Ok, not starting this thread to have a "pity party" or anything like that but I couldn't find the type of threads I was looking for so here it is, I'm starting one. I have "fallen off the wagon" in terms of letting sugar creep back into my diet. I have been stalled for a month and a half and I know it's my own doing. I didn't mean to let old habits creep back in but they sure have a way of doing so! I didn't expect it to be easy and the problem started with me justifying eating something "bad" because I could only eat such a little amount that it wouldn't matter...right?! WRONG! I should have known better. The self-confidence that I was exuding the first few months left-the-building during this stall and my "fat girl" mentality is trying to creep back in...didn't realize how much of a mind-game this could all be!

Also, running out of ideas for healthy Snacks as I find myself in a rut with the same types of items. I also find that I have citrus "cravings" a lot. That's where I got myself into trouble with buying popsicles ...epic fail I know! Also, living with someone that's not the greatest support system and who could live on fast food isn't exactly making it any easier. Need a to up the ante in the will-power department for sure.

Anyways, just wondering if anyone else has fallen off-course and what you did to reel yourself back in and get back on track.

Thanks all!!

Oooh! I've been meaning to put a "fat pic" on the fridge---great reminder!!

Thanks everyone else for the encouragement. I talked to someone who told me it takes about 30 days to get something completely out of your system...so I will likely struggle with the sugar "cravings" but I do need to refocus on the goal and stay strong! Going back to a pre-op type diet might not be a bad idea for a while...I was thinking of adding my Protein shakes back in during the day as well. sugar-free popsicles are a good idea as well. I try to stay away from things with Aspartame (just personal preference) but I'm sure I can find something with an alternative. What about making my own by freezing a no-sugar added juice? Just a thought...

I make my own ice pops with my sobe life Water, or Vitamin water zero. I too hate aspartame so I find liquids with trivia ans stevia in them. Just a thought.

Ah yes the time of year we all go on vacation and get yanked out of our comfort zone of the sleeved life... Just got back a week ago and it's taken me all this time to get my head back on straight.. I had to make sure to move the stuff out of the house that might be a temptation because my carb cravings were out if control for days and I could not be trusted!

It's nice to let loose and have fun but its also nice to exert some control again.

Good luck to you

Laura-ven, it's strangely comforting to know you have the same challenges! I also fell off the wagon over the 4th of July weekend. We went away & I ended up eating horribly! Now I am struggling to get back on track. I'm trying to jump-start myself by going back to just shakes for a couple of days but I keep finding myself tempted to have a bit of this or that, and this or that is always bad stuff!!!

I wouldn't feel so down on myself but I'm also behind where my Dr wants me to be & I know he's going to kick my butt at my next appt. I hate being yelled at, makes me feel like such a failure!!

Why, oh why must I love carbs?!?

*sigh*