Posted by Gregg
on March 13, 2008, 7:36 am, in reply to "Re: One Month Update"
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That’s a very interesting story about your late night drive, considering gastric bypass, and hearing me on Coast-to-Coast AM, Jason. Wow! We just might have to get you on a talk show to tell that story. And Rita, too. Even though I know she would tell everyone I push too much Balsamic and Lemon (LOL!).
I am very impressed with your story, Jason. And your progress and your drive and determination. Keep it up and keep us posted.
The book does talk about how to measure your own body fat and take simple measurements. I recommend at least taking a tape measure and measuring your waist, etc., so you can keep track of the size reduction. After all, getting healthy (and hot!) is more than just losing pounds (although I certainly know how good it feels to see the drop on the scale).
As for the minor substitutions you’re making, I think it’s okay -- as long as you keep your substitutions very limited and use them as few times as necessary. There’s a very important reason for this. Too many variables leads to eating foods, which aren’t on the plan and that, can lead to a binge.
We have to remember that to lose weight, we must make adjustments to our eating. This sometimes means missing foods we’d rather be eating. Fact is, it’s easier to stay within a limited group of foods and to mix those up for variety, rather than “sneaking in” other foods. I know you’re not doing sneaking and adjusting as necessary. It sounds like the kind of adjusting you’re doing is okay.
As for the Just Stop! Monthly E-Newsletter, you (and anyone) can send their email to this address to subscribe (it’s free):
enews-subscription@juststopeatingsomuch.com
In regard to the work cravings, I suggest having carrot sticks and celery sticks handy. Pack up a few in plastic bags that are ready to eat. Maybe one for the morning hours and one for the afternoon hours. Or even the drive home. Snacks should be limited on the Just Stop! Plan, and I know there’s nothing too thrilling about celery and carrots -- but they fill you up in a healthy way and are easy to tote around. Also, remember that sometimes it’s good to be hungry before a meal. That means our body must rely on our stored fat to sustain itself. I’m not saying don’t eat or skip meals. But I am saying that some hunger is good and even normal as your body adjusts to your new and healthier way of eating.
I would also suggest staring a scrapbook or keeping a journal with some visual pictures in it. This is something I did and that I discuss in the Just Stop! Book. I would include pictures of “thin people’s clothes” I wanted to wear, things I wanted to do (like wear a bathing suit without a t-shirt) and even pictures of the types of people I wanted to date. No kidding. These visual goals were very helpful to look at when the “Demonic Ice Cream” was calling my name. It’s important to keep your mind and focus on what your true goals are. A little sacrifice now will be worth it, Jason.
KEEP UP YOUR GREAT WORK, MY FRIEND! 
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