tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post6713827889886474665..comments2023-10-20T01:45:56.058-07:00Comments on Something Brilliant is Brewing: Disorder me up another clean dayLesliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12401609334253676307noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-12415956988260013462010-04-20T20:24:26.309-07:002010-04-20T20:24:26.309-07:00I feel for you, Leslie. Hang in there; you'll ...I feel for you, Leslie. Hang in there; you'll figure out how to get back into "drive". Hate it when something that I usually don't even care about (like saltines) trip me up. <br /><br />Give yourself a lot of credit for trying to find answers, and for chipping away at this.Genie @ Diet of 51https://www.blogger.com/profile/12666514999795984295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-3992021021626521332010-04-20T20:13:25.061-07:002010-04-20T20:13:25.061-07:00Leslie, I have been going through the same thing. ...Leslie, I have been going through the same thing. I havent been blogging because I feel like a hypocrite. I WANT THIS SO BADLY but for some reason, I have not even been trying lately. Im refocusing, but its a struggle to get myself motivated again. YOU CAN DO IT! WE can do it! Im here for ya girl!Kristinahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13552460636726401948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-5336901318993431632010-04-20T18:26:41.402-07:002010-04-20T18:26:41.402-07:00Oh Leslie, I just want to hug you, you are trying ...Oh Leslie, I just want to hug you, you are trying so hard! And you will figure this out.<br /><br />I hope you re-read Deb's comment several times. It has sooo much truth in there. There are the spiritual/mental/emotional sides, which are HUGE! <br /><br />But for SOME of us, there is truly a physical side... a substance that affects us, our brain chemistry, how we secrete hormones and blood sugar levels, enzymes, etc etc.<br /><br />For Deb, is was gluten. I was tested and am NOT allergic in the least to gluten. But I go bonkers and have "foodlust" when I allow myself to eat sugar, or things that quickly turn to sugar-- like flour or white potatoes. For me, eating a white potato is like eating pure table sugar!!<br /><br />Anyway, years ago I when I attended OA and AA meetings, I remember them talking about the connection between how alcohol affects some susceptible people, and those same people being susceptible to sugar/flour. So, perhaps this might help you?? It may or may not, but you could check into it. In fact, I'm thinking you already know about it, eh?<br /><br />Thing is, you'll get there, because you don't give up. Seek and you shall find. I believe that.<br /><br />Loretta<br />=^..^=Rettahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10034267067410245582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-20843506361564770322010-04-20T17:18:38.516-07:002010-04-20T17:18:38.516-07:00I finished as well. I think times like this - tho...I finished as well. I think times like this - those inner reflection times - are the times that we grow and get better. Sure, we may get knocked back down, but each time we get up, we move further along. There is one thing I know for sure about you - I KNOW you can do this.South Beach Stevehttp://www.logmyloss.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-73950551183564598832010-04-20T16:03:18.087-07:002010-04-20T16:03:18.087-07:00You can do this.You have shown that you have what ...You can do this.You have shown that you have what it takes to overcome addiction. Saltines are sugar in the form of a square. When you eat those little guys they turn right into sugar and if you are carb sensitive it sets up the craving for more.That craving is as strong as a craving for drugs. I think knowing that helps so that you don't think it is all up to will power or the lack of it.<br /><br />You are strong and you will succeed. Wishing you well today and all of the days ahead.Tamihttp://www.nutmegnotebook.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-26394547969507077312010-04-20T15:20:14.235-07:002010-04-20T15:20:14.235-07:00Hang in there! We are all fighting the same battle...Hang in there! We are all fighting the same battle (DARN SALTINES!!!) This FOOD addiction is sometimes HARDER because uumm...well we need food to live! Big hugs and lots of support!!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07009516137159510425noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-43386990878157962962010-04-20T15:16:42.780-07:002010-04-20T15:16:42.780-07:00I finished! Interesting link, as well. Our relat...I finished! Interesting link, as well. Our relationship to food can be tricky, for sure. I don't think that I will ever be "normal". I won't ever be a person who can keep saltines in the house, for example, as I have no brakes. If I know stuff like that is in the house, then it's a constant obsession. And I usually fail. <br /><br />You will find what works for you - you are one smart cookie!Roxiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01440676304336222503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-86448341082928487322010-04-20T15:11:08.552-07:002010-04-20T15:11:08.552-07:00Hi Leslie. I could lol at Chris saying she eats ju...Hi Leslie. I could lol at Chris saying she eats just 3 rolos. <br /><br />For some of us this