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Post by cnf on Jan 27, 2019 14:00:02 GMT -6
I’ve joined the sick kid club. P got up last night at 10:30PM, just as I was getting ready for bed, complaining that her ear hurt. And it was no more than an hour of sleep at a time after that. Then when I was getting her dressed this morning she puked. I am exhausted and am steering clear of carbs, because I just want to stuff my face with them. I’m hoping I can get a nap in this afternoon, and then I’m determined to run at least a couple miles, because I don’t want to break my streak this late in the month. Ugh, sick kids are the worst. I hope she bounces back quickly.
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Post by yoginikiki on Jan 27, 2019 15:13:46 GMT -6
I’m in awe over your motivation coconutbacon. I just did my workout after reading your post! Hope P feels better soon!
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Post by yoginikiki on Jan 28, 2019 8:24:14 GMT -6
I am grateful for food in abundance, a warm place to lay my head and online friends. Coming from a food insecure background really makes me grateful we don't have those worries anymore. I also come from a food insecure background. I think it plays a large part in why food and feeding people has such an important place in my life. I’m sorry that your family of origin contributes to negativity in your life. It sounds like you have chosen an incredible partner to be family.
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Post by yoginikiki on Jan 28, 2019 8:30:05 GMT -6
I’m grateful for my husband who is my best friend and biggest supporter. When I see him, my body relaxes like a Pavlovian response because I know I’m going to be okay.
I’m grateful for my OBGYN who listens to me being scared and takes me seriously, even when I have over googled.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2019 7:44:09 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2019 7:44:30 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2019 7:44:59 GMT -6
yoginikiki I've been doing my stretching with DS before bed. He thinks it's really fun and I make sure I get it done every night. It's been nice.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 29, 2019 7:47:53 GMT -6
I think I'm going to start the card thing for gratefulness as well. That is a really good idea.
Right now, I'm grateful for my husband. He sacrifices a huge majority of his time with us in order to provide for us. I know it is hard for him to miss out on the different milestones for the kids. I can't even imagine working 12 hour shifts for months at a time with no days off. I think I get wrapped up in how I feel when he's gone (overwhelmed, trying to do it all, etc.) that I sometimes forget how much he is doing even when he's not here.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Jan 29, 2019 7:48:02 GMT -6
My people for Monday are my internet friends. Besides having a place to go to when shit goes sideways, I have learned a lot from my various groups and definitely have better view outside of the very homogeneous small town where I grew up.
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Post by coconutbacon on Jan 29, 2019 8:10:45 GMT -6
yoginikiki I've been doing my stretching with DS before bed. He thinks it's really fun and I make sure I get it done every night. It's been nice. My DD loves stretching with me too! Except it often ends up devolving to her climbing on top of me while I'm stretching, which she thinks is hysterical.
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Post by coconutbacon on Jan 29, 2019 8:24:38 GMT -6
I haven't been posting my wellness practice this week. I've been grateful for my husband– he's a great partner. He's supportive; he lifts me up.
My pastor, Ann. She doesn't care what I (or anyone) believe or don't believe. She's created a space that is welcoming for all, and gives me a non-physical nourishment and peace that I need. She challenges and inspires me to be more generous with everyone I encounter.
My DD's teachers. They're patient and loving. They create a safe and fun environment for her each day. They spend the time to bring her out of her shell.
My sister– she understands me in a way that no one else can. She's a confidante, and one of my best friends.
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Post by coconutbacon on Jan 30, 2019 9:21:07 GMT -6
I'm embracing evening workouts for now. I've given up trying to get up early to get it in first thing. I'm sure I'll pick it back up as it gets warmer, and lighter earlier. But right now, I'm enjoying the extra sleep, uninterrupted by an alarm that I may or may not ignore, and getting in a quality workout after work. My sleep is great. DD runs in and wakes me up around 6:30AM each day. We do some stretching together, make and eat breakfast, and then get ready for school/ work. Out of the door at 8, which is when daycare opens. (It's one block from us, so we don't need very much time to walk there.) It doesn't feel rushed and more often than not, I actually end up getting to work around 8:30, which is actually early, and allows me some time there by myself to get things done.
