I think I understand cheat meals now!

OK - so I am a slow learner.

I have always heard:
- you don't have to be perfect, 90% will do (as long as you don't use the 10% for a total pig out)
- planning cheat meals can actually help compliance.

I think I must have thought I knew better:
- I didn't plan out cheat meals, and would get to the end of the week without using any. Then, I would feel "earned" a treat, would buy sugar, and there would go the weekend!
- I tried to be "perfect"
- what was I planning to do with 3 or 4 cheat meals over a 2 day period anyway????

Well this week I planned out cheat meals. I put one in on Monday, and ensured I used in a smart but definitely not over the top way. Now I feel good. I can stay the course until I have another planned cheat meal this Friday, and I have saved one for "emergencies". If I don't use it during the week I will use it on Sunday night.

I know this is a small step, but it feels really important to me because it yet another of countless healthy steps I am learning on the Lean Eating program that will enable me to be successful for life.

I can not recall feeling this focused & in control. Everything is on track. As I continue to pace myself I will continue to see results. I will definitely need a new wardrobe by Christmas!