Yo-Yo-Yo

Oh the yoyo-ing. I have been going back and forth so much. I usually fluctuate within a three pound range. My concern is that the range has moved up 2-3 pounds over the last few months; that's the real weight gain.

As of today I am down a pound-- 3 more to go. If I can shift that range back down, that will be my real accomplishment. I've been a lot more careful about what I'm eating and a lot more dedicated to exercising this week. No brainer, but that's what made the difference.

I've been wondering if I need to go back to Weight Watchers or something to get the rest of the way to my goal, but I have other uses for my $65, so I'm going to try a little longer on my own. I'm going to start picturing myself actually achieving my goal instead of always thinking about how difficult it is. Some positive thinking has to help, doesn't it?

Also, I read something the other day about how eating healthy and caring for your body isn't selfish, it's good stewardship. That helped me to look at this whole process in a new light. Instead of feeling like I should get to eat all the treats I want and that I'm having to deny myself, I want to look at it as caring for my body in a way that will give me the best of myself and that will show love and care for the body that I have. A small perspective shift, but helpful for me.

Keep on going, everyone. I'm cheering for you!