Posted by cloudydaze on July 16, 2006, at 22:34:51
In reply to Not such a good day, posted by Dinah on July 11, 2006, at 15:55:59
beating yourself up over a buscuit? I've cheated worse than that...but if you beat yourself up, it's just gonna make things worse.
You should enjoy food, but it shouldn't be everything. And know also that there are now so many healthy alternatives out there - so many low fat, low cal, and low carb alternatives to try out! i've recently discovered that i like some fat free chesses...wouldn't have thought so, but i do. I also found a butter substitute that is actually good (smart balance, and smart balance light - both good). There are products out there that can allow us to have the tastes we crave, but with healthier options.
And for the things we can't find substitutes for, a little of the real thing won't kill us. It's about moderation. If you're craving chocolate cake, have a little (not a lot, a little). Sometimes a little is all ypu need to feel satisfied - and that way you don't feel like you're denying yourself anything.
I'm lucky because i love angel food cake, and it's actually not that bad for you. Since it's made with egg whites, its relatively low in fat and calories. So if my grandma bakes a cake, i don't feel too guilty about having a slice.
> I'm tearful, restless, and I cheated. Yes, I ate a biscuit.
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> I don't think this is worth it. I really don't. Food is just too much a part of what makes life worth living.
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