Simpless's check-in

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 12:51 pm

Success on my first day (yesterday) back on No-S. I realized how much I had been snacking. Maybe that's why I failed in the past. Hopefully this check-in will help, this forum, and the book when I find it.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 12:58 pm

Welcome! I love this forum, and I hope you will find it very helpful on your moderation journey.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Tue Mar 11, 2014 3:27 pm

Welcome! Looking forward to reading your thread.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 6:53 pm

Thanks for the welcomes! Second day went well except last minute my daughter invited us over for a very healthy dinner and refilled my wine glass. Oops. Other than that "Second", I stuck to No-S but was hungry. I'm not used to that feeling. Today is good so far. Oh, and I found my book

osoniye · Post by **osoniye** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 6:58 pm

Hi and welcome. Usually alcoholic drinks are not counted as "seconds" or not, though there is another everyday system for limiting alcohol consumption. Mostly, for the purposes of the NoS diet, drinks that are not very sweet, are neutral.

mestahl · Post by **mestahl** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 7:50 pm

Welcome - I know what you mean about not being used to feeling hungry. I am working on my second week and it does get easier - I promise.

You are off to a great start!

lpearlmom · Post by **lpearlmom** » Wed Mar 12, 2014 8:07 pm

Hi and welcome! I agree with osoniye A couple glasses of wine, milk or coffee is fine between meals and definitely make it easier to from one meal to the next esp in the beginning.

The hunger for me was pretty brutal in the beginning but now it's just a mild stirring now. Remember it's ok to pile those plates to get you through at first.

Good luck!

Linda

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu Mar 13, 2014 4:16 pm

Thanks for all the encouraging input! Third day was successful. I'm still hungry between meals but either I'm getting used to it or its a little less. I'm trying to drink more water. Some serious family drama is going on right now and I'm very emotional. I'm wondering if some of it could be hunger related.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Fri Mar 14, 2014 12:17 am

Or the other way around.....feeling emotional is making you hungry.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Fri Mar 14, 2014 9:52 am

I did notice for myself that when I eat less I am a bit more emotional and also less grounded. However, once your body gets used to it it normalises completely.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Fri Mar 14, 2014 1:37 pm

Yesterday - success

Automatedeating and Eschano, maybe its both - thanks. Last night's sleep helped. I'm hoping to read some of No S this weekend. I'm a little anxious about S days.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Fri Mar 14, 2014 2:56 pm

Glad you're going to read the book! There's LOTS on these boards about S Days. The gist is: don't worry about them!

Just take care of N Days, focus your limited habit-forming energy on N Day compliance, and absolutely free yourself from guilt or restriction on S Days. For at least a fair number of months, if not years.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Fri Mar 14, 2014 4:13 pm

I completely agree with auto! No S-day Guilt

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat Mar 15, 2014 1:50 pm

No S success Friday. I really appreciate this board. I want to see No S for what it needs to be for me - a behavior change. I definitely am doing it to lose weight, but if my behavior doesn't change permanently, I will just be failing another "diet".

MJ7910 · Post by **MJ7910** » Sat Mar 15, 2014 2:11 pm

sounds like you are off to a good track. best piece of advice i have is don't shame yourself ever for having one slip up or two... that's what leads to overeating and worse binges. just say "ok that happened" and move on. i find that with overeating i am my worst enemy when i start to shame myself for behaviors.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Mon Mar 17, 2014 10:15 am

I completely agree with MJ. And NoS makes it much easier to forgive ourselves as instead of having a limited amount of weeks/months to reach a fixed weight we have a life-long behaviour that can absorb some slip-ups.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Tue Mar 18, 2014 12:46 pm

I'm glad to be starting my second week here! The weekend included my mom's birthday, so I was very busy. I enjoyed cake with the family, but was happy to leave the rest with the caregiving staff. Monday was successful, but kind of felt like starting over. I think I like N days better.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Wed Mar 19, 2014 12:12 am

I think I like N days better.

