Fluffy
I really like the term, Head Hunger. I suffer from that, too. Mostly at night. I quell Head Hunger by drinking a nice chocolate Protein Drink, thereby killing two birds with one stone.
Because of travel, I haven't had my first fill (in over two months!) so I too am a slow loser, and will suffer under the expectations of those I told before I left on my travels. You can always quote statistics to those who doubt you, because they are not al wine and roses. Check them out! It will let you off the hook.
Na slapping around, just realize that this is a PROCESS, and you need encouragement. Chin up! Keep going!
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