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When I was a child, I use to love to read the book, The Little Engine that Could. The story is about a long train that must be pulled over a high mountain. Larger engines are asked to pull the train but for various reasons they refuse. The request is sent to a small engine, who agrees to try. The engine succeeds in pulling the train over the mountain while repeating its motto: “I-think-I-can”. Every time I would get into a situation as a child where I didn’t feel I could be successful, I would repeat this motto over and over again.
This journey of weight loss is one of mind over matter. If I tell myself that I can, then I will. But if I consistently tell myself that I can’t, then I won’t. It seems pretty simple, right? This last week I have been trying to adopt a new mindset. Instead of telling myself that I can’t or won’t accomplish my goals, I am trying to remember to adopt the motto that I-think-I-can.
I have made baby steps this week in the right direction. I decided to stop trying to use the Weight Watcher’s program online. I was two weeks into this and still not logging food. However, a few of my friends are using MyFitnessPal to record their eating and exercise, so I’ve jumped on board there. I’ve logged my food for at least 4 days this week. I also made a new recipe which my family willingly ate, and also found a new snack that I love.
The recipe that I made is called Crock Pot Beer Chicken. I found this recipe while surfing Pinterest late one night. It is just 143 Calories per serving. It was good, although I think I would play with the seasoning a bit next time. I’ve never cooked with beer before. I don’t even drink beer. It was definitely a different taste. I served this with brown rice and asparagus.
My new favorite snack this week is Trader Joe’s Rice & Bean Chips. Yes, they are made with beans. They are amazing, especially with guacamole. I don’t think I’ll ever eat any other kind of chip ever again. There are 7 grams of fat per serving, but just 150 calories. Beware, they are addicting!
Overall, I am pleased with the baby steps I’ve taken this week. I know that this journey is truly mind over matter, and that I must rely on God for the strength to continue.
My weigh in is on Saturday. I took a peek at the scale tonight and it wasn’t good. Hopefully things will come down by then. If you are using MyFitnessPal, you can find me there with the user name of “BarbieSwihart”.
Until next week friends. Remember, you can do this!
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The baby steps are the ones to remember. Praying for encouragment and fortitude for you. Keep up the good work!
Thank you my friend!
That’s it, baby steps, I find it it works better than a leap sometimes. I have been struggling with losing a couple of pounds these last few months, but we shall persevere. I love that little book Barbie. I’m so glad that you reminded us about it. I think I’ll get it for my son. In the mean time, I know you can, I know you can. Hugs dear bloggy friend.
Thank you so much Dalia! You bless me so!
This sounds like great progress to me Barbie!! I will continue to pray for you and you continue to think you can!! Hugs to you…
Thank you Mary! The last few days have been a struggle. But I will win!
We CAN do this. I LOVE My Fitness Pal. It is the easiest and fastest way to track that I’ve ever seen. I just requested you as a friend over on it. My user name is jtimesfour, so you know who is requesting you! Support is so essential, so its another great way to stay on track.
Thank you Jen for the friend request over at My Fitness Pal. As you are aware, I haven’t logged in all week. Yikes! Kick me to the curb. I promise to get back on track!
Oh, I love My Fitness Pal. It’s definitely much easier to stay on track with logging our food and exercise. The crockpot chicken sounds delish!
I’ve gotten a little out of touch this week with my eating. But I just simply jump right back in tomorrow! Have a great week Rosann!