Well, me eating hasn’t been quite what I want it to be the last few days, but I keep telling myself that I am not perfect and I will get through this as long as I don’t give up. My weight has been up and down, but it is more down than up and I am happy for that.

I keep walking. I am not sure the last day that I didn’t walk for at least 20 minutes. I feel more optimistic than I have in a long time. My routine for making healthy decision is relatively steady and consistent. Now I need to be more consistent with making good decisions that will have me debt free in about 2 years. That is a little bit harder than the food and exercise decisions at this time. Most of my poor spending decisions have to do with food. If I can get past eating out so much, my debt will go down faster.

I had a sponsor that said make a list of what you are willing to give up and start there. A list of deal breakers (things you are not willing to compromise on) is also a good idea. Adjusting these lists regularly will let you see what you have made progress on and what needs work. I have given up a lot of foods due to how the sugar or carbs make me feel, but being an addict there are still times that I will do things even though I know I will regret the outcome. What are you will to give up to get what you want?

Tags: Just for Today, recovery, OA, Overeaters Anonymous, Twelve Step program