Ironically, the closer you get to your weight goal, sometimes the harder it is to stick to your resolve, in part because the pace of weight loss slows with time. This slowdown can leave you vulnerable to instant gratification. “I’m not losing much anyway, so why not have that cupcake?” you may ask yourself. For a moment, that momentary pleasure seems more important than how you’ll look in your new bathing suit or business suit.
Let’s assume that you’re staying at or just below your Carbohydrate Level for Losing (CLL), the number of Net Carbs you can consume each day while continuing to lose weight. Let’s also assume that you’re eating enough fat, protein and fiber to remain satiated. Both these dietary habits should help with appetite control, but temptation is always around us. Often the ability to stay the course is a matter of having a list of reasons to remind yourself why it’s worth resisting temptation. They may reside in your head, on an index card, in your diet journal or even on your PDA. Try out the following ideas for size or come up with your own mantras. If you feel momentary temptation, your list should help you keep the big picture in mind.
1.I love to be able to see my feet when I look down.
2.It’s great to slide easily into my pants instead of waging a tug of war.
3.I enjoy the admiring looks I get.
4.It’s fun to have a busy social life.
5.Feeling satisfied but not stuffed after a meal is a pleasant feeling.
6.I finally feel at ease in the buff.
7.I feel sexually desirable again.
8.I enjoy wearing clothes that show off, rather than hide, my body.
9.I feel happy when I look in a mirror.
10.I’m bursting with energy.
11.It’s fun to participate in activities with my family.
12.My size no longer embarrasses my spouse or children.
13.I feel healthy and comfortable with myself.
14.I know that I’m in control of my destiny.
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