Day Two.

Well, day two of my Whole30 is nearing an end. And actually, it's been easier than I anticipated. I mean, yes, I would enjoy some Halloween candy, but you know what? I feel better because I haven't had any.
When I have a craving, I just fill myself up with some more protein. That way I'm full and I don't feel like I need anything else. If I feel like I need something a little more sweet, I opt for a couple pieces of fruit. Tastes good and not bad for me.

Today (well actually this morning at 5am before going to work) I tossed some beef stew in the crock pot.
Simple recipe I found online for Paleo Beef Stew. Took like 15 minutes tops. And yes, I had to wake up earlier, but it was worth the 15 minutes. I didn't have to think about what to eat for lunch or dinner and I wasn't tempted to eat junk because the apartment smelled amazing and I couldn't wait to dig in. Well, it wasn't as delicious as it smelled, but it was alright. I'd probably tweak some things if I make it again, but oh well. Live & learn.

I know it's only been a couple of days and I seem all gung-ho about this, but really - it's not that hard. When I think it is, I just think of something I read on the Whole9 website: 'Quitting heroin is hard. Beating cancer is hard. Drinking your coffee black. Is. Not. Hard.' & 'Unless you physically tripped and your face landed in a box of doughnuts, there is no "slip"...It is always a choice, so do not phrase it as if you had an accident.'

I get a kick out of their website. It's motivating, but not coddling. They give it to you how it is, and they let you know it's your responsibility. That's the most motivating part at all - the only way to fail is to fail yourself. Well, I'm not interested in failing. Towards day three I go...