What a great quote! That should be one of the "phases of NoS" that KCCC describes.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Mar 19, 2014 5:59 pm

NoS success Tuesday. I looked up the phases of No-S KCCC posted - so helpful, thanks! I have that "diet mentality" and need to find my normal. I tried explaining No-S to my husband, but told him I'm afraid of jinxing myself by talking about it. He said, yeah don't talk about it. I laughed because I know he just doesn't want to hear about another diet. That's ok. I can come to the board

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Wed Mar 19, 2014 10:41 pm

You bet! That's what we're here for!

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Thu Mar 20, 2014 9:06 am

Hahaha, that made me laugh. I know exactly what you mean with "he doesn't want to hear about another diet". One of my best friends just doesn't have the patience to do NoS so she goes in between overeating and snacking and crazy diets every month and I just can't hear it anymore.

I think you're right - diet head is a dangerous thing. I know you'll get to freedom head soon!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:05 pm

Wednesday was a success, but I felt like I could have been satisfied with a smaller portion of chicken on my dinner plate. I started reading No S Diet again and am really enjoying it. I'm wondering what to do with all my old diet books. Eschano or anyone - I'm curious, what is Vanilla No S?

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Thu Mar 20, 2014 10:05 pm

Vanilla NoS means that you follow NoS without any modifications. Some people for example have floating S days or allow themselves one treat per day as a modification or count calories or bites. As far as I can tell from the boards vanilla NoS has a great success rate.

I wouldn't worry about modifications until you have at least 6 months under your belt.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Fri Mar 21, 2014 8:11 pm

Thank you, Eschano. I made it through Thursday - a vanilla day

. I want to look forward to the weekend, but N days feel safe. Maybe it would help to plan our weekend meals ahead of time.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Fri Mar 21, 2014 10:55 pm

I think if you're planning delicious meals and some scrumptious desserts, that sounds great.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat Mar 22, 2014 4:00 pm

Friday - success. My hunger or that feeling I'm not used to, seems to be less. I enjoyed breakfast today while reading No-S. I'm reading through slowly, not jumping around like I did on my first attempt at this. Hope you all enjoy your S days

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sun Mar 23, 2014 2:37 pm

Saturday was more relaxed than last weekend. I did plan a meal and dessert. Snacking came back, but I felt some control.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Sun Mar 23, 2014 3:04 pm

Simpless wrote: My hunger or that feeling I'm not used to, seems to be less.

I love this comment! So many of us try to describe "that feeling I'm not used to" but I think I like the way you put it best!

Since our hunger actually LESSENS as we are on NoS longer and longer, it goes to show how habituated our hunger is, based on what our bodies are used to receiving food-wise. Assuming we are meeting our caloric needs, hunger becomes a very routined and predictable part of our days, starting an hour or so before the next meal.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Mon Mar 24, 2014 10:54 am

Yay you! Vanilla successes

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Tue Mar 25, 2014 1:31 pm

Made it through the weekend S days; listened to a podcast on mods. I know its early for me, but I thought not eating out of a container (like a potato chip bag) on S days, might help. Any thoughts or experiences? Monday was good, a vanilla day, even with unexpected family here for dinner. No one notices when you don't take seconds. I like that.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Mar 26, 2014 5:10 pm

Tuesday - success but harder than usual between meals. Today is my 17th day on No S and I'm thinking, maybe its hard because this is about when I usually gave up on other diets. This forum and the book are helping me keep focused.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Wed Mar 26, 2014 6:41 pm

Keep hanging in there Simpless!!! I remember in my first few months on NoS I hit a few "hard spots" where the desire to snack came roaring back. I think it was about 3 weeks, and about 6 weeks. Each time I made it through, I felt more capable than ever that--"I can do this! I can stick with it! I can see myself NoSing 10 years from now." Your confidence will build as you keep habit-building day after day.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Wed Mar 26, 2014 6:43 pm

automatedeating wrote:Glad you're going to read the book! There's LOTS on these boards about S Days. The gist is: don't worry about them! Just take care of N Days, focus your limited habit-forming energy on N Day compliance, and absolutely free yourself from guilt or restriction on S Days. For at least a fair number of months, if not years.

Hi again Simpless--I am quoting myself from a few posts ago to answer your question about modifying your S Days. My response is the same as when you first said you were anxious about S days!

