Quote:
|
I don't know if it's because I'm eating more than I usually would when trying to lose fat, or because my mind is in a good place in regards to my goals and behaviors, but I'm feeling really good about tucking those cookies away in the kitchen without a second thought. I grabbed my water bottle instead. And right now, I may help myself to that last 1/2 cup of fresh strawberries in the fridge.
|
I feel similar. I feel like since I got on this program and really got my priorities in order, its easy to say no to junk. Before, I used to try to rationalize why I should have cookies or whatever after dinner, but now I'm of the mindset that there is no rationalization, and I'm not going to make any progress by lying to myself and saying that the cookies are okay. It probably also helps that even though I'm eating clean, I don't feel like I am restricted calorically. So if I'm still hungry after dinner, I'll have something that will help my body get stronger and healthier, and not feel bad about it. I still look forward to my weekly sweet treat, and since it is a once-weekly, planned thing, I don't feel the need to rationalize. All I have to do is enjoy it!
With all of that said, however, anyone who thinks one or two squares of chocolate a day is going to kill you needs to have some fun! Personally, I never approach chocolate as a means to get more antioxidants, that's what fruits and vegetables are for, it just tastes good!