We all need a make over every now and again. I decided it was time to change things up a bit on this site. You will notice that there is a new look to the site, new layout and colors. I have to get a current picture posted to.
I am still going to writing about struggles with my food addiction. Yes, I might as well call it what it is, a food addiction. I am learning a lot about myself as I deal with this issue head-on. Over the past year and a half, I have managed to lose 30 pounds, but now I find that I am struggling every day.
How about you? Is this an everyday challenge for you as well? Is it more a seasonal thing, like holidays, special occasions, family gatherings? Let's discuss what it is that trips us up. I find that I am getting bored with the menus I had been working with. I was craving some of that good flavor which comes from eating foods with a fat content. After all, fat is extremely tasty. I thought I was over that, but I guess I am not.
Any suggestions? I sure could use some. I will be sure to address what ever issues you are struggling with too. Together we can figure this out. I look forward to hearing from you. We are in this together.
Scripture encouragement for today Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone? Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. (Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 NIV)
Grace 'n Grins,
Judy
Thanks for posting this Judy. I, too, am struggling and craving things that I haven't eaten in a very long time. During the summer I am often out of town for 2 or 3 days at a time attending my grandson's baseball games. This necessitates my eating in restaurants almost every meal. Often I am able to watch my family eat yummy not so good for me foods and do just fine. Other times I find myself hanging on by my fingernails becoming frustrated and even jealous that I am choosing not to eat those "foods". I try to remember that I am out for long term happiness not short term pleasure. But, honestly, it is very hard. I keep telling myself that my food addiction is like Paul's thorn and that God will certainly not forsake me and He will give me the strength to resist. Sometimes, though, I just don't want to resist. At any rate, I am home for this week and planning on staying 'legal' with my food plan. Thanks for the opportunity to vent a little. Hang in there my friend. Together we can stay abstinent one day at a time.
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting, Natalie. Yes, one day at a time is the only way to survive our journey. I will write more on this issue this week. Welcome aboard. Judy
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