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Post by yoginikiki on Jan 31, 2019 21:50:00 GMT -6
I’m grateful for the hairstylist I met with today. I walked in there after needing to push back my appointment due to another snow delay with 18 months of hair that needed chopping due to complete neglect and she was kind as patient and supportive. She reminded me without saying that I’m worth feeling good about myself. She took extra time washing my hair and it felt amazing. She undercharged me so I way overtipped and made an appointment for 6 weeks from now.
I lost 3.2 lbs of hair today. I feel human and put together even though I didn’t fit in my workout. This is going to be a good year.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Feb 1, 2019 8:36:16 GMT -6
I keep trying to beat myself up for not having a great week, but when I look back at my plans for getting back on track, I'm actually doing just fine. I really expected my weight to jump back up this week with not watching, but even with not really tracking and just having whatever, I'm staying around 212-213. I'm looking forward to what will happen when I actually get back on track and start doing anything again.
It's been nice to take some time off though. I haven't taken the week off after a meet (like I should) since.....2015?
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Post by yoginikiki on Feb 1, 2019 11:22:35 GMT -6
I started last week at 307. This morning I weighed in at 301.7 This is so great! I hope you feel proud of yourself!!!!
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Post by yoginikiki on Feb 1, 2019 11:41:45 GMT -6
Oooh! New wellness practice for tomorrow- I’m going to do some real thinking about this one tonight.
This Week We’re Going to Start Fresh Every Day:
Simple Instructions: Each day, find an area of your life that needs cleaning — and clean it up.
The space can be physical (like a desk or closet) or virtual (like your email inbox or file folders).
You may also pick a large project, like your garage or storage area, and tackle a small part of it each day.
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Post by cnf on Feb 1, 2019 12:39:46 GMT -6
I started last week at 307. This morning I weighed in at 301.7 Yeah girl! This is awesome!
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Post by coconutbacon on Feb 1, 2019 15:11:24 GMT -6
Amazing progress 🍍 🍊 Fineapple 🍍 🍊! And yoginikiki, so glad you were able to take the time for some self care. A new haircut can just your mood!
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Post by leatherpants on Feb 1, 2019 15:24:17 GMT -6
Congrats 🍍 🍊 Fineapple 🍍 🍊! That’s fantastic! And I’m happy your haircut went so well, yoginikiki! My friend and I were just talking about how a new haircut feels like a new lease on life. Your hairdresser sounds lovely.
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Post by leatherpants on Feb 1, 2019 15:25:53 GMT -6
I keep trying to beat myself up for not having a great week, but when I look back at my plans for getting back on track, I'm actually doing just fine. I really expected my weight to jump back up this week with not watching, but even with not really tracking and just having whatever, I'm staying around 212-213. I'm looking forward to what will happen when I actually get back on track and start doing anything again. It's been nice to take some time off though. I haven't taken the week off after a meet (like I should) since.....2015? Lol. Yes that break was probably a tad overdue. I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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Post by leatherpants on Feb 1, 2019 15:26:54 GMT -6
Oooh! New wellness practice for tomorrow- I’m going to do some real thinking about this one tonight. This Week We’re Going to Start Fresh Every Day: Simple Instructions: Each day, find an area of your life that needs cleaning — and clean it up. The space can be physical (like a desk or closet) or virtual (like your email inbox or file folders). You may also pick a large project, like your garage or storage area, and tackle a small part of it each day. Ooh this is perfect. I have 2 pieces left in my house for KM and I’d love to get them done this week
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2019 15:40:27 GMT -6
Oooh! New wellness practice for tomorrow- I’m going to do some real thinking about this one tonight. This Week We’re Going to Start Fresh Every Day: Simple Instructions: Each day, find an area of your life that needs cleaning — and clean it up. The space can be physical (like a desk or closet) or virtual (like your email inbox or file folders). You may also pick a large project, like your garage or storage area, and tackle a small part of it each day. I am really excited about this. I think the physical clutter in my life causes me the most stress. It trickles down into everything and then makes me feel like I should just give up and take a break. Perpetuating the whole cycle. I hope this is a nice kick in the ass.
