Spanglymum's 2014 and beyond!

[Spanglymum]

Struggled this afternoon but have not allowed myself to slip. Tough day, which started with a work conflict to sort out, and then juggling my old and new jobs (long story), speech for someone leaving (who I haven't known very long), then an interview for a different job, which I feel I performed poorly at (but could just be me feeling low and tired and out of sorts colouring my judgement) and then packing up my office... I really and genuinely didn't realise how much I use food, all the time, to block uncomfortable feelings. I think I may have been in serious denial about that aspect of the LL programme first time around - paying lip service to the modules but not really getting it at an emotional level at all.

Well, I feel I've had lots of tiny breakthroughs today. It's been hard, but I've been identifying my feelings and then not acting on them - or where I feel insecure, reaching out to a friend, or in need of comfort, having a nice warm cup of green tea. I hope this is the start of a real change for me.

 

[Spanglymum]

Well! This morning another revelation of sorts. Took eldest daughter to her swimming lesson and had SUCH a bad headache. OMG!!! Felt like my head was about to explode. I guess I'm heading into ketosis, which is fab, but OUCH. Had a think about it and wondered if it could also be caffeine-related. I've come home and had a cup of (real) black coffee.

Miraculous.

Are we allowed caffeine on LL? I'm sure I had it first time around but have since been hearing it's not advised. This morning I've realised quite how much I was relying on it to keep me going though, which isn't ideal. I know green tea has some in it but it's nowhere near as much - hence the headache I think.

I will try to keep the amount I consume low but I'm glad I found a way to relieve the excruciating pain in my head!

I was also cold in bed overnight and freeeeeezing when I woke up this morning, so I guess I'm going in the right direction!

 

[Spanglymum]

I'm going to start (yet another) new thread in the LL Diaries bit, as I'm not 'healthy eating at the moment'. Am thinking of a name change too... But will let anyone following know the new 'me'

 

[Clinquant]

The Slim and Save advice seems to be that caffeine will delay getting into ketosis. However, I don't think it does for everyone and I would really really struggle with the caffeine withdrawal as well as carbs. I'd rather wait 5 days to get the full benefits of ketosis rather than have an agonising three days of headaches. I tend to have a couple of cups of real coffee first thing and then after that redbush and the occasional green tea. I think everyone is individual and it will impact on some more than others. I think if coffee is sustaining that 'tired but wired' nerve jangling state then it's not a good thing but a cup of good stuff in the morning can be beneficial. Hope the rest of your day goes well and let us know where your new diary goes. I know I found that the Lighter Life diaries were really quiet which is why I ended up starting my diary in Slim and Save.

 

[Spanglymum]

Ooh I think ketosis may be here. Apart from a mega-dip in energy about 2pm today (I actually fell asleep in a chair!) I've had loads of oomph. Even dusted down my bike and suggested to the girls we go to the local park for a bit.

Then made a v creative and healthy dinner for everyone (my family I mean, not me!) from leftover veg in the fridge (ASDA order gets delivered on a Saturday). Pleased with myself! And have stuck 100% to plan. I did have a savoury broth or whatever they're called, because my girls were having their lunch at a separate time to my hubby (he was out today collecting for the MS Society) and I wanted to sit down with them all at the various times. It worked well.

Amazing how a little bit of exercise has evened out my mood. I feel less despondent about the interview now, which is a relief, as I was really beating myself up earlier and last night about how I could have answered the questions differently. This is a very useful lesson. I kind-of knew it already but chose to forget, in my carb-rollercoaster-induced sloth! So, day four almost done. Phew.

I haven't moved my diary yet/ started a new diary yet, as I'm waiting for Admin to process my name change. I'm hoping to be 'ArtyBee' if the name isn't taken.