I think the value of motivation is over rated. Motivation is what drives everyone to try to lose weight. But – motivation is fleeting. It lasts until you hit your first speed bump, like a holiday, an office party or a crappy day. Everyone wants motivation, and yet we keep chasing after something that is impermanent.

So what keeps you going (or keeps me going)? It is dedication and the realization that there is no choice but to continue on my healthy path. If I don’t choose that, I go back to the old me. Not an option.

Calorie goal: 1,343 • Consumed: 1,356 • Burned: 222
Net calories: 1,134

Food Item Servings Cals
Coffee 1.00 2
Hannaford 1% Milk 1.00 110
strawberries (raw) 1.00 46
Fage Total 2% 0.50 65
Nutrisystem Advanced Cranberry Orange Pastry 1.00 130
Boca Meatless Original Burgers 1.00 90
Nutrisystem Advanced Fudge Graham Bar 1.00 180
Clementines 2.00 70
Hannaford 1% Milk 1.00 110
Espresso Shot 1.00 9
Birds Eye Baby Broccoli Florets 1.00 30
Hannaford Unsweetened Applesauce – 4 Oz. Cup 1.00 50
Nutrisystem Advanced Lemon Butter Sauce With White Chicken & Noodles 1.00 270
Fisher Whole Cashews 0.30 54
Nutrisystem Advanced Mint Chocolate Crunch Bar 1.00 140