#9- 100 Day Goal - Abstinance from Obvious Sweets - Want to join? Please Do!

[cali]

I have to go brush my teeth, and get out of the kitchen or there is going to be a problem. I am over tired, and genuinely hungry becasue I waited too long to eat. I came home and chowed..nothing at all "bad", and certainly no sugar, however not the pattern I want to be in by any means. I will plan better tomorrow!!
Good night!

[Rowan]

Ugh you guys! I'm still OS-free but not exercising and ate crap today i.e. burgers and fries. It's very hard to look at this part of myself, but, like Jack, I share the character defects of defiance and being undisciplined. I will strive to work harder in this area, and to not be so hard on myself for not being 'perfect' - thanks for all who continue to share their progress and inspiration.

Nina - well done on resisting the birthday cake! Cake is my very favourite! I am really really craving sugar right now.

And Astro - awesome job on nearly reaching your target weight! What a milestone! Have a great night, all.

[Pony]

All the wonderful sharing that goes on around here brought our post count up again..... so it was time to start another new thread.

Keep it up

[smiling jack]

Thanks, Pony, for restarting the thread. For those that may not know...when a thread gets ~500 entries, a new thread needs to be started and the previous thread gets sticky pasted in the top part of the ED forums. So there are over 4000 posts that have been listed in this thread. I never would have believed that would be possible!

Another sober day...for that I am very, very grateful.

Nina - 3/8/2009 - 55 Days
Cali - 4/1/2009 - 31 Days
Astro - 4/10/2009 - 22 Days
Fubarcdn - 4/13/2009 - 19 Days
Poppy - 4/13/2009 - 19 Days
Rowan - 4/15/2009 - 18 Days
Jack- 4/16/2009 - 16 Days
Pony - 4/17/2009 - 15 Days
Dave - 4/19/2009 - 13 Days
Bamboozle - 4/19/2009 - 13 Days
Cathy - 4/24/2009 - 8 Days
Roxie- 4/25/09 - 7 Days
Neagrm -4/30/2009 - 2 Days

[Fubarcdn]

Good morning OS'ers.

Well I made it another day OS free but I had a close call at dinner last night. We went out for steak in the restaurant (the Keg) in our basement and I easily passed on desert as did everyone else but when the bill came with the candies I put one in my mouth and my wife said isn't that an OS so I immediately spit it out without swallowing any of it,
We had been talking about you guys at dinner so indirectly you saved me. Thanks.
So, because of that I am still OS free.

[californiapoppy]

Boy did I want ice cream yesterday ! Seems like it's been ages since I really craved anything sweet, but since I see my day count it can't be that long. We went to a Country Rock Festival it's an all day outdoors event, with barrel racing and line dancing and concerts. We did a lot of dancing all day, and I got tired and a little nauseous, just off track I guess, so we left and on the way home I kept thinking how good a big bowl of cold ice cream would be, it's a really good thing that there are no Dairy Queen's or Baskin Robbin's in France, at least not in my parts, because for sure I'd have stopped. Fortunately also that I do not have kids around and that it's not summer yet, there are no sweets or ice cream at home, so I munched on raisin bread when I got home, ate too much at dinner, but didn't get any sweets, except those raisins...

[dave47]

Many thanks to you Jack, for starting a thread which has run for so long and been so helpful to me. I don't think my eating will ever be what I would consider normal, but through you and others here I can keep a control of it most of the time.
Congrats Astro on touching your target weight. It has got me thinking that even though people say my weight looks fine, I reckon I could shift a good 10 to 15 pounds to be at my target weight. I don't think I have been there since around the time I got married( 16 years ago).
Well done Fub, a few times I have lost days by doing exactly the same thing, only difference I don't realise until afterwards D'oh!
Glad you didn't slip up Cali, and that you are aware of what the problem was. You have told me in past to be very careful of being tired, and definitely our resolve is weaker then, so good for you. I have tried brushing my teeth as well, when I think of it and it does work.
Well we have loads of OS in the house, unfortunately I can't help what others want to eat. I survived yesterday and back from my Sunday morning run now, so I am sure I will survive today as well.
Thanks to everyone, hope the day goes well.

[cali]

Well we have loads of OS in the house, unfortunately I can't help what others want to eat.

Dave-that's it in a nutshell-thanks for that! I really have come to the same conclusion! Although I do the grocery shopping, and I have made HUGE changes on what I bring into the house, I still do buy certain foods for others. I remind myself of those *key words **for others**. So far, I have kept it at that, and have not eaten anything unacceptable or strayed from my path.

I know beyond a shadow of a doubt what works and what doesn't. I don't have to continue being a "chronic relapser" with drink OR food. I really am starting to understand acceptance as I apply it on a daily basis.
Have a good day all!

