As I wind down from “Adoption Week” on Whole30, I can’t help but reflect on this incredible program.
Days 8-14 (Adoption Week), are deemed the hardest days – specifically, Days 10 and 11.
Like any program, a third of the way in is often where the sabotage hits as you adopt new routines and habits.
I will admit, it’s hard not to wish for more physical changes at this point, but then again…
I have to remind myself it’s only been two weeks, and…
Unlike every diet I’ve ever taken on in the past…
That’s not what Whole30 is about, and there are most definitely incredible changes taking place around the anxiety, my energy, focus, and skin!
I also cannot say this enough…
Loves… ZERO.CRAVINGS!!!
It’s been so nice to simply eat when I’m hungry without the worry of spiraling, because it’s not even a thing.
I literally eat until satisfied, and stop…
And I feel satisfied.
I’ve even left food behind…
I KNOW!
I will say, weekends still have me yearning for that cocktail or glass of wine…
But I know this is out of habit, not craving.
And my oh my… going to fall fests and smelling those Apple Cider Donuts!…
It’s such a mix of nostalgia and habit… making that desire strong.
I am definitely looking forward to the “Reintroduction” phase following the 30 days…
Primary reason being…
More options.
I do feel limited at times, or like I’m eating the same things in different ways, and I will say – that bores me.
I will also say, just like I tell my kids…
Sometimes, being bored is a good thing. 😉
Being more prepared this past week has helped…
Lots of leftovers and yes, at times, I didn’t really WANT them…
But they were there, and that made it easy to stay committed.
One of the reasons Whole30 has won me over, even only half way through… is their “Pancake Rule”.
This rule is in place to ensure you’re not attempting to recreate a dessert – even if it’s with Whole30 compliant ingredients.
At first, I didn’t understand that…
But half way through – I TOTALLY get it.
They are trying to not only help your body adjust to good, clean foods…
But they’re also trying to tackle that psychological aspect around rewarding yourself with a “treat”.
And I will be honest…
There are many diets I’ve done in the past that I would decide I was OK, because I was sticking to the diet (I.E. That time I had a rice crispy treat bigger than my head, but decided it was OK because it was “Gluten Free”). 😉
This way of eating has encouraged me to figure out different ways of satisfying my needs and desires that don’t center around food and drink… and that has been huge for me.
Tomorrow, I enter into the “Smooth Sailing” phase (Days 15-21), and it looks like everything I have been experiencing should be even more noticable and easier!
Although I’ve always believed in the power of food and it’s affects on our bodies and minds…
As I’m currently in the midst of experiencing it for myself…
There is no doubt our food is powerful.
Look out for the update on the “Smooth Sailing” phase next Sunday, 10/4/26!
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