+Re:I know IE tells me not to focus on weight but...

[Guest guest]

I have an issue that’s related but different. At

62 (and almost as concerned about the way I look as the younger members of this

group), I am pre-diabetic. I have an over-eating response to just the

thought of dieting, but I really do need to lose a couple of sizes for health

reasons (also including joint pain and some other problems).

I do weigh myself. I feel better when I don’t,

but I usually put on some pounds if I don’t, and I can’t afford to

or I’ll be diabetic.

So I want to trust that IE (or the version I’ve been

doing: Am I Hungry?) will work for me. It has in the past for a while, but

I easily slip back into eating to quickly change my mood, and to eating due to

family schedules even when I’m not really hungry, and eating more because

of the amount I see my husband and daughter pack away! I do notice how

sadness or something negative will propel me to the kitchen for a few bites of

something sweet. (The few bites is my compromise.)

I appreciated the member who told the saga of her going to

the play…she’s very honest, and by knowing what’s going on

moment-to-moment shows a good example of how to be aware of your body issues.

I wonder if that has helped her with emotional eating…?