Fat Brain

Since I started this journey, I learned this term. And while I'm able to control it most of the time now, it still slips in occasionally. What the term means is that little voice/craving that hits us when we see a donut, or think about having a second slice of cake, or another scoop of ice cream, or whether or not to continue eating when we think we're done. I guess you could call it the devil on your shoulder (think of the devil and angel on someone's shoulder debating good or bad). I've let fat brain rule my life for far too long, and I thought that I had locked it up, and thrown away the key.

Well, last night, I had a slice of my diet compliant cake. And I really, really wanted a second slice. All night, I had to fight myself, telling myself no, I don't need it, I want it. I ate a small snack of cheese, hoping protein would help. I tried distracting myself with doing other things. But it just kept wriggling in my brain, chanting "Chocolate, chocolate, chocolate." Now, I totally did NOT give in to my craving. I was a good girl, and just went to bed in the end. But boy did I want that cake last night.

So, where did this sudden outbreak of fat brain come from you ask? Well, I need to get a little personal here, and I'm sorry if it's TMI. But, I'm at the end of my time of the month, and during this time, I tend to crave chocolate. Over the weekend, I gave in to my craving and DID eat a second slice of cake (I had one in the late AM, and one before bed). So, by giving in, I gave fat brain a foothold back into my life. Big Mistake. I WILL NOT let it take over again.

I think the biggest thing, when dealing with Fat Brain, is to recognize when you're being tempted, and to walk away. If you have a support group at home, and you know you need the help, ask for it. I know my husband is NOT afraid to call me out if I'm eating something unhealthy, that I'm not supposed to. Use whatever help you can to keep yourself on track. You've got this. :)

~♥~
Lady D