Ruff wrote:I think focusing on habits will really help you. rather than that elusive weight goal.
...habits habits habits.
Ejeff wrote:In regards to psychological resistance to weight loss, would it help you to perhaps focus on healthy behaviours as opposed to the scale?
You are both, of course, correct. And honestly, you're not telling me anything I don't already know. I guess I've had it in my mind that I'll just keep tracking my weight until I hit a certain goal and then stop fixating on it so much.
Reading your replies reminded me of a quote I had written down from someone, somewhere on the webs.
Don't set goals, make habits. Goals are arbitrary... determined by chance, whimsy or impulse and not by necessity, reason or principle.I think I'm going to work on that. Start weighing myself once a week instead of every day. Maybe start thinking of my weight "goals" as more like waypoints (weigh points?) that I can wave at as I pass them on my greater journey to overall health and well-being.
VegSeekingFit wrote:So, I have anxiety (but I do know different things)... anyway, McD has helped me deal with anxiety tremendously... Totally worth anything to me and I notice a substantial difference (and feel FANTASTIC).
I have high hopes that this way of eating will provide relief from a number of ailments, including depression. I am reluctant to throw myself into anymore "treatments" for mental health issues (been there, done that) until I get a handle on this diet and lifestyle thing.
That's a big part of the title I chose for this thread. Getting rid of the gut is not just about appearances. For me it's a thing that has come to represent decades of dysfunctional, compulsive, self-defeating behavior that needs to be dealt with once and for all.
bunsofaluminum wrote:Skimmed through your journal just now and wanted to commiserate with you...
Ahh, a kindred spirit. Thanks for stopping by and chipping in.
Likewise to all of you. Your suggestions, encouragement and gentle nudges are greatly appreciated.