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by bighairdontcare
Mon Sep 11, 2017 7:11 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I know that this isn't the point of No S, but thought I'd share as a tangential benefit:

Yesterday I ran into a bunch of people that I haven't seen in months and they were raving about how good I look. It was encouraging both in an appeal to my vanity, but also as a reminder that being at peace ...
by bighairdontcare
Wed Aug 23, 2017 3:56 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Back from an awesome vacation and clicking into habit. :)

I even stopped eating my dinner halfway last night, even though it had all fit into one (*ehem* rather big) bowl. Yay for moderation and doing and redoing behaviors!

We can do this! :D
by bighairdontcare
Tue Aug 01, 2017 4:32 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

No S is always in the back of my mind, but I want some accountability in tightening up my habit.

Am going on holiday in 10 days, but I don't want to use that excuse to over consume prior to going (can go into all or nothing mode at times).

I can do it!
by bighairdontcare
Mon Aug 29, 2016 8:05 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I am coming back to post my next 21 day Vanilla No S.

Day 1
Day 2
by bighairdontcare
Wed Apr 27, 2016 3:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Rawcookie, you always have supportive, helpful advice. Thanks! :)
by bighairdontcare
Mon Apr 25, 2016 4:46 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I had to take a break from checking in, as it was proving to be unhelpful.

I'll be back intermittently with updates on how my habit building is going. :)

Notes to self: Being hungry is not a bad thing. One day at a time, one meal at a time.
by bighairdontcare
Mon Apr 04, 2016 7:50 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

After a super successful 21 day challenge, I have REALLY struggled with my second 21 day challenge. I *think* I am subconsciously feeling restricted, but am not restricting myself at all... I spent some time thinking through things this weekend and felt like I had a better hold on myself when I woke ...
by bighairdontcare
Wed Mar 30, 2016 5:12 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
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BIG SIGH. This has been hard. I'm REALLY not sure why.

Due to having guests in town, etc. I am switching my S Days this week (and this week only! :)). I used one last night and am using one on Friday. Saturday and Sunday will be green days.


Day 3[/u]
by bighairdontcare
Tue Mar 29, 2016 1:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 2

Phew. BARELY made it to green. Knowing that I was going to report was the only thing that kept me in line. I'm not sure why it's been such a struggle lately, but I am determined to solidify the habit. :)
by bighairdontcare
Mon Mar 28, 2016 4:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Thanks, oolala53! I always appreciate your encouragement and positivity. :)
by bighairdontcare
Mon Mar 28, 2016 2:18 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Thursday-Sunday were an epic free-for-all. Granted the Saturday and Sunday bits were S Days. However, it was too much eating, too often, and for the wrong reasons. I DO NOT want to revert back to my old habits.

And I won't.

Onward and upward! Today is Day 1 again. :) I can do this.
by bighairdontcare
Tue Mar 22, 2016 5:24 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 7

I am nailing the not eating before dinner is ready thing. Last night I definitely ate past the point of full. Still green, but I can do a better job of listening to my body.
by bighairdontcare
Mon Mar 21, 2016 2:08 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 4
Day 5
Day 6

A good weekend--good food, good friends, good fun! And I had the opportunity to espouse the virtues of No S to a book club that I'm in. :)
by bighairdontcare
Fri Mar 18, 2016 1:49 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 3

I was REALLY tempted to nibble while packing up the leftovers, but I was able to refrain because I knew that I'd be reporting my habit over here. Communal accountability works! :)
by bighairdontcare
Thu Mar 17, 2016 3:09 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 2
by bighairdontcare
Wed Mar 16, 2016 3:30 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
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I was planning to jump right back into another 21 day challenge. However, I decided to make Monday another NWS because I was hosting a party and wanted to enjoy all the food options (particularly the dessert! :)). It ended up being a one-meal NWS and not a total free for all, which I think is a ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Mar 14, 2016 3:47 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 19 (NWS)
Day 20
Day 21

I'm going to do another 21 days of checking in. I found it really helpful for resetting myself and renewing my commitment to moderation.
by bighairdontcare
Fri Mar 11, 2016 3:44 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 18

