Lifestyle Makeover

Over the past couple of months I have been going to therapy. I have finally confronted my issues head on.   It has helped me so much to deal/cope with things that I just couldn't get over on my own. I was amazed at how quickly I was able to find closure and move on. I'm back to the new and improved old self and graduated from therapy a couple of weeks ago. I highly recommend therapy to anyone, even if your issues aren't that big.

So, the first thing that I have done is put a dent in my weight. I have lost roughly 15 lbs in the last couple of months. I gave up carbonated beverages of any kind. It was very hard in the beginning, due to my addiction to the caffeine. As the weeks have gone on, I haven't even had a craving for that. I have replaced the habit with lots of water and on occasion a little bit of low calorie lemonade. The difference that I have felt is huge. I am not on the caffeine roller coaster anymore.

The next thing that I started doing is making over my breakfast. Working from home can be a challenge, because the kitchen is accessible. So, I have a rule that I only go in the kitchen for breakfast, lunch, dinner or to get a healthy snack, ie...a piece of fruit or vegetables.

Pictured above is what I made this week. It consists of oatmeal, apple, a small handful of dried cranberries and cinnamon. It is quick and easy. Below is the recipe.


Add to the bowl:

1 cup water
1/2 cup oats
1/2 of an Apple

Microwave for 3 minutes

Top with a little bit of cranberries and sprinkle on the cinnamon.

It tastes delicious and very filling.

Enjoy!