the day

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You're right. No worries. So today was a failed attempt but there is always next week to try again. 8) I find it very helpful to have a plan in place for times when I know or suspect that temptation will be hard to put behind me. If this is a group that eats together often, perhaps you'll have to co...

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If I understand correctly. You are wondering why you have afternoon cravings but not morning cravings? I think a few things may be at play, at least for me, but the biggest is that it is my oldest habit. I've been eating an "after school" snack for nigh on 40 years so I don't find it particularly su...

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Welcome and good luck. This style of eating is sure to bring a lot of insight into your eating habits - and sometimes life habits.

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Welcome back . . . I think? Of course, I'm sure you wish you didn't need to check in again but here you are and I'm glad you knew where to come to.

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Hi, I'm sorry to hear you are feeling so discouraged. I know what a difficult place that can be: wake up every morning full of determination and go to bed every night feeling like a failure. It gets old fast. Anyone just think that they just need to stop and accept themselves as they are? I'd like t...

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Glad to see you doing so well. Good luck with the contest, I
bet your massively proud of yourself - as you should be

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I think I'll jump in this month. I'm trying to move away from thinking about weight loss and into maintenance thinking . . . which I suppose means not thinking about it? :) In any case, I need to tight-up the habits and lose the scale. Day 1: S-day Day 2: S-day Day 3: :mrgreen: Day 4: :mrgreen: Had ...

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I came across this and thought someone might find it interesting/useful. It's an old blog written by John Bingham who started to run in his 40s (I think) but this part of it is nicely focused on anyone wishing to be more active in any way. I think he has a nice non-intimidating style of writing. Enj...

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Hi Linda, I've noticed both you and one other poster have commented on wanting to get into an exercise habit. I happened to come across this idea from John "The Penguin" Bingham and thought it might be helpful. The Penguin's 2015 100 Days Challenge: http://100dayschallenge.org/wp-content/uploads/201...

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Stick to no-s diligently for 6 months and "oh, the places you'll go." For me, success had been about improvement not perfection. Good luck

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Hear, hear! I love a good plan.

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4 postings by "heting" on no-s General discussion.

Thanks

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Hi Heather, I don't have any great ideas . . . Just piping in with some support. Just keep at it making one little changeÂ at a timeÂ and you'll get there in the end. I'm sure of it.

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Did he buy the suite willingly? Mine will buy the first one he sees because he thinks the whole process is idiotic.

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Best of luck to you. Just take care of yourself the best way you can.

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Patience is key

congratulations on a rock solid habit.

gingerpie

Scales are optional :) You can always use other markers. A few ideas: How do your clothes fit Use a tape measure and track inches Note In a journal or log how you feel eather physically or psychologically Is it easier to walk up stairs or otherwise exercise. Do you just feel better? You can use what...

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Thanks I'll check them out. You guessed right: I'm not much of a fantasy/SciFi reader. I tend to get bored with them 1/2 way through

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