Visiting family that I haven't seen since Christmas. They all remarked that I looked "trimmer." That certainly isn't the ultimate goal, but it is a nice comment to hear. :)
by bighairdontcare
Thu Mar 10, 2016 3:30 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 17
by bighairdontcare
Wed Mar 09, 2016 3:50 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
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Day 15 (this day was borderline not green, but I'm going to give it to myself. I am noting that it is slightly a stretch because I want to be reminded that it DOES not feel good to overeat; it still tastes good, though. ;))

Day 16 (this was a SOLID green day! In fact, I probably ate too little ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Mar 07, 2016 1:56 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
by bighairdontcare
Fri Mar 04, 2016 2:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Dang it. Day 11 should be green!
by bighairdontcare
Fri Mar 04, 2016 2:28 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 11

Last night I left some room on my plate so that I could do a virtual plating of mango after dinner. Turns out I was full without the "dessert", so I ended up forgoing the fruit. I haven't eaten much this week, which I attribute to not feeling well. Food hasn't been as appealing. I always ...
by bighairdontcare
Thu Mar 03, 2016 2:38 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 10

Thanks, Queenie! We're in the same area. Hope you're staying warm. :)
by bighairdontcare
Wed Mar 02, 2016 2:14 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Hmm. Home sick and operating off of my phone today. I guess the formatting isn't the same on a mobile?

Nevertheless, yesterday was green! :)
by bighairdontcare
Wed Mar 02, 2016 2:12 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

[color=green]Day 9[/color]
by bighairdontcare
Tue Mar 01, 2016 3:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Thanks for the kind words, Queenie and oolala53!

Day 8
by bighairdontcare
Mon Feb 29, 2016 4:04 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7[/b]
by bighairdontcare
Thu Feb 25, 2016 1:36 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day three
by bighairdontcare
Wed Feb 24, 2016 3:30 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: milczar's check in
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Joasia, I consider today to be a SUCCESS! Well done! Purchasing a doughnut is not a violation of No S. ;)

In all seriousness, I'm sorry that things have been a struggle. Your victories are a big deal!
by bighairdontcare
Wed Feb 24, 2016 3:26 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I did the color incorrectly. That should read Day 2.

I need all the greens that I can get. ;)
by bighairdontcare
Wed Feb 24, 2016 3:25 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 2

Yesterday was almost a red day, but I was able to stick with my habit. Phew, that was a close one!
by bighairdontcare
Tue Feb 23, 2016 1:48 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 1
by bighairdontcare
Mon Feb 22, 2016 3:15 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I am going to do another 21 days of strict adherence. I need to solidify my habits. :) I also think that I need to post here daily, during the 21 days, to hold myself accountable. I'll triple up on Mondays because I don't go online much on the weekend.

I just downloaded an app called Pact, which ...
by bighairdontcare
Tue Feb 09, 2016 8:15 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I am HUNGRY, however it is not time to eat a meal... I'm checking in for accountability because it seems infinitely easier if I come here and publicly declare that I am going to make some tea and HOLD OFF ON EATING for two hours. Note to self: Hunger is not a bad feeling (and repeat x1,000).

My job ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Feb 08, 2016 3:58 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
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This weekend was another free-for-all. Though I was rather pleased that I only ate at 1 of the 2 Super Bowl parties that I attended. It was really hard to say no to more food, but I was 1,000% satiated and had enjoyed more than enough treats for the day/weekend. I am reminded that saying no enables ...
by bighairdontcare
Thu Jan 28, 2016 5:49 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Totally gave into emotional eating last night. Meh. Today is a new day. :)

Overall I feel like I'm embracing hunger as a positive thing and not a I-need-to-eliminate-this-sensation-NOW! thing.

So, so much walking is happening, which delights me.
by bighairdontcare
Tue Jan 19, 2016 7:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

There was a day last week that I decided to have dessert. I had another "I deserve it" moment. And then I contemplated not recording said moment. What I appreciate about No S is that there isn't shame attached to non-compliance. I had a red day and now I am working towards more consistent green days ...
by bighairdontcare
Tue Jan 05, 2016 6:02 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I was a bit cocky yesterday. I should know that I'm too social to resist dessert when I'm the hostess and worried that the other people won't eat if I don't... It was delicious.