If N Days are challenging for you now, which you said they are, do not put MORE restrictions on yourself for S Days!

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Thu Mar 27, 2014 10:08 am

I had a talk with my colleague who always gives up sweets for lent and she said something really interesting that I think applies to your current hard time:

"You would think that I'd be desperate for sweets at day 40 but I always find I don't need them anymore. Desperation comes around day 20 and you just have to stick it out."

So true for NoS as well. I had let NoS slide a little and only recommitted in January. Now I find it really easy but the first two months were a bit of a struggle. So hang in there - day 20 is nearly here and over

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu Mar 27, 2014 2:37 pm

Wednesday - success, a little easier than Tuesday. Thank you eschano and automatedeating (may I call you auto?) for your encouraging words! With years of dieting its hard not to look for a way, like a mod, to make weight loss faster. I think I will do best on Vanilla NoS

. I have a health screening this afternoon, which I have to fast for. Six hours without eating is a little more than I'm used to. This will be tricky, hope they don't offer me any cookies afterwards.

lpearlmom · Post by **lpearlmom** » Thu Mar 27, 2014 3:47 pm

Good luck today. You're doing awesome!!

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Thu Mar 27, 2014 9:21 pm

Of course you may call me Auto.

I never would have thunk I'd have an online nickname, but I just love it!

Strawberry Roan · Post by **Strawberry Roan** » Thu Mar 27, 2014 10:24 pm

Hi, wanted to stop by your thread and say hi ! Also want to agree that one doesn't really how much they are snacking until they stop (your beginning posts on this thread really hit home to me.) I don't know how many times I walk into the kitchen and just open the cabinet and stare into it.

Not hungry, just curious as to what I could be snacking on.

But I am staying clean and really really trying hard to avoid the diet soda, another no reason to do it but I do habit.

My best to you,

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Fri Mar 28, 2014 3:18 pm

Thursday - Success. As the day went on, I realized the headache I had was the beginning of a cold. My throat is raw today. But I'm happy to be approaching my 21st day on No S, and really don't think I'd be this far without you all!

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Fri Mar 28, 2014 3:56 pm

Oh well done Simpless!!

Hope you get better soon.

lpearlmom · Post by **lpearlmom** » Fri Mar 28, 2014 4:12 pm

Yay Simpless! Feel better!!

Linda

jw · Post by jw » Fri Mar 28, 2014 4:20 pm

A milestone! good for you! and you realize that S days count -- by Monday, you'll be there!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 2:54 pm

Friday was a success. I didn't feel like cooking last night so dinner wasn't the healthiest (KFC), but put it on a plate. Still a little afraid of S days, got to get over that.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Sat Mar 29, 2014 9:29 pm

Enjoy your S Days!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Mon Mar 31, 2014 1:45 pm

Yesterday was my 21st day on No S. I definitely prefer N days. It is difficult for me to focus on habit rather than numbers. Since I started, my weight dropped 4 lbs., but after the weekend it is back up almost to where I started. I did some mindless snacking on the weekend, but didn't expect that much damage

Well, its a new week.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Mon Mar 31, 2014 2:01 pm

I wouldn't worry about Monday weigh-ins too much. It's mostly water retention in my experience. I weigh myself daily, however, I subconsciously pay most attention to my Wednesday weight as it's right bang in the middle.

You're doing well! 21st Day

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Mon Mar 31, 2014 3:01 pm

Congratulations on 21 days!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Tue Apr 01, 2014 12:52 pm

Monday - Failure. I had seconds of vegetables at dinner. I know that doesn't sound like a big deal, but I was eating out of the serving bowl. We ate late, and I had already had my plate of vegetables, salad and cheese pizza. New day, new month, vanilla No S

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Tue Apr 01, 2014 2:24 pm

You have the right attitude, Simpless! Mark it and move on!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 02, 2014 10:46 pm

Tuesday - success. I think I could have been satisfied with less on my dinner plate, but it made it easier seeing my husband snacking in the evening. I took a chance and weighed myself today and was back down from that depressing Monday weigh-in. Thanks eschano!