thing is more difficult than for others. I know that when I am in a good eating pattern if I have ANYTHING that is not on the schedule then I can be shot to pieces. This is partly mental and partly physical. <br /><br />I suffer from overproduction of insulin. Often when I eat I feel more hungry afterwards than I did before I started. If I eat randomly and not on a strict plan then my blood sugar is shot. ANYTHING involving wheatflour is bad news - even if it's wholewheat. I eat 8 thick slices of wholewheat toast in a sitting, then will still be looking for something else. <br /><br />I know I can only eat certain foods and still be OK. And that is very restrictive. Like an alcoholic who is unable to imagine the rest of their life without alcohol. I KNOW I can do it for a while ... but the rest of my life? <br /><br />I really don't know what the answer is. But it probably involves abstinence of all foods which trigger and a very strict eating plan ... forever. <br /><br />And right now I am not doing abstinence, any kind of eating plan or forever. So I am nowhere on this. <br /><br />At least you are in the ball park. Like you are constantly circling it but not quite getting there. Just not quite catching the ball (buttery paws? sorry). <br /><br />It's like the kiddologist inside always wins - in my case "Yes you can just eat that piece of cake and that will be it" or "Yes you can buy that box of cakes and not eat all six in one sitting" (I am trying my very hardest NOT to buy anything which comes six to a box)<br /><br />I think this week I am just going to try to challenge the kiddologist a bit! Small goals I know ...<br /><br />Bearfriend xxFriend of the Bearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01338137165061207438noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-72785520878610890912010-04-20T13:41:32.580-07:002010-04-20T13:41:32.580-07:00Leslie.
I've learned a few things from having...Leslie.<br /><br />I've learned a few things from having a sister with <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leigh_disease" rel="nofollow">Leigh's Disease</a>, a daughter with <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FPFxYq6Mons" rel="nofollow">Rett Syndrome</a>, and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bipolar_NOS" rel="nofollow">Bipolar NOS</a>. <br /><br />There is no such thing as normal. Remember? back in paragraph 6? <br /><br />Next, we do what we can. We stretch our own abilities. We accentuate the positive. <br /><br />We don't hate ourselves for not running the marathon because we're too busy celebrating that we walked with two hands held to the table for dinner.JourneyBeyondSurvivalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03701594704460907630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-55870631105870314392010-04-20T13:36:06.128-07:002010-04-20T13:36:06.128-07:00Hey, Leslie. (Be prepared, this turned into a nov...Hey, Leslie. (Be prepared, this turned into a novella of my own.) I don't think any of those rhetorical questions or believe that your fears of failure will come true. I don't.<br /><br />As you know from dipping into my own blog, I have the same trouble. I don't articulate it as well as you do, but I hear my situation in your words.<br /><br />I know you want to lose weight. I know it's not from lack of effort or desire. And, no, you're not pathologically engaging in self-flagellation.<br /><br />And, here's something else I know: some cravings are above and beyond what "normal" people experience and call cravings. There is a different spirit, emotional element & intensity.<br /><br />(I wrote a post about it talking about needing a different word other than cravings for what I feel & settled on 'foodlust'.)<br /><br />I discovered the difference between normal cravings and foodlust a few days after I had eliminated gluten (accidentally) from my diet.<br />I had 10 perfect days--then had to go back o gluten to get tested--then struggled for weeks.<br /><br />Right now, I've had another 10 perfect days. I've eliminated all major sources of gluten (some things have a smidge of gluten added--like some salad dressings) all aspartame, and sugary things. My only source of carbs are from fruit, veggies, dairy & low-carb dark chocolate. :)<br /><br />I told you all of that to say this: I'm back to normal-people cravings and wishes. You know like, "Hmmm. Noodles would be good with this cabbage." or "Hmmm. That meatball sub is pretty good..." BUT THAT's AS FAR AS IT GOES. It is a normal, just say no, passing thought. It is powerless. Not so when I eat gluten.<br /><br />I don't know if gluten is your thing. It is mine. The six year shingles-like rash I have had is almost completely gone. Only a little tingling patch of skin (so weird) and the scars remain. The foodlust is gone, too.<br /><br />If gluten is not your underlying cause, something is. Yes, you may eat when you're anxious, bored, etc--but there is something more. Something physical that is driving it.<br /><br />It is not your character, your will, your desire or emotional incompetence. It is something else. Ask God to show you what it is.<br /><br />Keep at it, girlfriend. We're gonna get it done.<br /><br />DebAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-2243641691538844272010-04-20T13:01:00.859-07:002010-04-20T13:01:00.859-07:00I did make it to the end.
