I didn't eat addictive foods on Easter
I've noted in the past that I'm a carb addict and junk food junkie and have been gratefully and blessedly in remission since 01-29-09. I thank God for that and for steering me through people at OH to working with Beck's Diet Solution. It was work at first, but it is becoming easier every day. I still plan my meals as far as portion sizes go, and I log everything that I eat. I do some of the written exercises now that I have finished the book. But I know that I will be returning to it and referring to it for the rest of my life.
I can usually stay away from my addictive foods. But, I was at my brother's yesterday and a bowl of candy was just sitting there all afternoon. You know what? I appreciated how colorful it looked but really didn't even want any. When it came to dinner, I had pretty much decided what I was going to eat. I had a couple pieces of ham and trimmed off the fat and glazing. And, I had some green beans. I didn't have pineapple stuffing--a Philly thing, nor mac & cheese, nor any of the specialty breads nor rolls. They looked nice but I just didn't want any. And, when it came time for desert, my wife had thought of me and brought a large bowl of strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries so I ate about 1 cup of them.. Everyone else had some with pound cake and cookies. It was a nice abstinent meal.
Dr Judith Beck talks about building up or developing our resistance to poor eating choices. By practicing that in the past, it made Easter's meal easy. And, I can build on the experience I had on Easter when I do face temptaions. Why blow it for a taste of any addicting food? I've learned that I'm to get right back with the program if I do slip, but I can't see any rationale for taking a chance on doing that. I'll deal with it if and when it happens. Bob
I can usually stay away from my addictive foods. But, I was at my brother's yesterday and a bowl of candy was just sitting there all afternoon. You know what? I appreciated how colorful it looked but really didn't even want any. When it came to dinner, I had pretty much decided what I was going to eat. I had a couple pieces of ham and trimmed off the fat and glazing. And, I had some green beans. I didn't have pineapple stuffing--a Philly thing, nor mac & cheese, nor any of the specialty breads nor rolls. They looked nice but I just didn't want any. And, when it came time for desert, my wife had thought of me and brought a large bowl of strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries so I ate about 1 cup of them.. Everyone else had some with pound cake and cookies. It was a nice abstinent meal.
Dr Judith Beck talks about building up or developing our resistance to poor eating choices. By practicing that in the past, it made Easter's meal easy. And, I can build on the experience I had on Easter when I do face temptaions. Why blow it for a taste of any addicting food? I've learned that I'm to get right back with the program if I do slip, but I can't see any rationale for taking a chance on doing that. I'll deal with it if and when it happens. Bob
Way to go Bob. When we finally realize that we are responsible for what we put in our mouths, that's when it gets a little easier. You did great. It's nice to hear how your wife helped you through the day. We all need a little help now and then. Give her a kiss and thank her again for thinking of you.
Robert
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