[Fubarcdn]

I am becoming a label reader. You know the type. I only look for sugar content and protein content as I am trying to convert my belly fat to muscle and need the protein to aid in that while keeping a low sugar count.
I was surprised to find that honey nut Cheerios have not much more sugar in a bowl than Fiber 1 cereal, (10g vs 6g).
Orange juice is the thing that surprised me most. 25 grams of sugar (6tsps. ) in a glass. I think I will be replacing my morning OJ with another fruit with less sugar content when my supply runs out.
I don't count it as an OS though since it isn't processed sugar but it is something I want to cut out so I can lose that last inch or so of belly fat.
Still OS free and off to study sugar content of other fruits.

[smiling jack]

I read the sugar on labels, but I never read protein. Thanks for bringing that up Fub. I start reading for protein.

Dave, Cali and everyone, I have learned a lot from you all, and continue to be grateful for your being here for me.

Living sober is helping me become the person I always wanted to be...a good, honest, fair human being...instead of the degenerate my addictions can make me. Take care all.

Nina - 3/8/2009 - 56 Days
Cali - 4/1/2009 - 32 Days
Astro - 4/10/2009 - 23 Days
Fubarcdn - 4/13/2009 - 20 Days
Poppy - 4/13/2009 - 20 Days
Rowan - 4/15/2009 - 19 Days
Jack- 4/16/2009 - 17 Days
Pony - 4/17/2009 - 16 Days
Dave - 4/19/2009 - 14 Days
Bamboozle - 4/19/2009 - 14 Days
Cathy - 4/24/2009 - 9 Days
Roxie- 4/25/09 - 8 Days
Neagrm -4/30/2009 - 3 Days

[Astro]

I try to avoid juices since 1/2 cup costs me a point on my WW diet, it's almost not worth it, much more filling and healthy to eat an apple or orange, which is also 1 point.

Still OS free, and I took all the cookies in the house to my AA meeting tonigfht. The kids will never miss them!

[dave47]

Checking in and going strong.
Have a good day everyone.

[Rowan]

Good morning everybody. Starting my day off with yogurt and tea - only because there is no food in the house LOL.

Still OS-free and the flu bug is well behind me. I'll begin exercising again, moderately, this week, and will make conscious, healthy food choices.

Have a great day everyone!

[Cathy31]

Oh no! That's how I feel...I got 4 days, then a 'small' slip, then another 4 days and a 'small' slip (is this sounding like alcoholism or WHAT!!!) then yesterday OMG! I went beserk! baclava (basically oil and pastry and sugar), some chocolate, some ice cream I just could not stop! What do you know!!!! Had I kidded myself I could eat sweet things responsibly, I think so!

What were the results ? Could not show up for my meeting (AA) last night- too tired from sugar crash. Could hardly get out of bed this morning.

And yet, there is a small part of me saying SURELY I can beat this thing!?!?

So! I am back to square one. Day 1. I have the tools and like someeone mentioned I am just a typical addict, undisciplined, don't liek to take directions, etc

Tomorrow I am going into hospital to get 4 impacted wisdom teeth out. I am hoping this will give me the kick start i need - everyone is saying stock up on ICE CREAM but I DO know I won't do that! :/

Cathy - day 1 - 4th May

cathy31
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[Fubarcdn]

That is too bad Cathy.
I feel sad for you on one hand yet insanely jealous on the other. I am sure everyone can relate to this to a certain degree.
My son was happy to see me OS free yesterday as we only have desert on Sunday and he got to eat my portion. He is 6 foot and only 160 pounds so it won't hurt him. He can eat anything he wants and not have to worry about it. Those were the days.

[Cathy31]

Thanks Fubar! I KNOW it can be done and I also know it's ONE DAY AT A TIME and I also know that I got to start again. Thanks for all the support and the success stories here...

I heard somewhere (or maybe it was wishful fantasy?!?!?!) that sugar/food addiction is the ONE addiction that you CAN moderate once you've got some (significant) clean time under your belt...i.e. you can become a cucumber again? Is that true do you think?? Obviously I am a long way away from that and abstinence is all taht'll work right now, but just wondering...

Cathy31
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[cali]

Orange juice is the thing that surprised me most. 25 grams of sugar (6tsps. ) in a glass

Wow Fub--I knew there was a lot of sugar in OJ but to see it in those terms is sort of shocking! I don't drink it and no one in the house likes it so phew!

Cathy--gosh, I've been there and I totally relate to where you are!!! I suggest just hopping back on board and try not to beat yourself up!!

OS free today for sure!

[smiling jack]

I so much enjoy your posts! I am grateful for the new energy that Fub, Rowan, Cathy, Astro, Poppy and others bring. Thank you for your sharing.

That said...I saw the candy bag yesterday my wife bought for people coming over for bridge. I may as well have opened the bag then...and eaten them all then...because I caved in 8 hours later...after actually believing again I could eat one or two and refrain from the rest.

It is disordered eating on my part. I like how Roxie puts that. I can be orderly and disciplined if I am willing to take responsibility for my own needs. I never wanted to grow up and do that...maybe I accepted being "spoiled" as a child...

It's never too late. I can try to get it right today. Take care all.

