Hypno's "just for today" diary of rediscovery.

se999

We fly back 3 weeks today. This month is actually flying by for us, as we've a lot to organise ready for getting back, and things to do here before we go.

I think I'm getting to be a sad person, I'm looking forward to having kitchen scales so I can weigh things to go on a strict calorie count for a while.

hypno06

No, not sad.....before I had this week off work, I was weighing everything out to make sure I was having the right portion size for the number of points I was logging.

Before, I just estimated what a "medium size portion of pasta" was, which was undoubtedly far more than what WW consider a medium portion! No wonder I was finding it difficult to lose weight.

What I have been surprised at, is how difficult I have found it to stick to the diet when I have been at home - by the time I go back to work, it will be 12 days of no routine, plus 3 or 4 lbs back on......it has highlighted a very "weak spot" if that is the right word, or perhaps it highlights my need for structure, or perhaps it shows that I only feel the need to be in control in certain areas of my life at certain times, and that I have learned that being at home for a few days is one of those times that I can take my "controlling" head off for a bit.

Hmm....not sure, and must to some deep digging into my thoughts.....

benbenandme

Morning Hypno, just a quickie, theres another new Body Shop dal but oyu need to be quick, they have 342 on their make up and the most expensive item is free, so I just got a makeup palette (£25), and 2 lots of tea tree oil stuff (£4 and £4.50) for £6.80 in total There free delivery and a 20% off code (DHAD000058) and quidco too

hypno06

Thank you benben! Just did it - couldn't get the big make up palette as out of stock, but still managed to get an eyeshadow shimmer cube set, which I love, plus the two tea tree products for the grand sum of £6.80

Thank you very much, as always. Much appreciated :T

benbenandme

No problem, now get over to the giol board and theres a free £5 bet on bluesq, just done it for a 55p loss on the qualifier Free bet doesn't show until you've done the qualifying bet (make sure you enter promo code) .... then I'll leave you alone to enjoy a coffee

hypno06

I'm not signed up with bluesq.........perhaps one I should sign up to

se999

hypno06 wrote: »

What I have been surprised at, is how difficult I have found it to stick to the diet when I have been at home - by the time I go back to work, it will be 12 days of no routine, plus 3 or 4 lbs back on......it has highlighted a very "weak spot" if that is the right word, or perhaps it highlights my need for structure, or perhaps it shows that I only feel the need to be in control in certain areas of my life at certain times, and that I have learned that being at home for a few days is one of those times that I can take my "controlling" head off for a bit.

Hmm....not sure, and must to some deep digging into my thoughts.....

I'm trying to identify my trigger points too, I know if I'm bored or upset I can overeat.

It's also easier to stick to the diet, as you said when it's normal routine. I did cope in London for the 10 days, but after years in hotels a lot and eating in restaurants with OH's work, that's a different routine I'm used to, and know how to control the calories.

So the danger times for me are probably when OH is on holiday at home, or the 2 DS's are back, they like my cooking too much, and between the 3 of them someone is always hungry!!

se999

If people are into Teatree, Holland & Barret stock a teatree soap, it's very handy if you use leisure centre showers a lot, as teatree is naturally anti-fungal, so can help to keep athletes foot at bay.

hypno06

Something scary has happened.....

.......I have got dressed...but seem to have put my running kit on.

:eek::eek::eek:

macgirl

hypno06 wrote: »

......it has highlighted a very "weak spot" if that is the right word, or perhaps it highlights my need for structure, or perhaps it shows that I only feel the need to be in control in certain areas of my life at certain times, and that I have learned that being at home for a few days is one of those times that I can take my "controlling" head off for a bit.

Hmm....not sure, and must to some deep digging into my thoughts.....

You're just in holiday mode. Everyone needs some down time and a break from the old routine. There will be plenty of time for that next week. I'm sure some of the habits have stuck, and you did do plenty of walking in London. Don't worry about it

benbenandme wrote: »

Morning Hypno, just a quickie, theres another new Body Shop dal but oyu need to be quick, they have 342 on their make up and the most expensive item is free, so I just got a makeup palette (£25), and 2 lots of tea tree oil stuff (£4 and £4.50) for £6.80 in total There free delivery and a 20% off code (DHAD000058) and quidco too

Thanks for sharing that benben! :A

se999 wrote: »

I'm trying to identify my trigger points too, I know if I'm bored or upset I can overeat.

Me too! I'm trying to train myself to think "Oh, I'm bored/upset - I'll paint my nails" (or something )