Month 3: Are Small Victories Enough?

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This lifestyle change was never going to be easy. I know myself enough to know that it was going to be an emotional and physical roller coaster.

I love food too much to give up my goodies without mourning the loss of my perceived “food freedom.” While the freedom made me feel good when I fulfilled my cravings, it really put me in a health prison where my life was dictated by illness.

I went into month 3 hoping to at least lose 7 lbs, but alas life rarely goes as planned. My oldest child turned 18, Mother’s Day arrived, and two days after, my youngest son was severely injured in an accident.

I ended month 3 with a 2.5 lb loss and a lot of reflection. I was so disappointed in myself for not being more disciplined. Then I realized that while I let myself eat more than normal, and Keto ice cream was my best friend, I really had a victorious month.

I was under extreme mental and emotional stress. I felt completely broken, yet I stayed faithful to my new low-carb lifestyle. In the past I would’ve used every excuse to eat whatever my heart desired and binged until I was sick. I would’ve gained 5-10 lbs and felt justified doing it.

Instead, I ended the month with a small loss. Yes, I ate more than normal. Yes, I used food (Keto ice cream) as a stress reliever, but compared to where I used to be, it was a victory!

Part of making this a lifestyle is being faithful and committed even when life gets to be more than I can handle. I feel like that was my lesson this month.

I still struggle with feeling disappointed in myself, but I’m holding onto my little victories. I can’t let the rollercoaster of life derail me.

We had some amazing food. My fasting blood sugar was completely normal. My triglycerides were in the normal range for the first time ever! I fit into several pairs of pants that had no possibility of fitting 3 months ago. Good things happened!

Here is to all of our victories, small and large. Keep moving forward. We can do this. We can make positive changes one step at a time.

I would love to hear from you. What victories do you see in your life? What encouragement do you need? Supporting each other is so important. Please let me know if I can be of assistance.

Have a blessed month,

Amber