Winning at Losing Forum

right and the left

Started by rachel 1 day ago

in my family, out of 6 girls and my mom, i was the size 8 instead of the 2. it seemed all of the women in my family were constantly dieting ALL of the time and I always felt guilty eating. I have struggled with that for YEARS. not eating disorders but just guilt with eating anything. so i very seldom had a enjoyable meal when I didn't have to think about my weight comparied to theirs and how much i ate compared to them. I am now 23 I moved in with my grandma who definitely wasn't the size 2 or 8, but she ate healthy balanced meals. I began to eat like her. I find now I am beginning to loose weight in an overall HEALTHY balanced way. And its come from not looking to others and what they look like, but Im looking to who God made me. Its says we were beautifully and wonderfully created. God made each one of us women in a personal way..were unique. and we were not all made to be stick thin models. I want to be healthy, eat healthy, enjoy working out, loving people, but it being a personal time with me and Jesus. Not looking to the right or left. not at what others (my family) think of my "overweightness". I know who loves me no matter what, and that makes all the difference. i think i am a size 4 now after a year with living with my grandma, but im not rushing in loosing, i want my body to adjust healthfully and not being under pressure. its just totally different way of approaching, reading the honey verses, and asking God what He thinks about it, and then asking God to help you with how you eat/how much you eat. its amazing. I no longer feel in bondage to food, Jesus changed me. so don't compare yourself to others, just look to Jesus, I believe He definitely cares, and has the perfect meal plan, just for you. :-) Reply »

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Hunger and Fullness 1 Reply

Started by Andrea S.. Last reply by Adri-Anne May 12.

I have struggled with my weight for pretty much my entire life. I picked up a lot of bad habits and self image problems from my older sister (7 years older). She constantly talked about dieting and how big she was...the only problem is that since about the age of 11, I was bigger than her both in height, build and weight. Ironically, she was never very heavy to begin with and this contributed to my skewed view. But now I am an adult and am totally responsible for what I do to myself. Recently I learned about the concepts behind Weigh Down, and while I certainly don't agree with all of it (doctrinal differences), it has introduced the ideas of involving God in everything, even what I put in my mouth, and also waiting on hunger and stopping at full. This has been revolutionary for me! I have lost about 20 lbs and would like to lose 40 more. Right now I am trying to make sure that I am eating healthier foods and respecting this temple that God has gifted me with. Candice that article "Winning at Losing" was so good! I can totally relate to so much of it! Reply »

Balanced Eating

Started by Alicia Feb 10

I just read your "Honey" article Candice and I have to agree--it's all about food moderation. When I was younger, fresh out of high school, I gave into a starvation diet where I ate, at most, 500 calories a day. I lost an incredible amount of weight in a very short amount of time (80 pounds in 6 months), yes, but lost my health with it. I started turning my ways and eating again when I kept passing out and when I couldn't use the restroom because there was nothing in me. (Starvation is not a pretty story). Unfortunetly, I swung to the opposite end of the spectrum, where I ate whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted. And yes, I gained pounds. Not just because I had screwed up my metabolism but because I also didn't regulate what was going into my mouth. Now I've found that the balanced approach is the best way to go! :) I still have a lot of weight that I'd like to lose, but I'm doing it the slower, healthier way. I too, try to balance fruits and vegetables, meats, dairies and grains. But I am not so restrictive that I don't indulge myself in a sweet every day. I've also been trying to follow the "only eat when you're hungry" rule and "only eat until you're content." So far, so good! Seriously, I am chowing out on so much food, but I've already lost between 5-7 pounds in the first 1-2 weeks! :) The good thing is that I'm choosing mostly healthy food first, but still allow myself a treat or two everyday (hahaha, usually something chocolatey--I have that weakness too, I confess!) lol :D I have just switched things up to where I choose an apple, pretzels and a yogurt along with my sandwich at lunch, rather than a sandwich and chips. I get so much more food, for way less the calories by choosing the healthier things. I'll admit too, at first I didn't like eating healthier stuff. I started off with small goals and have worked towards them. For instance, I would include chips and an apple in my lunch for the longest time until I eventually weaned myself away from chip... Reply »

Too many carbs...

Started by Sherie Jan 21

I learned long ago that my body does not process carbs the way that some others do. The wonderful fact about God's creation is that we are all created differently, which mean we all process foods differently, therefore, there are no diets or way of eating that is "one size fits all"! For me, just as you mentioned in your post Candice, eating in moderation is key, but so too is watching my carb intake. I am by no means endorsing a no-carb diet ... I firmly believe that science proves that carbs are essential for brain function, but as you pointed out with the verses about "honey" above, too much of a good thing is never a good thing! I've learned to focus on more of the whole, raw foods than the processed stuff so common on food shelves in this country. I eat only three meals a day, higher on protein and vegetables (which amazingly keeps me from needing to snack), and only eat carbs with my dinner (which is usually a nice healthy salad to start and equal portions of protein, carbs, and vegetables on my plate!) While I cannot say this is the remedy for everyone, it has done wonders for me! I'm slowly taking off the pounds and re-teaching myself how to eat in a healthy, proper way that is honoring of the body that God gave me :) Reply »

What are you eating? 8 Replies

Started by Candice Watters Nov 7 2007

Today I'd be happy with some whole wheat bread, butter, and a bowl of homemade chicken noodle soup. What sounds good -- that is good -- to you? Reply »

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