Wow did this hit me like a ton of bricks when I read it. I think that was the hardest part for me "after" I lost weight, I just though that was the end. I thought "okay great I lost the weight now I am done." It took me a long time to realize that wasn't the case, that the journey continues forever. Not only that but it took me even longer to not get depressed when I thought about it like that.
I am the kind of person that is very motivated by a goal or a specific deadline, I can do something extreme if I know it's only for a specific period of time.
However, the thought having to do something forever is so much harder for me, and when I really think about it I just want to give up on all of it. In order to not let that happen I still have to find ways to give myself milestones and deadlines to keep myself motivated.
The second half of this is the reminder that one set-back or "failure" doesn't take away all the progress you have made. We truly have to find the way to make this a lifestyle. Sometimes that means changing our habits and relationships to fit the diet, but sometimes it means changing the diet to fit your life. We have to find what works for us even if it doesn't follow all the "rules".
Just some of my current thoughts as we are preparing to begin another week. I hope you have a wonderful Sunday. Reminder that I will be going Live today at 2pm pst/5pm est. See you then!
Happy Saturday! I hope you are all doing well. I know some people in the group have had some recent tough news for themselves or family members. It really puts the day to day issues we face into perspective, and reminds me to just focus on doing the best I can to be as healthy as possible. To those who are having a hard time, we are all here for you and sending you some prayers and support. 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Just focus today on doing the best you can and remember that food isn't going to bring you the comfort you are looking for.
Here is a little video of Penelopes performance from her piano recital l last night, she's been taking lessons for about a year and a half. 🎹🤍🖤
*Livestream Monday night at 4pm pst/7pm est
Thinking about the year ahead can be overwhelming when it comes to goal setting. For some people, like me, short term goals can be much more motivating. Right now it's beast mode through the Meetup this Saturday. That said, I do still have long term goals for the year. Staying carnivore is just a given now as it's my life already so I have to dive a little deeper for me. I'd like to stay in the same weight range but lower my body fat a bit. Gain some muscle mass in short. Gym at least 4 times a week and beast mode at the same time is my recipe.
Steak video for interest. 🤪
Do you do better with short or long term goals?
So sorry guys, my 2 1/2 hour drive home from the cabin is turning into a 5+ hour drive home so I am not going to make it in time to Livestream tonight. I'll post the link for the Dr Berry Livestream for tomorrow when I know it. I'll catch up on posts here when I get home if you have any questions.
Happy Saturday!! One thing I thought might be fun today is for everyone to share their favorite Budget meal and their favorite Bougie meal on a carnivore diet (or whatever version you eat).
"Bougie [boo-zhee, -jee] (An adjective slang): relating to or characteristic of a person who indulges in some of the luxuries and comforts of a fancy lifestyle."
For example, my favorite Budget friendly meal is just a taco bowl, ground beef with some seasonings, little shredded cheese, and sour cream. I could eat that every day and not get sick of it!!!
For my Bougie meal: A fancy American wagyu steak, usually ribeye, crab legs, and of course bread cheese! That is typically what we eat for Christmas every year. If budget didn't matter I would eat that a lot more often! 😂
What about you? What's your favorite budget meal and bougie meal?
This is a quick share of a NSV. I slipped into a pair of shorts I haven't been able to get past my thighs in several years. The shorts fit beautifully. I'm truly amazed. I haven't weighed in a while but the last time I did I was down about 4 pounds. I attribute the body change to almost 4 months of working out 4 to 5 days a week.
