M.T.A.C. (million time around club)

[ladyhairg]

There ought to be a place for those of us who are "millionth time around" . . .

Just thought that I'd brag that I made it through one day yesterday. One day. That's it. Scary, isn't it, to realize just how proud I am of that ONE day. No cheats, no excuses.

Whew! Now, just to get through another one.

Of course, with my birthday coming up on Saturday, do you think I could have picked a better time to re-start Induction?!!!

[ValidRouge]

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Congratulations on making it your first day. That's really all any of us can do, make it through one day at a time. Pretty soon, all those one day's turn into a lifestyle (hopefully).

So, you asked, and I shall answer. Do I think you could have picked a better time to re-start induction with your birthday coming up on Saturday?

Nope.

I think you HAVE picked the PERFECT time. Give this gift to yourself. This gift of LIFE and HEALTH. This year's birthday gift is to create a new birthday tradition of an active, healthy, NORMAL eating person. Make this year's birthday about something ACTIVE and FUN and SELF LOVING instead of about cake that has made you FAT and MISERABLE in life.

How bout that for an answer??

[cathyjobob]

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Hey Ladyhairg,

I agree with Validrouge...this IS the right time to begin again...
Honestly, if it weren't your birthday, it would be Christmas and if it weren't Christmas it would be Easter, etc.
Everyday is going to be littered with it's own little landmines that you need to maneuver around...it's just a matter of making this a lifestyle, committing yourself to it and being determined.
I know that you can achieve this...one day at a time...with all of the great support people provide here.
Welcome back and congratulations on your first day clean

[sofarsogood]

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I'm seconding and thirding ValidRouge and CathyJoBob - it's a great time to restart! Probably by Saturday you'll be in ketosis and it won't seem as bad as it might today to do without the C word.

[Outback Jess]

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Induction is a wonderful present to give yourself...and making it through a special day is really an important milestone in the whole process...It's great that you are off and running...Ketosis is right around the corner and sooo well worth white knuckling to get thru to there....
Way to go

[huggija]

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I agree...induction is the best present you could give yourself. And I know all about those excuses...it's Thanksgiving, it's Christmas, I'm going out with friends. BLAH BLAH BLAH

"It's the constant and determined effort that breaks down all resistance and sweeps away all obstacles." Claude M. Bristol

[Scooterjam]

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Excellent to have you with us! Perfect time to start induction.

The right time is the right time!!!

Don't forget to check in with Roll Call everyday. It's a great way to get your day moving and say hello to all your fellow Atkineer friends!!

Best of wishes, can't wait to hear more of your success...

Oh yes and Congratulations for making it past day one! Today is new day!!

[Tiggerdagibit]

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I'm in the mtac too. lol One day IS something to be proud of! That's one day closer to a healthier you!

[ladyhairg]

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Okay, I'm up to day 4 and still going strong. I think that's a personal record for me. Bless you all for the good advice and support you've given me. You are all absolutey right -- eating this way isn't about deprivation. It's about giving myself that gift of health and well-being.

I'm already planning ahead for my birthday -- the boss wanted to bring in lunch for everyone but I asked her not to. She kept saying that it's my birthday so I deserve a treat. I finally told her that DH is taking me out for dinner and I want to be REALLY hungry, so I'd rather just snack on my own "lite" stuff at lunch time. Also, my Mother-in-law is going to bring in a cake to the salon that morning -- there's no stopping her; she's like a raging river -- and I'm going to set it out by the coffee station to share with my clients.

DH says I can choose any restaurant I want for dinner, so I'm choosing Finley's, where I get a free steak on my birthday. I know I get a free dessert, too, but my kids always eat that anyway. Right off my plate!!! No problem there!

A little planning, a lot of determination. And as my friend, the recovering alcoholic, pointed out to me -- Induction Flu is WAAAAY easier than the DT's she went through.

[sofarsogood]

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You're soooo lucky that you have so many people in your life who want to make your birthday special! It's just to bad that everyone wants to celebrate with FOOD.

Also, from experience, I think sugar withdrawl and alcohol withdrawl are similar - especially the psycological component. Think about it, your mother and your boss wouldn't think about insisting on having a 40 of vodka at work to share with everyone on your birthday if you were a recovering alcoholic!

I know you'll stay strong tommorrow.

[Lyssie]

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Good Luck tomorrow! It sounds like you have it all plotted out, which is the best thing you can do.

[zencyn]

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Sounds like you have a good plan for tomorrow. Stay strong and then come tell us how you triumphed!