Since I've started dating Andrew I've gained about 20 lbs... in 4 months! How did this happen? First, I'm very happy now and in a good relationship. I gained weight in my last relationship when I was happy and in love. I know I tend to eat more when I'm not single and not trying to find a date. Second, it's cold outside. I'm not as active as I used to be in the summer and I eat more in the winter. Third, I get depressed when I don't get a lot of sunlight. When I get depressed like this, I eat. Lastly, there is Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, and all of the little parties in between where a lot of good food and sweets are being served. I need to learn self-control when attending these festivities... All of this has helped to contribute to my expanding waistline.
In order to be happy with my body and my health I need to lose weight and change my lifestyle. I'm not incredibly obese and unhealthy, but I do need to take better care of myself.
GOALS:
make exercise a priority
portion control
mindful eating
