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Staying Motivated for the Long Haul

Posted by LindaF @fessmom, Jun 29, 2017

My biggest obstacle to maintaining a healthy weight is a seemingly invisible "switch" that goes on and off in my brain. When it's "on" I am in the zone and can avoid the most decadent temptations and will exercise faithfully. But, about a year to 15 months into my healthy lifestyle, the switch turns to "off" and I lose focus and revert to my bad habits of poor food choices (both in what I eat and how much I eat) and I become more sedentary. I am at that point now and I feel a slow panic building as the number on the scale inches upward. I know what I should do, but I am at a loss as to how to get my mojo back. Suggestions, anyone!?

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Jan 28, 2019
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@rosemarya

Teresa, we all need support on so many levels, don't we! I will look for him tomorrow. If I run into the son, I want to tell him what an inspiration both of them are. I'll let you know.

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Yes, @rosemarya. Please tell him. Everyone needs to know when they are an inspiration😊

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jodeej | @jodeej | Jan 28, 2019
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@parus

The cold has me pretty much home bound and motivation has been running low. Discouraged trying to get anywhere with doctors. Up to me to keep motivated in an attempt to keep depression at bay. Just so tired all of the time. It will pass.

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@parus as for the cold, like they say, "if you don't like the weather, wait ten minutes, it'll change". Lol
Being stuck inside does do a number on a person's mood. Keep busy, maybe do a little inside exercise or work on a hobby. That helps my mood tremendously.
Blessings,
JoDee

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JK | @contentandwell | Jan 28, 2019
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@parus

The cold has me pretty much home bound and motivation has been running low. Discouraged trying to get anywhere with doctors. Up to me to keep motivated in an attempt to keep depression at bay. Just so tired all of the time. It will pass.

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@parus as @jodeej commented, try to exercise a bit. I honestly do find it lifts my spirits. From WebMD, "When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain. Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine.Feb 21, 2018".
Yesterday I stayed home and was feeling a bit down about a couple of things. I finally did 7 miles on my recumbent bike and really did help.
I am sure that working on a hobby might help too, but I have no hobbies beyond the computer. I don't do much complex cooking these days, it's all fattening, and I have to really watch that.
JK

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lioness | @lioness | Jan 28, 2019
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@contentandwell

@parus as @jodeej commented, try to exercise a bit. I honestly do find it lifts my spirits. From WebMD, "When you exercise, your body releases chemicals called endorphins. These endorphins interact with the receptors in your brain that reduce your perception of pain. Endorphins also trigger a positive feeling in the body, similar to that of morphine.Feb 21, 2018".
Yesterday I stayed home and was feeling a bit down about a couple of things. I finally did 7 miles on my recumbent bike and really did help.
I am sure that working on a hobby might help too, but I have no hobbies beyond the computer. I don't do much complex cooking these days, it's all fattening, and I have to really watch that.
JK

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@parus maybe start a new doodle or painting you are a good artist

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Jan 28, 2019
In reply to @parus "The cold has me pretty much home bound and motivation has been running low. Discouraged trying..." + (show)
@parus

The cold has me pretty much home bound and motivation has been running low. Discouraged trying to get anywhere with doctors. Up to me to keep motivated in an attempt to keep depression at bay. Just so tired all of the time. It will pass.

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Yes, the cold makes me tired as well, @parus. I got out for a short drive this morning (a big mistake today) when I got home I was tense from the white-knuckle driving. So I ate, did some Tai-Chi and went to sleep for an hour. Feel better now. No more driving until the roads are cleared better. Yikes...what a lot of snow and it's blowing.

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lioness | @lioness | Jan 28, 2019
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@hopeful33250

Yes, the cold makes me tired as well, @parus. I got out for a short drive this morning (a big mistake today) when I got home I was tense from the white-knuckle driving. So I ate, did some Tai-Chi and went to sleep for an hour. Feel better now. No more driving until the roads are cleared better. Yikes...what a lot of snow and it's blowing.

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@hopeful33250 Stay in and warm look out it's pretty brrr

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | Jan 28, 2019
In reply to @hopeful33250 "Yes, @rosemarya. Please tell him. Everyone needs to know when they are an inspiration😊" + (show)
@hopeful33250

Yes, @rosemarya. Please tell him. Everyone needs to know when they are an inspiration😊

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I went to the gym this morning. And I had the opportunity to speak to the 2nd gentleman. I told him that he and his friend are an inspiration to me.
Here is what I learned: These 2 men are long time golf partners. When the 1st man lost his vision 2 years ago, he asked his friend for help to stay active. So they come to the gym together everyday.

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lioness | @lioness | Jan 28, 2019

@rosemarya That is wonderful if only we all where like this in life

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Teresa, Volunteer Mentor | @hopeful33250 | Jan 28, 2019
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@rosemarya

I went to the gym this morning. And I had the opportunity to speak to the 2nd gentleman. I told him that he and his friend are an inspiration to me.
Here is what I learned: These 2 men are long time golf partners. When the 1st man lost his vision 2 years ago, he asked his friend for help to stay active. So they come to the gym together everyday.

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How neat, @rosemarya. Thanks for sharing the rest of the story.

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Rosemary, Volunteer Mentor | @rosemarya | Jan 28, 2019
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@hopeful33250

How neat, @rosemarya. Thanks for sharing the rest of the story.

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I am constantly amazed at the amazing stories people have to share when we take the time to notice.

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