OK, I’m sorry, I’ve been diabolical about updating this blog … but what better way to restart, than with a post about Christmas strategy?
Let’s face, with all the best intentions in the world, very few of us are going to have (or want) the resolve not to over-eat at this time of year. It’s just going to happen and that’s the way it is.
Why?
Because, if you’ve been following a diet, even if you have succeeded in shedding a few pounds, you probably still know very little about human nutrition.
So, when confronted by roast chicken, baked potatoes, Christmas pudding and, and, and … you don’t have a prayer.
It’s called “addiction”, though we prefer to talk of “appetite”, or “cravings” if we are feeling up to confronting our demons honestly. But any way you cut you are unlikely to feel in the mood to deprive yourself over such a time of generous spirit.
So, what am I proposing?
Well, I’m a realist. I’m also a food addict, so I’m not talking at you from some loftly height. What I can tell you is what is working for me.
For the last year, I’ve slowly modified my eating habits so that I can eat fewer calories while still enjoying my food and feeling adequately satiated after meals.
During this time I’ve had mixed success. In fact some months I actually went backwards and put on weight and felt less in control.
But I have learnt some wonderful perspective … and I have successfully shifted about 28kg’s in all that time. Nothing dramatic, but eminently satisfying none-the-less.
Anyway, back to my strategy. Because I have trained myself to eat more fresh fruit and vegetables (and less animal products and cooked meals), I can enjoy a huge roast chicken dinner without holding back.
I can also over-indulge with far more alcoholic punch than “should be” permissable … and not feel bad for even a second.
What I’ve noticed is that in the days that follow, I automatically return to “normal” and I simply, painlessly and effortlessly go back to consuming less. Which means I can have fun, even go overboard … but not put on weight, or feel guilty.
Now that’s liberating!
So, gradually learn to eat according to your natural design. Then, when it comes time to let your hair down a little, you can do so by choice and have great fun to boot.
If that’s a secret, the cat’s out the bag.
I do not subscribe to the idea of depriving yourself on occasions. Once you learn how to eat correctly, this will no longer be a big factor in your life and you can enjoy yourself without any negative emotions or fallout.
For any readers who are interested in learning more about how to master your bodyweight and the art of healthy eating, may I suggest you visit my other site here.
I would also like to tell you about a new blog I have been working on called Body Mind Freedom. Unlike “Follow Me Slim” where I will be talking specifically about fat loss, “Body Mind Freedom” will delve into any aspect of natural, holistic health.
May I wish all my readers a safe and peaceful holiday and a productive and fulfilling 2010.
Thank you for all your support.
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