It's been a long day. I was on the computer responding to client emails by 7:30 a.m. and answering phone calls before 8 a.m. I've been out showing properties, submitted two purchase offers, reviewed a third that came in on one of my listings and worked on negotiating short sales.
And it's that time of the month. I'm realizing that this is one of those times when I would rationalize eating what I want... The mantra goes something like this: I've worked hard all day, I'm tired, I've got cramps, I'm achey and I deserve a treat.
My assistant mentioned meatloaf earlier and I've been thinking of it since then. I'd love to go to Sprouts and pick up a meatloaf (they have the best meatloafs in the universe for those of you who aren't watching your weight!)... A couple thick slices of meatloaf sounds wonderful.
But I'm just gonna say No tonight. Tomorrow morning, I will step on the scale and I know if I indulge, it will produce a higher number and take me off the path I've just embarked on. I hope that as time passes, it will become easier. But if not, I guess I will just get more used to it being hard.
Congratulations for stickin' to your goal, Shannon! Change isn't easy and I'm working on a lifestyle change too. I relate to your 'treat' after a rough day, as I've done the same one too many times! But the satisfaction of achieving your goal becomes MUCH more satisfying than submission to impulse. Once again, Brava!
ReplyDeleteThanks Shirley! I appreciate the encouragement. It's so hard to get started and it's hard to stick with it, but I think once you begin forming healthier habits and outlooks, it gets a little easier.
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