But, to be honest, even though I wasn't supposed to, I DID kind of view it as a diet as well for a bit there. I thought things like, "Oh, I can't wait til this nutrition program is over so I can have dessert!" and "three more months til pizza!" and "I should save this Splenda until the end of the program". What a totally negative outlook! WHY should I be looking forward to foods that aren't healthy or good for me or that help me to reach my goal? The program is a stepping stone toward a healthy LIFE, not a 10 pound weight loss challenge. I haven't even come close to my goal yet, so I cannot just throw nutrition by the wayside after 12 weeks! Even though I often feel like this is so hard for me and get really discouraged because even when I am succeeding at the plan, I'm not losing any weight, I feel like this is truly becoming a way of life for me---okay, I wanted to make the joke "weigh" of life, but maybe I just think that's funny because it's so early in the morning.
In all seriousness--I am glad I've been on the journey. It really has been life-changing for me, and it feels good to believe now that this is something I can carry on for a long time. Over halfway done! And, yes, it stinks I haven't lost the weight, not even a quarter of the weight, and I'm happy (and jealous!) for those who have, but I just have to remember that everyone's journey is different. Mine just takes longer, and hopefully that means when it finally goes away, it's gone to stay! See? POSITIVITY!
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