Today is a new day. :)

I walked home from work last night, which was good for moving the body. HOWEVER, it is super ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Jan 04, 2016 7:17 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I was way, way, way too snacky over the New Year's holiday (starting 12/30 and finishing up incredibly stuffed on 1/3). It was delicious, but uncomfortable. I think it's important to remind myself of the discomfort when the temptation to shove ALL THE FOOD into my mouth returns.

Last night I was ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Dec 28, 2015 3:51 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

The Christmas holiday was a success! The days leading up to my vacation felt overly indulgent and gross, so I made a conscious effort to curb my excessive eating. I did eat a bit more than I should have (in regard to satiation levels) of savory food, but I was completely moderate with sweets. I am ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Dec 14, 2015 5:18 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Well, this past weekend involved A LOT of sweets and overeating. Not surprisingly, I didn't feel awesome. I had a jam packed, labor intensive weekend and kept justifying overindulging by telling myself that "I deserved it." I need to break away from that mentality.

This morning a coworker with a ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Nov 30, 2015 6:48 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
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Things have been very good, but very tiring in light of the big move and major life changes.

And in the midst of that there has been excellent adherence to No S. I haven't really been monitoring myself, which gives me confidence that it has become a habit. Three meals a day has become a relatively ...
by bighairdontcare
Tue Nov 10, 2015 2:49 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I am (semi-suddenly) moving to a new city this week. Things have been a bit of a whirlwind and there have been lots of celebratory meals. HOWEVER, I'm following No S and feel like everything is in control. :)

Someone told me that I better be careful not to gain ten pounds this week with all my ...
by bighairdontcare
Tue Nov 03, 2015 4:55 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Things are going well! I am focusing on moderation and eliminating mindless eating.

Last night I should/could have stopped eating a bit sooner, but the discomfort was a good reminder that it feels GOOD to stop. :)
by bighairdontcare
Wed Oct 28, 2015 3:01 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

I'm going to call last night a SUCCESS! :) I stopped eating when I felt satiated (possibly slightly more than satiated, but definitely not all caps FULL). I wanted to keep going, but I just said to myself, "Self, you've had enough." And then I spent the rest of the night socializing and doing the ...
by bighairdontcare
Tue Oct 27, 2015 2:53 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Woohoo! Yesterday was a highly successful day of eating. I am so delighted.

Tonight I have a work event where I know the food will come in waves and that I'll have to be intentional about being moderate. I can do it! :)

Thanks for all your support. It is GREATLY appreciated!
by bighairdontcare
Mon Oct 26, 2015 6:23 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

In regard to the article, oolala53, it wasn't actually an article. No S was mentioned in the comments of an article. I looked quickly this afternoon to see if I could find the article (it was from July of this year) and I couldn't find it after a quick glance. When I get some extra time, I'll try to ...
by bighairdontcare
Mon Oct 26, 2015 6:21 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
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Oy vey. This weekend was very eat-y. Too much.

I actually skipped breakfast because I was still not hungry. I ate a small lunch portion that I initially thought wouldn't be enough, but about 5 minutes after eating I started to feel perfectly satiated. I need to remember that I don't need to feel ...
by bighairdontcare
Wed Oct 21, 2015 5:35 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Yesterday was a successful restart, even with a social outing that involved a significant amount of food.

Today I am 2/2 (haven't had dinner yet).
by bighairdontcare
Tue Oct 20, 2015 12:45 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

*did really well at work
by bighairdontcare
Tue Oct 20, 2015 12:44 am
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
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Bummer. Red day. I didn't really well at work and let things fail apart when I got home. I feel gross physically—a good reminder that it feels better to exhibit moderation. Tomorrow is a new day & Day 1 (again). :)
by bighairdontcare
Mon Oct 19, 2015 2:29 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Day 1: :mrgreen:
Day 2: S Day
Day 3: S Day
Day 4: in progress, but I am confident that it'll be a green day

I bought myself a large canister of pumpkin spice tea for work. Whenever I want to snack, I'm going to make myself a cup of tea. It smells delicious.
by bighairdontcare
Fri Oct 16, 2015 2:10 pm
Forum: Daily Check In
Topic: Restarting No S
Replies: 82
Views: 104176

Restarting No S

I found No S this summer in the comments of a NYT article about the decrease in soda consumption in the U.S. Someone had written about their approach to moderation and detailed No S. After some quick Googling, I was certain that this lifestyle was/is for me. I've been doing relatively well on No S ...

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