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Post by cnf on Feb 1, 2019 16:37:20 GMT -6
Looks like I'll be cleaning and organizing closets this week, which is perfect because they're all a disaster and need to be done before we list our house this month.
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Post by coconutbacon on Feb 2, 2019 6:30:59 GMT -6
I am excited for the decluttering. I have some Amazon boxes I’ve been meaning to fill up for the give back program.
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Post by leatherpants on Feb 2, 2019 10:29:55 GMT -6
Ok. I need to do something about this nutrition stuff and I’m just mind dumping here for a second. I cannot do restriction anything anymore. I think it is some mental blowback from yo yo dieting and restricting for ages. So the moment I “can’t” have something - even in this point system which used to work for me - I get all toddler/teenager and I rebel. But I do need to get my shit together food wise. The last 2 days I’ve worked on my macro calculations and calories. I’ve had a struggle this go around with nursing in that my supply as been super finicky to calories so I’m having a hard time finding a balance between not gaining (let alone trying to lose) and losing my supply. So I’m going to try this macro counting for the next month and see if I can make it work. And if I stick to my macros and my plan, I’m going to give myself the points. cnf, this is what you are doing too right? And I saw your post about taking away a point if you ate something you didn’t plan for even if it fit? I think I’m going to copy you.
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Post by cnf on Feb 2, 2019 19:59:54 GMT -6
Ok. I need to do something about this nutrition stuff and I’m just mind dumping here for a second. I cannot do restriction anything anymore. I think it is some mental blowback from yo yo dieting and restricting for ages. So the moment I “can’t” have something - even in this point system which used to work for me - I get all toddler/teenager and I rebel. But I do need to get my shit together food wise. The last 2 days I’ve worked on my macro calculations and calories. I’ve had a struggle this go around with nursing in that my supply as been super finicky to calories so I’m having a hard time finding a balance between not gaining (let alone trying to lose) and losing my supply. So I’m going to try this macro counting for the next month and see if I can make it work. And if I stick to my macros and my plan, I’m going to give myself the points. cnf, this is what you are doing too right? And I saw your post about taking away a point if you ate something you didn’t plan for even if it fit? I think I’m going to copy you. Yeah I'm just following macros. I mean, if you make it fit you can give yourself the points since the whole idea is if it fits you can eat it. I only still took the points because I made cookies fit and I need to clean up my eating more.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Feb 2, 2019 20:20:46 GMT -6
Ok. I need to do something about this nutrition stuff and I’m just mind dumping here for a second. I cannot do restriction anything anymore. I think it is some mental blowback from yo yo dieting and restricting for ages. So the moment I “can’t” have something - even in this point system which used to work for me - I get all toddler/teenager and I rebel. But I do need to get my shit together food wise. The last 2 days I’ve worked on my macro calculations and calories. I’ve had a struggle this go around with nursing in that my supply as been super finicky to calories so I’m having a hard time finding a balance between not gaining (let alone trying to lose) and losing my supply. So I’m going to try this macro counting for the next month and see if I can make it work. And if I stick to my macros and my plan, I’m going to give myself the points. cnf , this is what you are doing too right? And I saw your post about taking away a point if you ate something you didn’t plan for even if it fit? I think I’m going to copy you. Yeah I'm just following macros. I mean, if you make it fit you can give yourself the points since the whole idea is if it fits you can eat it. I only still took the points because I made cookies fit and I need to clean up my eating more. I lose when I can't keep out of the M&M jar at work, or when I have alcohol, or mindlessly snack on junk. As long as I am within 10% of each macro I count that as compliant. If I'm not tracking I just do a mental inventory of the day. When I'm way off I usually know.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Feb 2, 2019 20:21:26 GMT -6
I identified my project, but had to work a meet today. How does that factor in?
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Post by coconutbacon on Feb 3, 2019 6:10:03 GMT -6
I identified my project, but had to work a meet today. How does that factor in? Identifying and mentally figuring out the steps to tackle something can definitely be part of a larger clean up task.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Feb 3, 2019 9:48:06 GMT -6
I identified my project, but had to work a meet today. How does that factor in? Identifying and mentally figuring out the steps to tackle something can definitely be part of a larger clean up task. I'm currently looking up alternate locations for where I can donate some things.
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