Small Weight Gain, Part 2 (Update)

Thank you to everyone who commented on my previous post, both in comments and by email. 

Confession: I was reluctant to write that update, because weight gain feels like failure. And thinking that weight gain feels like failure, is in itself a failure. This is how thoughts of my weight become obsessive. I'm fighting against it. I'm telling myself all the things I would tell any friend who was experiencing this.

Here is why I'm concerned with even a small re-gain: this is how I gained all the excess weight in the first place, a small increment at a time. 

Yes, I am getting lots of exercise, eating healthfully, and not overeating. But what if the amount I am eating causes me to continue to gain weight, a bit at a time, until all my hard work is undone?

I'm not saying this will happen. But it's what I'm afraid of. 

A few folks have suggested getting in touch with Wonderful Registered Dietitian who is available locally. That's a great idea: more support, and from an expert. I recall that the last time I felt panicked about eating, a session with her was very helpful. I will contact her this week.

Thank you as always for your support.