For Christians, Lent started last week with Ash Wednesday. As it's common practice for many to give up or sacrifice something during this six week period, I thought it was fitting for this week's challenge as well - whether you are Christian or not.
What should you give up and why?
- Think about giving up a food or drink you enjoy and eat too much of at one time. For me, no doubt that's ice cream. Ice cream was and still is a favorite among my entire family and I purposely buy a pint or single serving container to limit my portion. And if it's chocolate? I'm really in trouble. For me, giving up ice cream is truly a sacrifice.
- Think about a rich food you consume too often that may be hindering your weight loss success. The late afternoon candy bar, the fast food lunch every day, the sugar-filled donut each morning or the grande cafe latte with whole milk are all examples of diet sabbotagers. Habits like these that set you back 300-500 calories in one serving can put a hault on reaching your goals - for your waistline and your finances.
- Think about giving up the impossible. My friend Neil is currently "going vegan" for one month as a result of a New Year's bet. He loves his green egg AND every last morsel of meat that he cooks up in it. Many friends thought this was impossible (I'm sure he had his doubts too) but he's eating vegan and having success along the way. A challenge like this not only changes your perspective, but imagine the confidence you will gain in accomplishing something (even for a week) that you never thought you could do.
What will you give up for the next 7 days? Tell us about your sacrifice on our Facebook page!
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