Last year I got in a rut - sedentary lifestyle, comfort eating, assuming my weight would 'just take care of itself'. Well, I got myself a spare tire and felt incredibly sad about only being able to wear baggy clothes and drawstring pants. While no one ever spoke to me about my weight I was pretty unhappy with myself and resolved to make some lifestyle changes.
I reminded myself to do active things. Whether it be walking, short jogs, or even just trailing a loop around a big shopping complex.
I completely stopped myself from eating from boredom or needing entertainment. Eating when not hungry, basically. I mean I still have a sensible treat when I feel but I don't put away a whole bag of chips and a whole pack of sweet biscuits just to have something to do in the evening.
I began to appreciate the natural flavours of green vegetables. I took some cues from Buddhist ideas, and tried to eat for nourishment, appreciating things like a small bowl of plain soup as if it were an amazing gift. Just developing a respect for the simplest things in life has actually made me view life with wonder.
Green tea I drink a lot of, i'm not sure what the facts say but it at least helps me digest a meal nicely after dinner. Plus warm liquid often keeps away hunger somewhat.
I have not beaten myself up for anything, only recognised that I stumbled, forgave myself and moved on positively.
I have completely quit drinking because alcohol gives me crazy munchies. If I had 6 bottles of beer in one night I would rashly decide that I needed a large fast food meal to go down afterwards. I would maybe have one drink if I were out socialising with a friend, and the price of cocktails makes sure I only have one.
I have not had a very drastic weight loss, but the difference is that I feel like I am the me I enjoy and that makes a difference.
Progress pic here: https://i.imgur.com/oV9ZU6U.jpg
Thanks for reading.
EDIT: Having access to water also helps. Fill your whole fridge with water - tap, bottled, sparkling, expensive, any kind of water. Not only is it good for your skin, sometimes drinking plentiful water is the difference between being content and feeling like grazing.
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