I'm still trying to get over a cold, so soup sounds good tonight.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu Apr 03, 2014 7:01 pm

Wednesday - Success. A friend was talking to me yesterday about a diet her daughter was on and how, even though its very healthy, she could never do it. I was tempted to bring up NoS, but thought I should wait until I'm more of a "testimony". It just reminded me of how many diets I have tried and how simple NoS is.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat Apr 05, 2014 1:46 pm

Thursday and Friday - success. I was wishing Friday was an S day because I really wanted something more. Evenings are the most tempting time for me, but seeing success, even though its slow, is helping. It seems Spring is taking forever to arrive here, but its not raining so I hope to get some exercise walking the dogs and working in the yard this weekend. Hope you all enjoy your S days

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Sat Apr 05, 2014 3:45 pm

Well, it's finally a real S Day!

Good job for sticking it out!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sun Apr 06, 2014 7:23 pm

I still like N days better. Unexpected (but welcomed) family here last night meant unplanned food which I ate too much of. I know it was an S day, but I wanted to be more in control. Today I thought I'd compensate by not eating as much, but a 5 am call regarding a family member's health meant only five hours sleep. Then, too much coffee, too many sweets, and no energy. I'd like to sleep until tomorrow.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Sun Apr 06, 2014 7:45 pm

Don't try to compensate for a bad eating day. That's not a good long-term success plan. Just mark it and move on. Furthermore, you can't fail on an S Day. Try to save up your habit-forming energy for N Days and not scrutinize or try to control your S Days.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 11:03 am

I agree with auto, the worst thing you could do is to try to "make up for it" review the strictness podcast if you want to

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Mon Apr 07, 2014 7:10 pm

Thanks Auto and eschano, I know you are right, I guess I'm just hanging on to old dieting habits (over 40 years of them

) I will definitely listen to the podcast. Well, the rest of yesterday went fine and I got some sleep last night, which helps everything.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Tue Apr 08, 2014 8:53 am

Thank you Simpless! You and auto inspired me to give up dieting NOW. I am maintaining and feel much better for it

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 09, 2014 1:14 am

Monday - Success. I skipped stepping on the scale since the Monday weight can be a shocker. Plus, I don't want to focus too much on numbers, at least pounds. As for days, today is day 30 for me on No S and I'm very happy to still be here.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 09, 2014 4:48 pm

Tuesday - Success

Strawberry Roan · Post by **Strawberry Roan** » Wed Apr 09, 2014 8:39 pm

Simpless wrote:Monday - Success. I skipped stepping on the scale since the Monday weight can be a shocker. Plus, I don't want to focus too much on numbers, at least pounds. As for days, today is day 30 for me on No S and I'm very happy to still be here.

And we're happy you're still here as well

MerryKat · Post by **MerryKat** » Thu Apr 10, 2014 11:11 am

Woo!! Hoo!! Well Done on 30 days!!!

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 3:39 am

Congrats on 30 days!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Fri Apr 11, 2014 2:02 pm

Wednesday - Success

Thursday - Success. My son, who works with me, offered me an extra order of fries he had. At first I said no, but they smelled so good I changed my mind. I thought I would take them home and make them part of my lunch. I wrapped them up so I couldn't smell them and possibly eat them. By the time I got home for lunch, I decided to have leftover chicken casserole, vegetables, and fresh strawberries. I know I could have had the fries, but "the plate" looked so much better without them. I'm loving NoS and this forum.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat Apr 12, 2014 1:54 pm

Friday - Success. Hope you enjoy your S days

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Sun Apr 13, 2014 7:23 pm

Ooh well done, though the fries are fair game in vanilla NoS

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Tue Apr 15, 2014 9:45 pm

I enjoyed the weekend although I am still a little fearful of them. Since we also had a celebration, there were more treats around, and I found myself eating more but not really enjoying everything. So maybe I just need to be more selective if I want them. I found myself in the kitchen more, opening cupboards just because I knew I could snack.

