Non Scale Victories

During the Whole30 Challenge participants are encouraged to weigh themselves in the beginning and then not again until the end.  I may or may not be following this suggestion.  What they want is for individuals to find NSV or Non Scale Victories.  I've had a few that I would like to share:

First off, I am feeling better.  Not crazy off the wall kind of good but definitely improved.  I don't feel bloated.  For the most part I am not hungry between meals and I am not thinking of snacking or treats as much.  I still have cravings, mostly for chocolate and Diet Coke, but I'm finding them easy to ignore.  I feel in control.  Prior to this challenge I would have totally indulged!

Secondly, I was challenged the past few days and passed with flying colors.  I had to take my aunt to the ED after dinner on Sunday.  She ended up getting transferred to another hospital and I was asked to go too to help provide information.  It was 1am and I was starting to get hungry.  I am a stress eater and it would not have been unusual for me to run through and drive through and grab something quick to eat.  But feeling in control I was able to drive past them and instead ate the banana that had been in my purse for 3 days and waited until I got home to have something that was compliant.  Yeah for me!

Lastly, I feel confident.  I think we are on day 13 and I feel empowered.  I have been able to make good choices for almost 2 weeks and it has boosted my self confidence and self esteem.   Instead of food having control over me I feel like I am gaining more control over it.  I've got a long way to go but I'm getting there!  One good choice at a time!