Change is good, but too manny?
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Change is good, but too manny?
| Wed, 04-19-2006 - 3:54am |
Hello everyone, I am new at posting or dieting or doing anything that takes a long time to get accomplished, however I am making a lot of changes. I am getting married in June, (lots of stress there), we just bought a time share, (ten year payment commitment, and I'm a bit uneasy), next year I plan on changing my career path and become a long haul truck driver. I currently work at a travel plaza and have been wanting to go that path for a long time, but as many of you I too have children. In the mean time I am well aware that diet, exercize and good health make it much easier to deal with stress such as this and I really want to make some lasting changes in this area before I start on my new career path next year. I am a heavy smoker and I drink coffee more than I eat food. Usually I eat healthy, but my excersize is limited to work related tasks for the most part. I don't deal with cold weather well, I am arthritic, but now that spring has sprung, I am ready to jump for outdoor fitness and fun. Is there any advice on how to stay consistent and committed to such a major change, quitting smoking, reducing my coffee consumption, and exchanging these with physical activeties that won't be too painfull to start? I am not expecting emediate results in the weight loss and appearance area, I am hoping for results in my emotional wellbeing and selfconfidence.
Snacks and sugary foods are an escape for me when I am stressed wich leads to depression and emotional ups and downs. How do I limit these in my diet without feeling the urge to splurge?
I am sure there are moms that work night jobs but still manage to get plenty of rest and excersize, the question is, HOW? And what about the spouse that feels left out or the kids that need some time too? Where do I draw the line without being too selfish?
Snacks and sugary foods are an escape for me when I am stressed wich leads to depression and emotional ups and downs. How do I limit these in my diet without feeling the urge to splurge?
I am sure there are moms that work night jobs but still manage to get plenty of rest and excersize, the question is, HOW? And what about the spouse that feels left out or the kids that need some time too? Where do I draw the line without being too selfish?

First of all you need to give your self permission to have some "me" time. You will be a much better mother and wife for it.
Welcome to the 30's board!
It does indeed sound like you have a lot of changes you want to accomplish-- good for you! I would be concerned about starting off with so many that you wear down fast, and give up. There is an expression on our board- baby steps!
How about taking about 2 things a week to work on, then the following week add in one or two more- depending on how your week went?
You'll find the ladies (and one gent) here to be super supportive, and always willing to offer advice and motivation.
Looking forward to having you on "board"-
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Welcome to you, misslilgypsy!
Welcome to the board misslilgypsy!
Wow, it's hard to stop those food escapes but I suggest you find healthier alternatives. As far as candy goes I like the Pria Power bars. They have a rice crispy feel to them and come in several different flavors. Also, trail mix kind of is a healthier alternative sweet/salty wise. Gets some M & Ms and raisins for the sweet and the nuts for the salty/crunchy feel. Trail mixes can be a little high in fat but better than eating a bag of chips or M & Ms IMO.
Since it will be hard starting out changing these habits I would change one little thing at a time. One less cup of coffee, eat an apple or grapes instead of a candy bar when the urge hits at least once a day. Only have the amount of cigarettes you want to smoke on you. Not sure how much you smoke but if you do a pack a day only bring 15 with you to work or whatever. Consolidate the extra to another pack. Do these things for a week or a month or whatever you feel comfortable with then after a certain deadline reduce all these things by one. Do what works for you as for as how many things to eliminate and how long before taking the next step. A little step is better than nothing.
Nice to meet you and Congrats on your upcoming wedding.
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