BTW, Bamboozle, you need to check in.

Nina - 3/8/2009 - 57 Days
Cali - 4/1/2009 - 33 Days
Astro - 4/10/2009 - 24 Days
Fubarcdn - 4/13/2009 - 21 Days
Poppy - 4/13/2009 - 21 Days
Rowan - 4/15/2009 - 19 Days
Pony - 4/17/2009 - 17 Days
Dave - 4/19/2009 - 15 Days
Bamboozle - 4/19/2009 - 15 Days
Roxie- 4/25/09 - 9 Days
Neagrm -4/30/2009 - 4 Days
Jack- 5/4/2009 - Day 1
Cathy - 5/4/2009 - Day 1

[roxiestone]

Just checking in on this Monday morning.

I read this on a "Normal Eating" blog and I thought it valuable for my recovery:

You can do now what you could not do as a child—understand others’ motivations, put behavior in context, contain and share your feelings, hold mixed emotions, and remain in tact even though you feel as if you’re falling apart or about to explode. To improve your relationship with food and to become mentally healthy, let yourself be guided by Geneen Roth’s excellent advice: “The only way out is through.” Remember through means you do come out at the other end.

[californiapoppy]

Originally Posted by Cathy31

I heard somewhere (or maybe it was wishful fantasy?!?!?!) that sugar/food addiction is the ONE addiction that you CAN moderate once you've got some (significant) clean time under your belt...i.e. you can become a cucumber again? Is that true do you think?? Obviously I am a long way away from that and abstinence is all taht'll work right now, but just wondering...

Cathy31
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Well, I've been thinking....what do you do after the 100 days? Pig out? After 100 days I don't think I could, well maybe I could, I'm really resourceful. But I do believe that we can moderate sugar, but it can't be all that easy.

And don't feel bad Cathy, for the moment I'm still OS free, but I'm going to have some of my granddaughter's first birthday cake, so I'll be back to day one when that happens, and it happens WAY before my 100 days.

Keep it up everyone, we're doing pretty good. I can't say it gets easier every day, because I do get cravings, but for the moment if I watch out for what triggers me off, I do ok.

[Rowan]

Hi everyone! Jack, I think you miscounted my days? Yesterday it said 19 and today it says 19 - I worked hard for these 20 days!

Cathy I totally relate to your slip - I love baklava (I don't know how to spell it either), and chocolate. Ice cream isn't a biggie for me. I don't know how I have gone this long, but I'm much less tired throughout the day. And, I DO believe that I'll be able to moderate eventually. For now, it's a nice break, as sugar was ruling my diet.

Jack - I relate to the candy thing, too. I love love love candy.

I'm just glad you guys are back on board. I, too, love the expression 'disordered eating' as it perfectly describes my food habits at times.

Hope you all have a great day. I was starving until I had a handful of raw almonds - I feel much better now.

Hugs to everybody. Together we can achieve anything!

[smiling jack]

You're right...your 24 hours only count for half days because Fub said you're .....whoops...

If your start date is 4/15...then I believe that's 16 days in April and 3 days in May = 19 days. I think I screwed up somewhere else on yours and had 20 for you yesterday when it should have been 18. I didn't go back to check where it was...

I am sorry for the change. I have beeen wrong before...so if I am wrong here...please let me know. Thanks.

[Astro]

Originally Posted by Cathy31

I heard somewhere (or maybe it was wishful fantasy?!?!?!) that sugar/food addiction is the ONE addiction that you CAN moderate once you've got some (significant) clean time under your belt...i.e. you can become a cucumber again?

I've been contemplating that, what do I do when I've abstained for 100 days, does this mean I'll never eat sweets again? I've heard of people that do it. And when it comes to moderation, I know I can't moderate drinking so what makes me think I can do it with sugars? I'd like to have an ice cream or cookie now and then, but I was at my AA meeting last night and the thought crossed my mind to eat a few handfuls of mini chocolate cookies.

My eating was a little disordered yesterday, no sweets but I had some heavy side dishes with dinner and some salty snacks before bed, so my weight was a little high this morning. I'm trying to stay focused on my eating today.

[Nina Kay]

I didn't realize that it had been several days since I checked in here. I am still OS free, just for today.

It's so good to come here and see so many posts. I'm thankful to each one of you for coming here and sharing your ESH. It's so encouraging and very helpful in so many ways. One of the most important ways is that I can come here and know that I am not alone and I am not hopeless in my endeavor to be healthier. There has been success with others and I can have success in this area of my life too.

[Astro]

It's 2 AM, can't sleep, I'm up drinking milk and munching on saltine crackers. My right arm hurts like crazy, feels like arthritis or something so I'll need to make a Dr.'s appointment today, and my mind is racing cuz the air conditioner is malfunctioning and running non-stop, hasn't shut off since 9 hours ago

Still OS free though. Daughter made brownies last night. When I was putting them away and cleaning the pan I kept thinking about nibbling on the crumbs. How pathetic