Day 5 And 9 Lbs. Down - Yay! It Hasn't Been Easy.

[Success101]

Today is a new day and I'm feeling good right now. I am worried because I have temptations to face today as I'm going grocery shopping with the family. There are certain things I used to buy before almost religiously on these days as treats. I am worried. Not so much that I will actually give-in to temptation, but of the struggle to come because of it. I really hate the days when I struggle. Two of my weaknesses are donuts, especially filled with either jelly or creme and Pop Tarts. I feel like I'm getting ready to fight a little war. I guess I'm in need of encouragement.
All of you and the are definitely amazing and what I need right now. Thanks in advance!

[jende]

I like this quote and I'm going to keep using it.

"Nothing tastes as good as thin feels".

I also find it helpful to do as the Bible says "take every negative thought captive", so every time you think of anything like a donut, dismiss it and start thinking positively. Think about those 9 pounds you've lost and the next 9 that will be melted off of your body. I think controlling your thoughts is paramount. If you continue to dwell on the donut, you will eat it, so pay attention to what you are thinking about.

[Success101]

Thank you for your thoughts. I really needed that. I will follow your advise and think positively.

[misplaced southerner]

don't even walk down that aisle!!!!!! stick to the outside of the store. and keep that vision of the new, thinner, healthier you right in the forefront of your brain!!!! plan, take your list, get in and out as fast as you can.

i promise it will get easier!

[IrishMom82]

The good thing about Atkins is that there is no need to go to any of the aisles in the store! When shopping you only need to shop on the outside of the aisles (veggies, meat, cheese). Don't go into any aisles that might tempt you! You can do this! Imagine if you gain back that weight you've already lost? It's not worth it! Stay strong!!!

[Success101]

I did it!!! I just got back. I had to come on here and update. I was soooooooooo tempted. The had these sampling tables with all kinds of goodies. I kept it together and walked away. It was hard. But I did it. I'm proud of myself. Yay! I actually kept muttering to myself "Nothing tastes as good as thin feels." I didn't care if I looked like a nut. Now I'm in the comforts of my home, here in the forums and away from all that horrible temptation. Whew!

[IrishMom82]

A big round of applause! Good job saying no!!

[Elizellen]

Well done

[OzLover]

You did it & the next time will be easier & then the next time will be easier & then the "devil's food" won't even bother you!!

[misplaced southerner]

Score!!!!