Off the scale again
28 April 2008 by livingrainbowcolor
After thinking about my doctor’s suggestion to ignore the scale for a while, I decided to do it. Now I’m going to try weighing in only monthly, even though I’m noticing frequent urges to hop on the scale right now.
So far, I’ve rationalized that not only should I step on at the beginning of the month, but I should do it several days in a row, so I can get an “average.” While that is statistically true, I suspect this is really a secret urge to get on the scale more often, so I can continue to obsess.
What are the right affirmations in this situation? Something like:
- I measure my progress by observing my eating habits
- I judge success by my peace of mind w.r.t. food choices
- The plan I’m working on has many actions, but none require stepping on the scale
Hmmm. The urge has lessened.
This is wonderful advice! I lost 48 lbs and one thing I did was not hover over my scale. I measured my progress by dropping my McD’s habit, late night foraging, and replacing certain foods with better choices.
I represent author Susan Hanshaw’s upcoming work “Inner Architect: How To Build The Life You Were Designed To Live.”
We believe our thoughts and words are the building blocks of our reality. The following is a sample of some of the steps you may consider:
http://innerarchitect.wordpress.com/2008/04/29/the-power-of-your-mind-supporting-your-reality-one-thought-at-a-time/
http://innerarchitect.wordpress.com/2008/04/25/the-7-habits-of-a-conscious-creator-think-your-way-to-a-new-you/
I hope some of this is helpful or sparks discussion.
Would you consider reviewing Susan’s book upon it’s debut in June?
Thank you!
dean and susan