Monday - Success. A little rough getting back on track but good. Thanks for the support eschano, auto, MerryKat, Strawberry Roan

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 16, 2014 6:15 pm

Tuesday - Success

Strawberry Roan · Post by **Strawberry Roan** » Wed Apr 16, 2014 7:03 pm

Yay

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu Apr 17, 2014 2:16 pm

Wednesday - Success. Braved the scale this morning and was hoping for better news. Only 5 pounds lost since March 10 and S days are coming. It may be partly my metabolism since I'm a little older? I know its the habit I need to focus on, but its taking some time.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat Apr 19, 2014 3:07 pm

Thursday - Success
Friday - Success
I know some of us get discouraged when the weight isn't melting off as fast as we'd like. I was thinking of the "sometimes" on days that start with S. I know there are no rules on S days, but I want to remember that S's are optional.
My husband, just trying to help ha-ha, asked if I could do another diet, then when I've lost some weight, continue with No S. I really don't think that's the solution. But, I really enjoyed some of the recipes on a plant-based diet we were on for a month and am going to try to make them on N and/or S days.

osoniye · Post by **osoniye** » Sat Apr 19, 2014 5:09 pm

Hi, Simpless,
Yeah, that's an advantage of NoS, the eating style is totally up to us! I look forward to hearing about what yummy plant based meals you will be eating in the coming weeks.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 23, 2014 1:01 am

Weekend and Monday S days (family member's B-day) Didn't go crazy.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 23, 2014 1:00 pm

Tuesday - Success. I'm in my 7th week of No S and starting to feel more comfortable with it even on S days which made me kind of nervous before. The inspiration I get from this forum is so helpful! The weight is slow coming off but it is coming off, and I know what foods I need to eat to satisfy and still be good for me. Also, putting in some extra activity time (walking and yard work) is bound to pay off

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Wed Apr 23, 2014 1:11 pm

7 weeks, that's great, Simpless!

Just a heads-up, I do remember having a few tough spots in the 6-8 week stretch...where my snacking urges came back a little bit. I don't know if that happens to most other people or not, but just so you're aware it might be a possibility.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 23, 2014 1:21 pm

Thanks Auto - I won't get too comfortable - you never know what snack might be lurking around the corner

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Thu Apr 24, 2014 11:15 am

It's very slow weight loss but it is weight loss so hang in there

I often feel like dreading on the same spot as it goes up and down and depending on the day you weight etc. However, I'm just back from my holiday where people see me ever 4 months or so and they all saw the weight loss! Can you imagine? That felt amazing!!!

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu Apr 24, 2014 7:19 pm

Wednesday - Success

Thanks eschano -
Welcome back! Hope you had a great time. That must have been nice having others notice your weight loss. I haven't lost enough yet but someday

Yes, I just never know what that scale is going to say, just can't seem to get away from the habit of checking. I'm not going to worry about that habit now, though.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Fri Apr 25, 2014 2:18 pm

Thursday - Success

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat Apr 26, 2014 4:30 pm

Friday - Success.
We have a routine of eating supper late (like 7) which seems to help me from getting too hungry in the evening. But since No S, I get so hungry close to dinner I feel weak. I'm trying to drink water when that happens.
Also, my S days have calmed down and I know I'm eating quite a bit less daily than before, but I've only lost about 5.5 - 6.0 lbs. since March 10. I've heard people say that with years of dieting your body likes to "hold on" to those pounds. I don't know if that's true, but I do know its harder the older I get. So its now or never

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Sat Apr 26, 2014 10:57 pm

Simpless, 5 pounds in 1.5 months sounds pretty awesome! Those are pounds that won't come back, they were slowly lost as your body adjusted to regular mealtimes. NoS is S-L-O-W, and that's one of the things I love about it most! We're in this for the long haul, right?

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Mon Apr 28, 2014 6:45 pm

Thanks auto - Yes we ARE in it for the long haul

Lots of support here is helping me stay with it I know.
Today my husband announced he was going to make the rest of today an N day, that was after he finished his Arby's cherry turnover. I have mixed feelings about him joining me I think because he'll probably drop 5 pounds in the first week. But if he's serious maybe it will help both of us, at least there won't be so much sugar in the house

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Tue Apr 29, 2014 8:55 am

Oh definitely let him join you. My boyfriend starts doing it just unconsciously but I love that he is getting healthier now.