I also have Steven Sosn...I did make it to the end.<br /><br />I also have Steven Sosny's articles linked (always there) on my side bar under "psychology links" so if you lose track of them all - you can find them again.<br /><br />I am noticing a trend when you DO a challenge. I think you might go through the same pattern each time. I am not sure WHY, but I think I see a repeat of behavior/thinking. The only suggestion for thought I have is 3rd party/outside force VS change within oneself.Vickiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05452333714845476967noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-40584491705409871222010-04-20T11:49:37.708-07:002010-04-20T11:49:37.708-07:00I read that article back when Roni posted it. Ver...I read that article back when Roni posted it. Very interesting.<br /><br />But I do think sometimes there is no big deep reason for overeating. We're not weak willed, we're not emotionally overloaded, etc., etc., Ocasionally, we eat simply because we like the taste. Food is a sensual pleasure.<br /><br />Of course, you know yourself better than anyone so by all means work on figuring it out. Which is the equivalent of never giving up.Helenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14974376008651624094noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-25020237550897363832010-04-20T11:15:25.384-07:002010-04-20T11:15:25.384-07:00I don't get it either! My story is very diffe...I don't get it either! My story is very different than yours, but I ask similar questions. And I appreciate your honesty and openness.Karen@WaistingTimehttp://www.waistingtimeblog.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-44522474082189724952010-04-20T11:02:12.399-07:002010-04-20T11:02:12.399-07:00Chris is a gem, isn't she? lol I agree...eat...Chris is a gem, isn't she? lol I agree...eat whatever you want..just count the calories. Counting calories is considered a pain in the ass for many....but you know what I consider to be MORE of a pain in the ass? Staying fat. It breaks down to simple math. If you stay under a certain number and do some moderate exercise, the weight will come off. We'll get it down pat one of these days girl....just gotta' keep hittin' it! :)Tammyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09903038555489140718noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-11123347985501527742010-04-20T10:39:08.595-07:002010-04-20T10:39:08.595-07:00I read it. The reason I really like seans approach...I read it. The reason I really like seans approach to eating is because those saltines you talked about..Not evil.<br />I have 10 or so with butter every other day..not diet butter..REAL BUTTER. i LOVE saltines with butter. I just add them into my calorie count. I don't think we should eat diet food. Just food we like. Yes, we need to get our veggies in, and our fruit in..but if one day we want three rolos...(yesterday for me for instance...well...I was sitting at 900 calories before dinner..knew I was going to have turkey sausage and veggies...that it would come in around 400-450...so I allowed myself 3 rolos (which are about 35 calories apiece) boy did i enjoy those suckers. the more so for knowing i wasn't going over my calorie budget. I don't think your weak willed. I think you like crackers. lol.<br />Hugs,<br />Have a better day.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13708815560712267698noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-84093673120092929092010-04-20T10:25:03.311-07:002010-04-20T10:25:03.311-07:00I read it all!!! You can do this :)I read it all!!! You can do this :)Pining for Pinteresthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18281923465561005941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9172726268459163555.post-88416759756932736852010-04-20T10:18:18.887-07:002010-04-20T10:18:18.887-07:00Thank you for sharing all of that. I know that add...Thank you for sharing all of that. I know that addictions are hard, whether they are alcohol or food or smoking. I understand the frustrations you are expressing.<br /><br />Thanks for the link to the article - I'm going to head over there and read it!Diane Fit to the Finishhttp://www.fittothefinish.com/blognoreply@blogger.com