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DEL.ICIO.USI control the bad and good influences in my life
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
I have two friends that I eat out with more than any other friends. We are a Bad influence on each other, nutritionally speaking. This week I told them when we eat together we ALL have to eat healthy. We had our first good influence meal at Signature 52. All entrees are less than 500 calories, everything is baked or grilled. The desserts were all around 200 calories and are served in a double shot glass. 200 calories fit in a double shot glass?!?!? WOW! Can you imagine how many calories are in a normal dessert? It made me think how many calories I have eaten in desserts over the years. The food was delicious, reasonable price, very nice atmosphere. I highly recommend it!
Other bad influences in my life are the people who say one time drinking caffeine or eating fried food won’t kill you go ahead you will go back on track. Although I know it only takes one time to go back to eating unhealthy and I know my way of thinking; one time didn’t kill you surely one more will not either, then again and again.
Another bad influence in my life are people dear to me who worry that I took on too big of a goal to walk a half marathon, that I quit caffeine and fried food (also chocolate) cold turkey and it isn’t good to do it that way. The ones that tell you if you don’t meet your goals or go back to eating unhealthy it will not change the person you are inside. Hmmm interesting isn’t it? I hope as my outer appearance changes, psychologically there will be great changes as well.
The good influences in my life are the people that allow me to see that I am succeeding in this challenge. In three weeks I have lost 10lbs which by the healthy standards is great. I would like to see 10lbs weight loss each week. Wouldn’t a lot of us? When I mentioned this to a friend she said next time you go to disco Kroger pick up two 5lb bags of sugar and walk around the store carrying one in each hand, and then you will realize how important the 10lb weight loss is. She is right - it helped!
Other good influences in my life are the people who pray for me daily, who send me regular emails to encourage me. The ones that say I can see a physical difference, or your determination inspires me, positive comments to my blog; etc…
I have realized I control the bad and good influences in my life. My attitude, my thought process, my fears, my confidence level all determines whether I influence myself negatively or positively. Whether I take to heart what others say to me determines the next level I take in this challenge. What is my next level - it is continuing to trust in God that “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.” Phil 4:13
Can you tell me ways that you overcome/ignore the bad influences in your life to succeed?
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By Laura Kay
March 27, 2007 11:52 AM | Link to this
The restaurant is Season 52 not Signature 52! Laura Kay
By Mike
March 27, 2007 12:28 PM | Link to this
Sending continued Happy Birthday and “good choices” wishes your way. With that sassy, sexy, new hair cut and all the positive changes…look out world! Mike
By Matthew
March 27, 2007 1:09 PM | Link to this
What a great birthday present to yourself!! Just think of where you will be healthwise, when your next birthday rolls around!!
Matthew
By steve
March 27, 2007 1:40 PM | Link to this
excellent blog Laura…you are so right on!
By Laura
March 27, 2007 2:18 PM | Link to this
What a fantabulous attitude! And Happy Birthday! Laura
By Dean
March 27, 2007 2:24 PM | Link to this
You have come to a great place, Laura. You are one of the few that realize your life is what YOU make it and not what we allow others to do to our life. YOU are the one that controls the influences from day to day. Most people take the easy way out and blame others. Moving ahead is the best way to continue your path to success!
By Jim
March 27, 2007 2:33 PM | Link to this
Keep it going Laura, you are doing a fantastic job. We will eat at Season’s 52 next time I am in town!
By robert
March 27, 2007 2:53 PM | Link to this
I will try to be a more positive influence rather than a negative one for you. Congratulations on your continued success in changing your mind and body to a healthier lifestyle.
By Beth Wroten
March 27, 2007 3:49 PM | Link to this
Hi Laura!
Great going! Seasons 52 is one of my favorite restaurants too!
Keep the good work up!
Beth Wroten
By Kathleen
March 27, 2007 5:48 PM | Link to this
Laura, you were very good at your birthday dinner, no diet coke, no unhealthy food, no dessert. The Toner family is proud of you. Kathleen
By Jarrod
March 27, 2007 5:50 PM | Link to this
Aunt Laura U R doing GREAT! We can go boxing when I come home from school. Love, Jarrod
By Mother
March 27, 2007 5:58 PM | Link to this
Laura Lee, I am very proud of you, you are being faithful to loose weight. Love, Mother
By Jennifer A.
March 28, 2007 12:53 PM | Link to this
Maybe when you want to get together with these certain friends, you can be proactive, call them and say, “Let’s do ” or “Let’s go eat_.” Think of some new activities that don’t revolve around a restaurant. That way you are leading them to make healthier choices rather than them influencing you to go to some of your old favorite and comfortable places. I’m sure you’ve told them of your quest and asked for their support, so they should be understanding.
Personally, I would stay away from the people who say “Go ahead, one dessert (or whatever) won’t kill you.” (I always tell my kids to stay away from those people, so I guess that would apply to adults as well!) And the others, who say “if you don’t meet your goals, it’s ok,” I think they are just trying to tell you they love you no matter what. I’ll bet these people would do anything you asked that might help you succeed! Wow, that should feel great!
By Judy Knosher
March 29, 2007 10:41 AM | Link to this
I continue to be so proud of you Laura. I actually look forward to read about you every week and what you have to say and how you feel. I know you are on the right track and on the road to success, not only because of all the people who are assisting you but your strong faith in God is keeping you on track. KEEP IT UP!! Love, Judy
By David N.
March 29, 2007 11:20 AM | Link to this
Bravo!!!!!!! When someone is negative you should automatically think of something positive, as well as concentrate of all the good choices you have made. I know you want to see the pounds drop off asap, but doing it the right way will help keep them off.
By Brent
March 30, 2007 10:12 AM | Link to this
Hey, who would expect less of Laura Kay than to find that place where you get some contentment which allows you to go forward! YEAH for you.
By Mike T.
March 30, 2007 2:02 PM | Link to this
Hey, Laura. One way to cut down on bad influences is to remove them from their life, such as quitting “bad” foods cold turkey. As the Apostle Paul says in Phillipians 4:8: “Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are honest, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think on these things.” You are doing great with your workouts-10 pounds is great! Keep up the awesome work you are doing for The Lord! Mike T.