It's a shame that you had to rush eating the tuna, especially that late in the day. The bloating WILL reduce as your stomach gets used to food again. I wonder if you could look at your schedule over the next few days, and plan what and when you are going to eat, so you don't have to eat so late in the evening.
I try to give myself time to prepare my food and eat now. Taking the time to eat slowly is something I never really did, my mind was always on the next task. Now I try and enjoy the eating experience for what it is, chewing slowly and savouring every bite. A new skill!
Thanks for the comments AJ. Well I went out for the "Italian Meal" last night, me, hubby and another couple. It WAS nice to eat in a restaurant again. I was very proud of myself as I did stick to the water (although the red wine the others drank SMELT very nice), and passed on the starter and had grilled sardines and a green salad with balsamic and a twist of black pepper. Perfect for this stage of management and I really enjoyed it. Felt decidedly normal rather than the odd one out. I think the waiter thought i was a bit weird but WHO CARES. Too many sardines though so Barney the cat got a catty bag and has been enjoying the sardines today. Had my LL bar with a coffee for dessert while the other three had creme brulee. I felt full but so happy. I just hope I can keep this up as other challenges arise.AmandaJayne;173911[COLOR=black said:When I first started eating we went out for lunch (family) and all I had was a side salad (everything else was off-limits due to the cooking processes). It was a real treat to have a plate in front of me like everyone else, instead of just a black coffee![/COLOR]
What a beautiful day, spring is here.
Thanks Cath.Pictures show a wonderful weightloss - well done Joolz
Cath
hi joolz,
just seen your pictures AMAZING !!! you look absolutely fantastic , you should be so proud of yourself.
reading through your thread s so interesting as im just behind you and am fighting with the same issues every day , the head thing is driving me insane, my chatterbox is in overdrive tonight its doing my head in , I'm full but its just pushing me ( no way am i giving in though )
again emotional hunger , issa my little girl has hand, foot and mouth so is poorly , and of course mummy needs comfort too , so my head is giving it what for
i just keep throwing the water down my neck and hope for the best
keep up the good work joolz and celebrate just how fabulous you are !!!! shoulders back and chest out!!!