Transitions

We are going through some major transitions at work.  Yes, that is plural, not a typo.  These changes are going to be long and hard.  In the end, however, I believe things will be better.  So, why am I discussing this on a weight loss blog?

Because not once in this whole time, have I thought "Boy, I need a cookie!" or "I think a lot of ice cream would make me feel better."  No, "I've had a hard day, I deserve something good to eat."  I will admit to hitting the diet cherry limeade pretty hard, but to me that is a wholly different thing.  Especially if the whole artificial sweetener thing is ignored, as I am doing now!

Funny thing is, I hadn't realized that until this afternoon.  I was discussing the latest development with another member of the management team and felt myself getting antsy to walk.  The sun was shining, I knew it was warm and I needed to walk a lap or two... or three...  I needed to clear my head.  Even funnier thing is, as the conversation drew to a close, he said he thought I needed a walk!  He's a very perceptive man.  He's a mental health specialist. 

It made me so happy to hear his comment.  I knew he was recognizing my new found stress reliever.  As I walked, I realized that I hadn't turned to food in my stress.  In fact, food has really moved down the list of concerns for me.  I eat what I'm supposed to eat, when I'm supposed to eat it and I move on.  Believe me, I have other concerns!!

Now, please do me a favor and don't tell anyone OK?  As soon as word gets out that I'm doing well, I go do something stupid.  And, if I do have to come back in a day or two and confess a slushie instead of a diet cherry limeade, please don't be too harsh with me.