Sugar is my heroin. And I'm not crazy to think so--have you heard?
I've always had an especially, um, fierce sweet tooth, but recently (and a few other times before recently) it's gotten a little out of hand. Like, mood swings so fast they'd give you whiplash, sugar highs and lows so dramatic I can't think, amounts of cake so large that I'm sure my blood was at least 60% flour, butter, and sugar. That'll make you feel pretty nasty. Ooh, dessert is a fickle master.
So I'm going to detox. Starting tomorrow, no more sweets for a whole month [A WHOLE MONTH?!!??]. I have a strategy, a super supportive husband, and a clear idea of what it's going to feel like. They say the withdrawal symptoms will subside after about two weeks. Today I stocked the fridge with all things wholesome and yummy--I even splurged on some hummus. I've got motivating audio books about health and vegetables and stuff all ready to go on my iPod. I've got knitting and embroidery projects galore to keep my hands busy while we relax at night.
Jared offered to give up soda if that would help me. That's how I know he loves me. (And of course I won't let him give up soda, at least not right now--that would take the attention off ME and MY suffering!)
I know it's not a sin to eat sweets. I'll probably reintroduce them, slowly, after the month is over. But it's my weakness and I truly believe I'm addicted. (Also? Diabetes runs in my family. Really need to watch out for that.) I need to assert my self-control, prove to myself that I can do something hard. If nothing else, it will be an experiment in just how many ways I can feel better [and worse] without chocolate.
So who's with me? You don't have to give up sweets, but maybe there's something you've wanted to try going without--TV, caffeine, whatever--to see if your life improves. Think about it.
inspired me: Proverbs 25:28
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Alright, okay, fine, I'll give up freecell. Since I played it for about 20 minutes just now instead of starting my Mommy Salon paper, which I can't do now because Nathan is stirring. I just needed someone to go along with on this. I gave up minesweeper, but only to replace it with freecell. Now I'm going to replace BOTH with reading, and writing, and things more wholesome.
Go Kristy, go Kristy, go Kristy! I've been snacking on trail mix, and string cheese, and carrots, and apples, and yogurt lately (my midwife urged me to get more protein). Just keep that mouth busy with other things, right! Good luck! Thanks for the scripture!
Wow, that's impressive.
We gave up fast food this year and it's been great so far.
Wow! Good on ya. I just can't. I also have a really terrible sweet tooth, and it is taking all my will-power lately to limit myself to one sugary treat per day.
They say that if you eat less sugar, you'll crave it less. But I can never get to the part where I'm eating it less so my cravings will subside. Alas.
I did a month of no sugar last year. It's totally doable. I was suprized how many things have sugar in them, like peanut butter. but you can find lots of great substitutes (I even got sugar free Valentines candy!) Can't wait to hear how it goes for you!
Wow, Alesa, that's awesome. I don't know if I could cut it out altogether like that--you are strong! For now I'm just focusing on the desserts and all the "gratuitous" sugar. Like the butterscotch chips I'm eating right now. Sigh.
I'll give up squash, though it will be difficult.
You can do it! My new year's resolution was to give up caffeine and I LOVE LOVE LOVE Pepsi. I drank it everyday. Well...I haven't had any caffeine since Dec. 31st. I feel so much better, but I still totally crave Pepsi. When I am really tempted, I drink a root beer (diet root beer) or Crystal Light and that helps. It sounds like you have good back up plans...like hummus, so that is good. :)
You can do it!! Good luck and let us know how it goes. :)
I was just telling Dan that I think my love for sweets has become a real addiction. Christmas pushed me over the line. I will consider the challenge, but it will have to be all sweets except ice cream rations.
I suck at giving up stuff. What I am good at is adding stuff. So, if I think I need to give up sugar I turn it around and say, I think I need to eat more whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Sounds like you've got that part going on too. The part that always kills me is the deflation when I feel like I failed at "giving up" something - the excitement when I make progress in adding something is just that much better. Because you asked though, I will give up college football until August.
You go girl. I'll eat an apple in your honor!
Kristy, we must have the same genes! I did this a while back, because it was becoming a need and not a want. My trick is to chew gum, most of it is Sugar free! And, this is my best weapon... I know it sounds wierd but I brush my teeth when I feel a craving coming on! It is hard to eat a big piece of chocolate when my teeth feel all nice and fresh. Who knows if it works for everyone, but give it a try!
Buena Suerte!!!!
Oh you are brave!!! You can do it though. You are one determined lady. I remember hearing something on TV about a Dr. who wrote a book called "You On A Diet"(not saying you need to go on a diet cause you don't- just that something he said might help). Anyway, he is a famous Dr., I just don't know his name. But I remember him giving healthy alternatives to curb sugar cravings- maybe it would help it will help.
You are a lot stronger than me! I am happier and nicer...when I have chocolate...haha
I seriously don't know how you are doing this.
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