So what do we do in this kinds of days? Do we give in to those comfort foods that will derail your progress? or do we chose the foods that will continue to fuel our bodies and give us energy?
Here's what we got to do..we have to be cognizant of the choices we have to make. We have to train our minds to make the right choices and not give in to those "emotions" that tell you to just screw it and eat that ice cream! It is a conscious decision we have to make.
I am here today...to hold myself accountable...and say I gave in and chose ice cream!
How is it that we overcome these things? to make the right choices? WE seek Truth!! We RENEW our minds!! Daily!! this is a daily thing we must do!! If you are not...then you will more than likely slip and not make the right choices. The mind renewal is so, so important in this physique transformation we seek. It's not about the body..it is about the mind and spirit!!
Hello, Suzette!! Are you listening???! Why stress over something you have no control over? What purpose does it serve? Release it, let it go! What I can "control" is what enters my mind and what comes out of my mouth. This is what I will focus on!! Mind Renewal!! Daily Mind Renewal!!
Here is a comment by one of my friends in response to this post:
"Hey, Suzette. I feel for you. To me, your blog talked about escape. Not wanting to deal with difficult situations or to feel the feelings that these things bring up. That's what I heard because that's what I can relate to...in a powerful way.
Eating (and for me, especially sugar) is an escape. I can get lost in the physical sensation of it and in the "high" of "being bad" "indulging" and giving in to my impulses. Eating ice cream makes me feel good. Temporarily - you are familiar with that, I am sure.
But it's not about the food or the sugar. I slowly had to learn and practice replacement coping strategies. I feel better when I can take some action (even small) to help solve a problem or improve a situation. I have had to learn to use my voice when I feel overwhelmed or need help. To reach out for support - to get my loved ones to hold me up when I need it. I can't be the one holding everyone else up all the time. When you ask for that help, whether practical or emotional - and then get it! - it feels wonderful. What a relief.
When I have that urge to binge or eat compulsively - and I still get that urge - I try to think about what I REALLY need in that moment and see if I can't get that instead. Whether it's a shoulder to cry on, someone to make the phone call that I just can't deal with, or 30 minutes for a freakin' nap. It may feel impractical or like "too much to ask" - but what's the alternative? Self-abuse? That's no good.
This comes from my direct experience in my own life even if it sounds like a comment on yours. It isn't. But if you can relate, I hope this helps a bit.
Much love to you."
(My response)
I can and do relate to all you are saying! Thank you!
Absolutely "escape" is it. When we encounter stressful situations we just don't want to or know how to deal with we attempt to go the route of "escaping" that pain....a "pain covering solution"! As I've been taught by an esteemed mentor is that our beliefs produce actions. So it is in changing my beliefs about those "junk foods" that provide "temporary comfort". What I can control are my thoughts and sticking to my "planned strategy". What I can not control I must leave in the hands of a Higher Power!
The question to myself is then, "What DAILY ACTIONS can I take to ensure my success?" I must have a plan and work my plan! I must speak my Truth in words of affirmation until it becomes a part of me.
Surely that urge is a "cry for help". we are brave and courageous when we can admit we do indeed need help. Isn't that why we are all here? We are "crying" for help!
I can't be the one holding everyone else up all the time. I am known for doing this quite often. I recognize this in myself. and do this quite often when those close to me are experiencing "pain". Recognizing this and taking action for myself...is not selfish, but so necessary!
Love right back you!
And here is my mentor's response to this post:
Only half a victory today. It was another one of those days. The day was going great until got word from my husband's family that his dad is not doing well. and this is on top of what my husband is already going through with his own health issues. A stress filled day.
So what do we do in this kinds of days?
So what do we do in this kinds of days?
How do we think when we don't know what to do?
We continue on with our planned strategy of exercise and nutrition.
That's what we can control.
Then we offer to God what we cannot control- He said he cares about you.
Then pray in the Spirit until you have peace (The Christian's default) about what ever it is-
that's about as good as it gets until you see the manifestation of what you have prayed for.
1 Peter 5:7
7 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.
Do we give in to those comfort foods that will derail your progress?
I don't have any in my house. I would have to go way out of my way to even get it.
Nor do I have any desire for "good tasting" substances that have no nutrition.
or do we chose the foods that will continue to fuel our bodies and give us energy?
This is the promise and affirmation I have made to myself.
Here's what we got to do..we have to be cognizant of the choices we have to make.
And perhaps not have temptation so close at hand.
We have to train our minds to make the right choices and not give in to those "emotions" that tell you to just screw it and eat that ice cream! It is a conscious decision we have to make.
Unless you believe otherwise.
If we believe that junk food can make stress, fears and doubts go away.
Ask yourself- Did the stress go away after you gave in to the temptation?
How long will you have to play catch-up to burn it off?
There is a distinct possibility that poor food choices not only represent the quality of our thinking it also sets us up for setbacks.
I am here today...to hold myself accountable...and say I gave in and chose ice cream!
How is it that we overcome these things? to make the right choices? WE seek Truth!! We RENEW our minds!! Daily!! this is a daily thing we must do!! If you are not...then you will more than likely slip and not make the right choices. The mind renewal is so, so important in this physique transformation we seek. It's not about the body..it is about the mind and spirit!!
Hello, Suzette!! Are you listening???! Why stress over something you have no control over? What purpose does it serve? Release it, let it go! What I can "control" is what enters my mind and what comes out of my mouth. This is what I will focus on!! Mind Renewal!! Daily Mind Renewal!!
Good thought.
Yet all good thoughts need an equal amount of action to bring about the desired End Result.
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