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    Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

    Hi, all. Just made up a list for myself of things I can do to sidetrack/distract myself when I get the urge to eat (because I'm bored or I want to, not because I'm hungry). I'm looking for more ideas...what would you all add to the list? I'm looking for things to do that would take maybe 15 minutes, wouldn't take a lot of special equipment or knowledge, and could be done at home (or possibly work), some that are fun or just plain goofy to distract me from the fridge!

    Here's my list so far...
    • Practice the guitar or other musical instrument for 15 minutes.
    • Play some funky music and dance for one song.
    • Read a poem, short story or a chapter from a novel, just for fun.
    • Write a postcard to a friend.
    • Call up or email a friend.
    • Walk around the block.
    • Drink 16 ounces of water.
    • Go put on your favorite shirt.
    • Draw a picture or color in a coloring book.
    • Purge old files and papers for 15 minutes.
    • Try on at least 3 hats.
    • Look at a photo album.
    • Play solitaire or another computer or card game.
    • Do 15 minutes of yoga poses.
    • Do 15 minutes of tai chi.
    • Take a shower or bath.
    • Walk up and down the stairs 15 times.
    • Take a 15-minute power nap.
    • Write in your journal for 15 minutes.
    Thanks for your help!
    - Sarah K
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  • #2
    Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

    *Play with your dog or cat or whatever pet you might have (they'll love you for it).
    *Groom your pet or clean their sleeping or pottying area (depending on what you may have)
    *Draw up plans for a dream vacation.
    *Kiss or hug someone (maybe a little more)




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    • #3
      Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

      Great ideas lets keep it up.
      *Read a book
      *Research the internet for a new hobby
      *Clean a closet
      ~Lauren~



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      • #4
        Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

        This isn't 15 minutes but taking a class somewhere is always a good idea. Crafting, dancing, writing etc. Whatever tickles your fancy. There is nothing like educating yourself and staying away from unhealthy stuff.




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        • #5
          Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

          Learn to knit or crochet and make an afghan

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          • #6
            Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

            Play in the snw for 15 minutes (if you have any)
            Take 15 minutes and make sure the checkbook is balanced
            take a 15 (or more)minute shower/bath(nice and relaxing)

            RE-RE-Start date 1/16/06
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            SW: 225(backslid 6lbs with the holidays)
            CW: 225
            Mini Goal 200 (going to get hair extensions put in when I reach this weight)
            GW: 165
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            • #7
              Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

              I would suggest hemp macrame or beading. I love making new necklaces and bracelets and anklets for my thinning appendages!! Make a snug fitting anklet and watch it slide lower and lower over your ankle bone as you lose over the next few months.
              *Melinda*
              *Condiment Queen*
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              "Argue your limitations and they are yours" -Richard Bach

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              • #8
                Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

                work a big jigsaw on a table you can leave it on untilyou get done.
                write a letter to some one you care about.
                RAK (random act of kindness) somebody like a neighbor shovel their walk if you got snow take in the mail or paper for an elderly neighbor go visit them.
                by the book atkinseer

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                • #9
                  Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

                  Give yourself a manicure, pedicure, facial etc. I find it hard to eat when my nails are wet or I have a mask on my face.
                  Jen

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                  CW 139 lbs
                  GW 135lbs /maybe 130, we'll see
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                  • #10
                    Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

                    Watch some DVDs or Television (IS that too un-PC to mention)

                    I just bought the 3rd Season of the family guy so I have been watching that - good for a laugh. That'll keep you occupied for a while!

                    Also if you have a partner - there is snuggling ?
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                    • #11
                      Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

                      I like to come here
                      cross stitch
                      read
                      play with my kids
                      e-mail my mom and sister
                      come here and read
                      TJ
                      TJ female
                      just taking it as it comes right now.
                      215/198/110
                      re-start date 4-23-07
                      measure every Sunday night, weigh every Monday.

                      Here's hoping I start liking Mondays

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                      • #12
                        Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

                        I wanna cross stitch.... I lost my needle though

                        RE-RE-Start date 1/16/06
                        Top weight- 237
                        SW: 225(backslid 6lbs with the holidays)
                        CW: 225
                        Mini Goal 200 (going to get hair extensions put in when I reach this weight)
                        GW: 165
                        26/female

                        Knicknack Challenge!!! - 14 days cheat free



                        Before- 233

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                        • #13
                          Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

                          Thanks, y'all. The knitting/crochet/cross-stitch ideas got me thinking about beading, which I used to do and like -- and when you're trying to corral those teeny beads, it's hard to think of food!

                          Also liked the idea of visiting an elderly neighbor. My partner's grandma lives with us downstairs, so I can go visit her anytime, and she seems to enjoy having someone to chat with and ask how her day is going. Great idea!

                          I put all the ideas on business-sized cards, so I can keep them in my pocket or purse and flip them out when I've got the munchies and need a distraction. I figure I can tell myself, "just do this other thing for 15 minutes, then if you're still hungry, you can have something."
                          - Sarah K
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                          • #14
                            Re: Things to do besides eat...looking for ideas

                            Take some extra time with your tootsies (feet)...moisturing, filing callouses...

                            Think about all the great walking they will help you do to lose weight!!!!!
                            Sharron - Musical Theatre Geek! Female, age 49 -
                            Second time arounder - started Atkins 2/2001 @440 lbs LOST 150 GAINED 110
                            Restarted 6/1/05 for the FINAL TIME @ 431 lbs Lost 80 Atkins
                            Came back 10/1 after losing 109 additional on Weight Watchers
                            Weight on 9/30/07 239.8! Lowest EVER!
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