Your husband will probably drop a lot more than you in a lesser time frame but that's just nature. Don't compare an apple with an orange

You're doing well and you'll be a healthy family!

Diligence · Post by **Diligence** » Tue Apr 29, 2014 4:35 pm

How neat that your husband may be joining you in this No S way of eating.

I can understand the concern about him dropping weight faster than you, but you probably already know that it can be challenging to live/eat No S when those around you are eating seconds, sweets, and snacks on a regular basis regardless of how you're eating--sometimes even encouraging you to do the same. I think this has the potential to be an encouragement to you. I hope it works well for both of you.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed Apr 30, 2014 12:50 pm

Monday and Tuesday - success.
The younger of my two senior dogs tore her cruciate ligament yesterday. Very little sleep for both of us. I don't even feel like eating.

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Wed Apr 30, 2014 1:32 pm

Oh, so sorry! It's terribly difficult to see your dear pet in pain, I'm sure. I can imagine that you lost your appetite from that.

Hopefully they'll get her on some good pain meds soon--and surgery?

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Wed Apr 30, 2014 3:59 pm

Oh poor thing! I hope your treasure heals fast!

Diligence · Post by **Diligence** » Wed Apr 30, 2014 5:12 pm

Awww, your poor dog. Is there any relief in sight?

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu May 01, 2014 1:55 pm

Wednesday - Success Didn't eat the healthiest but still an N day.
Thanks for all the well wishes for my dog. She's a little better today, already on meds for her back, and after a long talk with Vet feel surgery wouldn't be the best route. Rest, meds and therapy. No walks for 3 months is going to be rough.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Fri May 02, 2014 10:05 am

Oh poor her! I hope this route works for you! My former dog (RIP) had ligament surgery and unfortunately never fully recovered. I think we walked him too fast and too much but the Vet recommended it. Usually, the dogs know best themselves.

Great that you stuck to NoS anyways.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Fri May 02, 2014 2:58 pm

Thursday - Success
My dog is 11, was born deaf, and has had back and neck problems for a few years. I wish she could talk, but she has her way of telling me things and for now she wants to keep going. Being on NoS, I think has even helped me deal with this. It simplifies my eating, helping me not eat emotionally, which usually just brings more emotion. I don't know if that makes sense.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sun May 04, 2014 1:47 pm

Friday - Success

Saturday - Knowing it was an S day, I bought a favorite snack food but really went overboard on that and other things. I know it was an S day, but ugh. So much for "sometimes". I'm tempted to make up for it today, but know that's probably not a good idea. That's an old diet behavior that never seems to work.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Mon May 05, 2014 12:50 pm

Happy to say I've stuck with No S for 8 weeks now. I hope my weekends start to settle down a bit. I always feel like I'm taking a step back, but I know we take more steps forward than back.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Wed May 07, 2014 12:19 am

Monday - Success
Today - Failure

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Wed May 07, 2014 12:24 am

Right, I find it easier to say this when it's not me, so here goes:

You ARE taking more steps forward than back. Be gentle with yourself.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Thu May 08, 2014 2:47 pm

Wednesday - Success

Auto - you always seem to say the right words

I've never been the most confident or positive kind of person, so being gentle with myself came back to me yesterday. No S is the way I want and need to live. It's simple, and sensible. But it takes time, and its easy to get impatient.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Sat May 10, 2014 4:28 pm

Thursday - Success
Friday - Success
Here we go another weekend

Trying to have a better attitude about S days and enjoy them more.

eschano · Post by **eschano** » Mon May 12, 2014 10:23 am

Hi Simpless! I hope you had a good S weekend.

Simpless · Post by **Simpless** » Mon May 12, 2014 2:45 pm

Thanks eschano, hope yours was good too. Mine was a little calmer than last, enjoyed a sweet time with my mother and my daughter. Really didn't need that last cupcake though.
Then was up with my dog a good part of the night. Her back leg that she's been using due to her torn knee kept giving out, so considering what to do now, made appointment with Vet. Lots of emotion

automatedeating · Post by **automatedeating** » Tue May 13, 2014 1:47 am

Simpless, I hope you get some hopeful energy from the vet.