Well, It's time to look at the calendar for 2015 and set some reasonable goals to achieve along the way, rather than just looking at "I want to lose 70 lbs this year". Notice what occasions and events are coming up along the way and try to plan accordingly. Even I know that losing a stagnant 1.35 pounds per week, every week, just isn't realistic. I'm guessing, if history is a good measure, that I'll lose 5-7 lbs the first 2 weeks, then I'll get comfortable with that little bit of success and either stay put or even gain a pound or two in weeks 3-4. Then will come the decision point.... get back on track or just throw in the towel and give up. Well, this year, I'm promising myself that I'm not giving up, which leaves room only for one thing.... get on track and keep moving.
So, today I'm looking at my calendar and charting my course; setting out a plan, a daily schedule, along with deciding on rewards for milestones reached, and devising a plan for when I fall behind and need to get back on track. I'm also setting weekly and/or monthly challenges that will build upon one another. Focusing on one thing at a time means I'm less likely to get frustrated and overwhelmed and then quit. It occurred to me today that working toward my weight and health goals has a wonderful umbrella benefit for my family.... they'll be eating better as well since I'll be cooking more at home and relying on drive-thru less.
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