The Scale..

[Jenafer]

I am too heavy and I am tired of trying to diet. Recently I got an old book about getting more healthy from a second-hand dealer. And I found some of the information in the book most helpful.

For example: to concentrate on food intake on a dialy basis, and don't focus on the scales. I find this approach less stressful than worrying if every mouthful of food I put in my mouth is turning to weight on the scales.

So I am going to work at eating healthy each day and watch my portion sizes (without weighing and measuring). I do know about a balanced diet and I will aim to get the right food in to support good health. For example: I have noted that I don't eat enough low-fat diary for my bones.

I am also going to try and be a bit more active..

Before I go, I was wondering how some of you cope with the scale issue..

Best regards, Jenafer

 

[jjd]

It sounds like you're definitely on the right track, Jenafer. I would be careful not to weigh myself not too often, once a week at the most. I personally have found that I need to avoid scales altogether because the numbers are very triggering for me. Just try to take it one meal at a time.

 

[dreamingofasong]

Hey Jenafer!

jjd sounds right-on. if you're making the number on the scale more important than how you're feeling in all aspects, it can become a problem. i'd go for a once-a-week max too.

Good luck on your journey!

 

[Nobility]

Hey hun... I don't personally have an ED, but I've had one in the past, and still deal with teh scale "business"... Since actually needing to lose weight can be triggering for some in this forum, how about you PM me, and I'll show you some other places that might be best for you to post in.

 

[DreamboatAnnie]

I stay off the scale and go by my clothing. That scale lies. lol Another thing I do is meaurements.

 

[DustyfootPhilosopher]

Personally I go on the scales fairly rarely. Once in four moths. I just use measurements now. It's so much better.

 

[MMikayla]

I use the scales each time i walk past the bathroom . Good luck on keeping away from them , be strong i am weak .