Greetings Friends~
We have now gone out of state for our newest member, Jeanine, who lives in Oregon. A rousing welcome for taking that step towards better living. This group is never too crowded to make room for others so spread the word. It's my mission to make the world healthier one person at a time -- One Step at a Time.
I've been at this for three weeks now and time is passing faster than I anticipated. It seems like only yesterday that I gathered three other people together to provide support to live healthier. Now we are 15 strong individuals banding together...and that figure is even larger when multiplied by friends and loved ones who are supporting our efforts. Congratulations to ALL!
Time is a crucial factor in my success. If I do this One Step at a Time, those days add up. The small progress that I make each day adds up to much more when I look at it each Monday. For myself, I try to think about my challenges as they relate to today only. All I have to do is today. Tomorrow I can concentrate on tomorrow. No sourdough rolls today. No pizza today. No alcohol today (the reason, I tend to skip meals when I drink so I get filled with empty calories and then become ravenous when I finally get around to eating that next meal). No junk food today. I will _________ (fill in activity such as walk, workout, take the stairs) today. I will eat sensibly today. I could go on forever but I think you get the point.
I won't do the negative things AND I will do the positive things, TODAY.
So, what should I do if I can't keep that commitment? If I "sneak" that piece of pizza at Costco when Mrs. B isn't there? Hmmm...I think I need to admit my mistake...admit my moment of weakness...even if it is only to myself. Then I need to get back on the proverbial horse...or in the case of this food addict...that may be "get back on the wagon". Either way, there is no sense beating myself up over it.
On the other hand, I think it is important that I don't slip...day...after...day, because those setbacks add up just as quickly.
Finally, I must keep pointing out how much easier my life has gotten by pre-planning and preparing my foods. This has reduced the amount of stress and anxiety that I am experiencing each morning. I no longer scurry around like a rat trying to leave a sinking ship. Last night I prepared food for today during the commercials of Biggest Loser. So what if I miss all the Viagra commercials. Life goes on.
Inspiration of the Day
Experience shows that success is due less to ability than to zeal. The winner is he who gives himself to his work, body and soul. - Charles Buxton
Shopping Tips
Safeway has Gala apples for $.58 pound, broccoli crowns for $.79 pound, Cheerios for $1.67 and Eating Right entrees 5 for $10. Also, Saturday and Sunday only, they have asparagus for $1.49 pound (use the recipe from yesterday for Oven Roasted Asparagus!)
Top Foods has Lean Cuisine entrees for $1.99 each, Fresh Express Salad Kits for $2 each, Turkey bacon for $2 and Campbell's Select Harvest soup (a quick, nutricious lunch) 2 for $3.
Take the time today to do something that makes you feel good. The health of our spirit is just as important as that of the body. Keep on doing it One Step at a Time.
Happy Trails!
1 comment:
One of my favorite snacks to eat at home and at the office is popcorn. I love it! I eat it several times a week. How do I get away with that you might ask. I typically eat Orville Redenbacher Smart Pop. You can get it in several flavors with various calorie levels. I know that it isn't movie popcorn smothered in butter, but it's darn tasty. Think of it this way..no popcorn? or popcorn with less guilt? The other up side is that you can eat this style popcorn at your desk without 3 napkins to wipe the grease off your fingers.
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