Thursday, July 13, 2017

A Star Spangled Cheat Day

 So cheat day #3.... 4th of July. I really didn't intend to... it just kind of happened.

Friends had a pool party/ cookout that day. I used my tools and tips they've given us which is to bring something with you that you know is Virta friendly so you have at least 1 thing you can eat. Well, knowing they were going to do a cookout, I figured the burgers would at least be something and that I would bring a Virta Friendly coleslaw to help round out the offering.

So upon arriving, it was pool time!  There was fruit out by the pool, which have learned from my first cheat is probably not a good idea, so I was actually able to not pay any attention to it and go about the day. Shortly after that came this traditional party corn dip that makes an appearance at most events with this crew. As it is a dip, chips are necessary also.  I considered having a bite... but then rethought that knowing we would soon eat dinner and I could hold out for my burger with cheese and coleslaw.

Victory!

And then came dinner.  I doubled up my burger, added cheese, a bit of mayo, and made a sandwich with two pieces of lettuce.  And then put a healthy helping of coleslaw on my plate and dinner was served.

Except it only took me about 3 minutes to finish my plate.  And my friends were still eating. And Eating. :)  It's really intriguing when you experience something actually in the moment that you've only had head knowledge about previously... but I am a social eater. I felt this internal pressure to continue to eat. NO fault of my friends.  No one said anything or did anything to make me feel that way... I just did. So... what did I do...I hit the dessert table.  Cookies and a brownie and a bit of dirt pudding - "just to try it".  And it was delicious.

But my numbers paid for it the next day. And the next day. And even the next. And I do what we all do... I get incredulous thinking ONE cookie couldn't possibly have that long of an effect. Justifying my actions by lessening the offense and not taking ownership of the results.

Why do we do that?

I don't know... but I do. But I value these events and opportunities because I'm learning so much about myself and having to face it. Like I previously said... I had the head knowledge of what I do, but was never fronted with it with some form of accountability. This is such a great growth experience!

Next time... my virtual world becomes a reality... stay tuned.

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