Week Three

This week marks the third week since restarting NROL4W and a general effort to take better care of myself. Last week was was a bit disappointing--I only worked out twice. This week I feel much better and have already been to the gym three times. I need to start getting up about 10-15 minutes earlier, but getting up is getting just a little easier.

There is a big increase in my confidence and positive attitude. I am very focused on positive self-talk right now. Any time a negative thought about my body comes to mind, I turn it around to something positive. "That belly flab looks gross" becomes "You're getting thinner every day." I've also starting making more of an effort with my appearance, spending a few extra minutes with makeup application and choosing cute outfits.

Now, halfway through the third week, it seems like I'm hitting a stride. I'm still staying off the scale. I feel good and don't want a disappointing number to derail me. My eating could certainly be a little cleaner, especially on the weekends and at dinner time. Although it does seem like my portions are staying more in check lately. I've also been using the self talk on food, telling myself that I'm satisfied.

Do you struggle with negative self-talk? How do you fight the negative "voice"?