In retrospect, I realize that I did take some very real steps to ensure my success. For the first time in forever, I actually exercised more than once in a great while (3 times in the last week, to be exact)! But then last night, I attended a support group meeting where there was some REALLY yummy food...and yeah, I indulged just a little more than I probably should have! And that indulgence is exactly what had me doubting myself. But before that indulgent meal, I took my Plexus Block. So, it's a little bit of the tools I use and a little bit of my own determination to make this time different that is getting me where I need to be!
I was asked today if I am following the WW plan exactly. The honest answer is no...at least not 100% of the time. It is a tool I use to keep me accountable to make healthy eating choices in addition to using the Plexus products consistently. BUT...once a week, I totally let loose! After I weigh in on Tuesday mornings, I give myself permission to indulge in some of the things I've been denying myself. This is another tool I created within the WW tool because I know myself well enough to know if I try to deny myself too long, I'm going to self-sabotage and give up. So...I have one day a week that I can sort of go crazy. To be honest, some Tuesdays, I realize that the thing I thought I'd have after weigh-in suddenly has lost its appeal...so I skip it, knowing that if I change my mind later, I can always get it the following Tuesday. But on Wednesday, I'm back on track for the most part. Again, it's a guideline...not a law book! :)
So...when I weighed in this morning, I found that not only had I reached my 50-pound goal, but I had exceeded it! I'm now at a grand total of 51.8 pounds lost! I added this cute little charm to my WW reward collection today and was able to celebrate with the others at my meeting. I've still got a lot to lose, but as long as I keep moving forward and using my tools of success, I know I'll get there! :)
