This the end of my first week. I feel elated from yesterday's success at The Cheesecake Factory. The social interaction was exactly as I predicted. The interactive female chit chat and lingo were familiar. It was empowering walking into that restaurant knowing what I was going to order. I relaxed and engaged in positive conversation. Several friends remarked that I was smart to check out the menu on line...so my ego got a happy signal as well.
I ordered an attractive glass mug of strong coffee. Presentation is important. I enjoy beautiful things and want my food attractively displayed. I drank two cups slowly while we chatted. The energy I received from the coffee kept me from diving into the bread basket which landed right in front of me. Note to self...being tired or run down contributes to overeating. Go caffeine!...
I ordered my white chicken chili...absolutely delicious and a surprisingly small portion for close to 900 calories...ate it very slowly while I listened to complaints about carbs...new exercise plans...running at 8am on a Saturday (nuts!)...and strong admonitions from one of my friends about joining a walking/running club with a group of women (nuts!). Listened to animated discussions about school problems, mayoral control of our district, low performing populations, racism...the usual shop talk which teachers love to hash out when together.
Today I am skipping the church luncheon. I know I can't handle it. It is vital to know personal limits when it comes to social obligations. Backing out can be life saving. I will take a long walk before the Super Bowl Party. I will not go to the party hungry. I will engage in positive conversations and enjoy a relaxing evening. I will not park myself next to the food table. I will not eat food I don't really like, such as chex mix. There is not a universal law which states that I must eat something sitting in front of me. There is no divine rule which says I must stuff food into my mouth because I have run out of anything to say.
Go Saints!...
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