Exercise: x
0-5 at 8:45
cereal
Note: This post by Sue gave me some good reminders on how to eat consciously in present time within 0-5. In particular I appreciated the tip about leaving some food on your plate each meal for about a week. I've done this in the past, as a sacrifice to the Lord, and it was TOUGH! But it was also a great way to cut free of the entanglement of the sin of greed and gluttony. I am going to make this my aim once again, at least for a time.
0-5 at 1:15pm
tomato, lettuce, cucumber, cheese toasted sandwich
Note: Absolutely delicious:-) And I asked the Lord to show me what my portion was and to make my spirit willing to stop when I was full. And I actually had a moment (before my last bite) where I "heard" the words in my head "That's enough." Thanks Lord for being the giver of good gifts, for meeting my every need and for making my spirit willing. Amen.
"0" at 5:30pm
0-5 at 7pm
a mix of fried potatoes/hot dog (that my husband lovingly made:-), some fruit/veg juice, two small bites of fudge, a bit of hot chocolate and a bit of caramel popcorn (UNTIL A PIECE OF MY TOOTH BROKE OFF!)
Note: Yes, that's right, a corner of one of my back teeth broke off and it is a bit painful (I'm keeping my mouth closed as much as possible at this point)... I'm going to have to figure out what to do! I think I'll be stopping by a pharmacy this evening to figure out some solution for pain and then tomorrow I'm hoping I'll get in to my dentist first thing in the morning. I found it a bit humorous because I was thinking I was going to have trouble stopping at #5 with seconds on some of the caramel popcorn on the way... Was it God stopping me? :-) I'm not sure, but it was ironic:-) Thanks, God?? :-) One thing I certainly am thankful for is that I don't have any plans for the next two days (apart from lunch supervision) so it should work to squeeze in a dentist appointment without scheduling problems.
Purpose of this Log
1. To help hold me accountable to myself and to the Lord. It helps me be more intentional and apply observation and correction more effectively.
2. To be transparent to others that they may also hold me to account and help sharpen me (GENTLY PLEASE) as they feel led by the Lord.
3. As I proceed prayerfully and intentionally, under the canopy of God's grace applying observation and correction along the way, my hope is that others can also learn a thing or two from my failings...make that "learnings"...and also from my victories in the Lord.
2. To be transparent to others that they may also hold me to account and help sharpen me (GENTLY PLEASE) as they feel led by the Lord.
3. As I proceed prayerfully and intentionally, under the canopy of God's grace applying observation and correction along the way, my hope is that others can also learn a thing or two from my failings...make that "learnings"...and also from my victories in the Lord.
In a Nutshell
I am following an approach to eating that is outlined in the "Thin Within" book by Judy and Arthur Halliday. I am not focussing on measuring or weighing foods or labelling foods as "good" or "bad" but rather aiming to eat when I'm hungry ("0") and stop when I'm satisfied ("5"), focussing on the keys to conscious eating (listed in the right hand column).
Another central Thin Within (and more importantly biblical) teaching that I aim to use with this food log is observation and correction, living under the canopy of God's grace on the path of God's provision. In a nutshell it's about turning to God and confessing and repenting and the amazing grace and love of God that changes us from the inside out.
Another central Thin Within (and more importantly biblical) teaching that I aim to use with this food log is observation and correction, living under the canopy of God's grace on the path of God's provision. In a nutshell it's about turning to God and confessing and repenting and the amazing grace and love of God that changes us from the inside out.
Keeping in mind at all times...
The most important aim of my life needs to be to "seek first His kingdom and His righteousness" (Matt. 6:33) and sit at my Lord's feet, feasting at the Lord's table (Ps. 23:5), getting "fat on Jesus," filling up on His Word and finding true satisfaction that can be found in Him alone. The Lord's Table study brought this into proper focus for me.
"Everything is permissible for me"—but not everything is beneficial. "Everything is permissible for me"—but I will not be mastered by anything. 1 Corinthians 6:12
"So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." 1 Corinthians 10:31
"Everything is permissible for me"—but not everything is beneficial. "Everything is permissible for me"—but I will not be mastered by anything. 1 Corinthians 6:12
"So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God." 1 Corinthians 10:31
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
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I've done this in the past, as a sacrifice to the Lord, and it was TOUGH!
I remember learning this from Weigh down, and your right, I couldn't believe how tough it was. There were a few times I would look down at my plate and think,'oh my, I forgot to leave something on my plate'. Which means I was NOT focusing truly on what I was consuming, but more like shoving down the food and not enjoying it or being aware of what was in front of me.
I don't remember reading that in WD. I started doing this back in June at this post:
http://christina-foodlog.blogspot.com/2008/06/june-12.html
It's definitely time to return to that spot.
I read that book about 11 years ago, lost 30 lbs. Well as you know my story, not only did I gain 30 lbs back, but another 60 on top of that through the years. Praise God He didn't leave me in this state..
Wanted to comment that I lilke the 'purpose of this log'. The wording is very powerful.
I am SUCH a list person. I write down schedules, chores, etc. I used to write down what I would eat for quite awhile on my internet ministry. This though really became a bondage to me. I don't know why, when I'm a 'list' person, and thrive on it, but when it came to food, I found I obsessed SO much more when I was writing down what I ate. Could be I also wasn't focusing on the Lord but more on the food...daaaa,,just figured that one out,,lol
Honestly, I'm not on the computer all the time, but I do check it often as you can tell:-)
I can relate to the bondange with keeping a food log. I felt called to cut it lose back just prior to summer. I continued doing it privately at that time, which worked great. I find writing it down helps me be more intentional, whether done privately or publicly. Sometimes I have struggled writing done the actual foods consumed because that is where I struggle with feelings of concern over other's judgements...
Then I was back at it in the fall, but felt like such a "failure" as I was having trouble being consistent and the greed for food fully reared its head once again. So, back off it went.
And now, back on it goes. My main reason is that I feel I need to do more observing and correcting and pre-planning and I know that if I actually have some friends who walk alongside with me in this I'm more likely to stay on top of these tools, FOR GOD'S GLORY ALONE:-)
Okay, I need to get some planning/budgetting/organizing done for piano lessons. Take care:-)
You know I struggle with what other's opinions are of me. I'm getting stronger in the Lord, and keep in mind Proverbs, "the fear of man will become a snare, but those who trust in the Lord will be kept safe." I think the feeling of inadequacy (sp?), not measuring up, etc, stem way back from childhood. sigh, God is good though.
I have even thought to myself, 'oh my goodness, people must think I'm on the computer all day long,'. I give that to the Lord also, He knows my day, He knows how I spend my time and I MUST rest in Him and NOT what I think people are thinking of me,,oh, just yucky yuckiness that can bring upon me.
I remember when I used to write down what I ate at the msn group, I too had thoughts sometimes, 'oh my goodness, what must they think of me with all this food I ate,'. God was so faithful though and surrounded me by people that loved me, encouraged me and supported me. I was never attacked, judged, or made to feel like a failure when we started journalling our food intake.
Hope your having a blessed evening with your family, and your piano students...((hugs))
You're awesome, Angela. I'm praying for you. Thank you for your support and encouragement. Feels like I have a friend walking right beside me each step of the way:-)
I hope you and your tooth are okay. Did you get to the dentist? Praying for you~
Praying for you today with your tooth. I hope you were able to have a peaceful nights sleep.((hugs))
Thanks ladies for your prayers. God certainly answered all the prayers as my pain seemed to diminish right about 8:30pm last night and has been fine ever since. I'm getting in to see a dentist this afternoon. So, praise God for answered prayer:-)
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