I've been lurking here but have decided to introduce myself and become an active part of this wonderful community
.A little history: I have been on diets my entire life, turned 40 this year, work full time,and have two very small children. Dietwise, I've tried everything: low carb, low fat, slim fast, calorie counting, and most recently Weght Watchers. I was successful with WW this year, lost 40 lbs and recently became a lifetime member.
A few weeks ago I went into WW to weigh in after a perfect week of counting points and had gained !
I didn't understand why. Plus I was sick of counting everything that was going in my mouth. I was eating so much cauliflower ( since it had zero points) that my husband told me he couldn't stand it anymore and just wanted me to eat a normal meal.I had tried No S in the past with several false starts but decided to try again a few weeks ago. At first, it was so hard. I was used to constant grazing. I was starving and counting the minutes until meal times, but it got easier every day. I made normal delicious food for my family from real cookbooks . I am learning to enjoy food and tolerate some hunger. I've only had a few S days under my belt and they have been a bit over the top but I'm doing better.
Before I started No S this time, I told myself I just wanted to be free of dieting and the constant worry, guilt, and beating myself up. I decided that if I gained weight on No S, so be it. I just wanted to be free, enjoy my food and enjoy my family while sticking to this plan for life.
This morning, I decided to weigh myself. I was sure I had gained, afterall, I was eating normal ( not diet) food and full plates 3x a day. Well guess what? I hadn't gotten on the scale since that horrible day at WW and I have maintained my weight! I am so excited ! I know I can do this for life. Most importantly, I am free!
I want to wish the No S community a very happy holiday season
Haleybeaa
