Enter Alison. In years (ugh, let's be honest... months) past, I would have attacked these with as much vigor as a lioness would attack the last gazelle left on the planet... and most likely, I would have left no prisoners. So what's different about today?
See those little "bite sized" cupcakes at the bottom? I ate 2. And no, I didn't forget to put a number in front of that. Just two. And I was satisfied. I'm bringing a red velvet (from the top, the big'uns) home to my husband tonight, and we'll split it for dessert after our birthday dinner tomorrow. I shared the rest with my friends. Anyone who knows me KNOWS I'm not big on sharing when it comes to dessert. A few months ago, I would have never dreamed of splitting anything. Especially if the number one ingredient was sugar!
I know it doesn't sound like much, but that's a big advancement in my quest for a healthy lifestyle. To be able to show such restraint and not feel like I was depriving myself is a huge accomplishment. Y'all... it didn't even take effort! There was no will power involved at all! Fact is, that was all I wanted.
How, you ask? I can honestly tell you that my change in mindset and the reduction of my physical cravings can be attributed to just two (as in the number of mini-cupcakes I ate today) things:
1. Shakeology. I hate to admit it, but investing in that bag o' goodness was one of the best damn things I've ever done. Looking back, the only thing I wish I had done was bite the bullet and get it sooner. It totally eliminates my cravings. And y'all know I have a fierce sweet tooth.
2. The network of support I found with my fellow fitness challengers. I know that at any given moment, I have individuals who will be there for me and talk me through any of the obstacles I might face on a daily... with the understanding that I can do the same for them.
I have literally stumbled upon a goldmine. Happy birthday to me. :)
