Stress in weight loss September 29, 2009
Posted by gfcvicki28 in Uncategorized.trackback
August-October are not good months for me. They mark the months of my parents’ birthday, anniversary and deaths. Last month when I went to my nutrition appointment, I found that I had gained two pounds. I was experincing digestive problems and just felt lousy all around. As I haven’t been the same since I was hospitalized in latge April, I blamed it on the medicines I had received. However, toward the end of the month I realized the nature of the culprit-STRESS!
I had to begin to remember some funny and comforting throughts associated with my parents. With that in place, I began to relax more. I forced myself to set a bedtime and stick to it. Afterall, those nights that I stayed up late working on contracts and prospective clients proved futile as I found myself nodding at the computer . The next morning I would awake and found that I had made little or no progress with my files. A good night sleep has made the difference. I am more productive and lost weight at the 2nd highest rate since beginning the challenge.
My message to you is the same as I was given at my last nutrition appointment. DON’T BE SO HARD ON YOURSELF.
You will find much better results in life and health.
You are so right, getting the sleep in is key. I stopped working into the wee hours of the night because it does nothing for you. Getting the proper excerise, rest, and food is key to weight loss. Keep up the good work and be proud of yourself for the growth and knowledge obtained.