Happy birthday! I am sorry your birthday weekend turned into a bit of self-abuse. Being honest about how you feel is really important. And who the heck am I to "talk you into" another way of "feeling?" Feel it. Own it. You have done that, chica-lica. Like Marcie said, getting it off your chest is important. If this helps, I have found ways to satisfy my own sugary cravings. They work for me, but not sure if they will for you? When craving dessert, I will take fresh fruit (raspberries and strawberries are my drug of choice) and sprinkle them with Xyla/Truvia/honey. Sometimes I admittedly overdo the Truvia, but it satisfies the sugar craving. Another thing that works for me, but this might violate your "processed crap" rule (and I understand that, totally). I keep sugar-free hot chocolate at the ready. A serving has 20 calories and it really satisfies me. Plus, in this blustery weather, I really need a warm-up! Good luck. I agree with Marcie in celebrating your victories, thus-far. You can do this. This.is.your.year.baby!
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