SteFYI Posted August 9, 2014 Share Posted August 9, 2014 I just wanted to chime in with something that worked for me the first time I actually completed a whole 30 (2 years ago - but zero since then until the one I'm going to complete this month!) Whenever I felt down about the program, or was thinking about quitting, I reminded myself that it was only a month, and after that I could eat all the "fill in the blank" I wanted, and also, I was very curious to see what difference it would make and I felt that without going the full 30 days, there was no way to really know! You've totally got this! <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterborg Posted August 10, 2014 Author Share Posted August 10, 2014 @steFYI = yes! That is it too. I don't want to do a "Whole 30 but I ate peanuts" or a "Whole 30 except for a couple of days of chocolate". I want to do a Whole30. Period. Tonight I had night sweats and was so hot = and I am definitely not old enough for this! Is this normal? I know a few people on my FB page have mentioned it so maybe it is? All I know is that I am hot, sweaty, and it is not quite 5am. Not so fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteFYI Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Hey there! How are you doing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterborg Posted August 12, 2014 Author Share Posted August 12, 2014 I am good! I have been reading lots and being encouraged by so many people. I am finding great ways of cooking food that is compliant and not much different than what I am used to cooking. I am realizing that my actual meals have never been a real problem but that I snack on 'junk' way more than I realized I do. I am feeling so much better - just need to drink more water which will be my focus this week. I am brewing up some tea to have in the fridge for when I want something other than water too. One of "my people" on a FB group page commented that "It is quite scary to think of the hold food has on us" and I really am thinking about that. Who is in charge here? Me or the croissant? Me or the ice cream? ME!!! Great food day today: Meal One: Salmon, Broccoli, Pineapple/Cucumber/Parsley/Avocado salad, crispy roasted potatoes Meal Two: Hamburger Patty, Avocado and Tomato with Lime juice and black pepper, 2 eggs Meal Three: Chicken/Onion/Mushroom/Zucchini/Cashew nut stirfry with avocado and poached egg. Blueberries. I read about and have been thinking about Robin Williams today. So incredibly sad. Heartbreaking for his children and his wife. Such a loss for everyone. And again, another example to illustrate that choosing to eat Whole30 for 30 days isn't hard. Battling depression is hard. O Captain! My Captain! - You will be missed! xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derval Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 another example to illustrate that choosing to eat Whole30 for 30 days isn't hard. Battling depression is hard. O Captain! My Captain! - You will be missed! xx Wholeheartedly agree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clannah Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 So sad and unfortunately true that those who amuse others often cannot cheer themselves Big loss. Cx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteFYI Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 I've been crying on and off about it since yesterday - but also, feeling pretty disparaged about a lot of thing going on in the world lately. I'm glad to hear you are doing so well! Your meal 2 up there is making me hungry! I better get on making lunch! <3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deirdrej1tx Posted August 12, 2014 Share Posted August 12, 2014 Your menus look better than mine. I need to diversify. Keep up the good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterborg Posted August 13, 2014 Author Share Posted August 13, 2014 I've been crying on and off about it since yesterday - but also, feeling pretty disparaged about a lot of thing going on in the world lately. I'm glad to hear you are doing so well! Your meal 2 up there is making me hungry! I better get on making lunch! <3 @SteFYI I agree. So sad about RW and then there is ISIS, Gaza, teachers wrongfully jailed in Indonesia....so much suffering. And one man's death just seems so personal even though I never knew him. I bought some tea but haven't made it yet - I really need to drink more during the day. We went grocery shopping and again surprised my husband by buying so many vegetables and staying well within budget which is great. I am finding I am not as hungry for snacking as I was a few days ago which is good. Today is my first day back at work - just for meetings - but as a teacher that usually means cakes and cookies. As long as I eat a decent breakfast and take a good lunch, I will be fine. Today's plan: Meal One: Salmon, Eggs, Tomatoes, Avocado, Basil Meal Two: Leftover Stir-fry from last night with avocado, egg, and cashews. Meal Three: This needs to be a good one as I am heading out to a reception at the home of the Head of School and I know there are going to be drinks and food that are not compliant. I find as long as I have eaten a solid meal (protein, fats, veges) then I am much more prepared for this. I am thinking pork and pumpkin curry? We'll see! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteFYI Posted August 13, 2014 Share Posted August 13, 2014 Your meals look so amazing. You're inspiring the heck out of me! Good luck at reception! Sounds like you're thinking ahead, and it'll be easy-peasy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterborg Posted August 13, 2014 Author Share Posted August 13, 2014 OK...didn't have time to make the pork and pumpkin curry but I came home and my (non Whole30) husband had sliced up and roasted my pumpkin for me so we can have it tomorrow....awwwww. I had for meal three: sautéed mushrooms and zucchini, lemon pepper avocado, and a pork steak. The reception was great. The food actually didn't even look appealing to me and I drank sparking water with lime BUT I was standing at the bar area and there was a bowl of nuts and I took three and put them in my mouth and then I realized THAT THEY WERE PEANUTS!!!!! I am sure the teacher next to me thought I was a weirdo, but I spat them out into my napkin immediately, not a crunch in sight. I was gutted but I figure that this isn't going to be cause for a restart as per the last point of the restart rules which basically says, "Do what you want, you're a big girl" Here is what I learned though: planning ahead is super important I am a creature of habit: bar+nuts = eat! I really, really, really want this! I was GUTTED at the thought of breaking the rules over a peanut (again!) and that I got through my first social outing without feeling like a muppet is proof that it might start with food, but it doesn't have to be the only thing you have to have. All in all, a good day - especially with the pumpkin ready for tomorrow! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterborg Posted August 13, 2014 Author Share Posted August 13, 2014 Your menus look better than mine. I need to diversify. Keep up the good work. What do yours look like? My husband swears I am going to turn into an egg/avocado! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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