REWARDS, MONEY, and TIME

Posted on October 30, 2014

Well, I know it is a bit impulsive, but I just joined ANOTHER DB, this time, a six month game called the transformer (it's the one that starts Nov. 4th 2014...join me!)

http://www.dietbetter.com/games/48787

Anywho, the reason I decided to take the plunge is b/c being part of a DB4 has been so incredibly motivating already, and I am only a few days into it. I find myself looking forward to the money I will win, preparing creative and healthy meals, pushing extra hard in my workouts, and even tackling other projects more, like cleaning my apartment, or catching up on emails.

I think the reason DB has been so powerful for me is that it is TIME SENSITIVE, and that it offers TANGIBLE rewards (winning $, support from others) and "punishments" (loss of $, embarassment if loved ones ask 'how's that food bet thingie going?').

Let's face it: compulsive overeating (or simply eating past fullness, eating junk food, etc) is a POWERFUL and IMMEDIATE reward. Feels good (until the next morning, ugh), tastes good, and relieves boredom immediately. Passing up that immediate sensory reward for a distant, not-even-sure-it's-possible reward (ie: "if i stay strong and don't eat the brownie, maybe I will be thinner. someday. kind of. I hope. oh, $#@% it, I AM EATING THE BROWNIE!') is almost IMPOSSIBLE. However, DB gives that tangible and short term reward: if we pass up that brownie, maybe we can win $$$. The big time! Dolla dolla bill, y'all. CREAM: Cash Rules Everything Around Me...

Okay, I am lame. But you get my point, right? :)

So, I am learning about what motivates me (rewards!), and how to create that motivation in a healthy and sustainable way. I am having lots of fun during the process. I am so glad I found all of you, my online DB family. Thanks for doing this with me--let's all win BIG!

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Chrissy

10/31/2014 7:58AM

Lol loved this post....you have me laughing..... B/C I'm sure sometimes I babble on ;))) not that I'm saying you did ;))). .....just made me laugh ;)))

Susan L.

10/30/2014 9:26AM

Good posting....it is great reading....

adrienne121

10/30/2014 8:52AM

Great post Adrienne!!! I love it!!! I'm happy you joined our challenge too!!! :-)

Support plays a very important factor when it comes to losing weight, & we definitely have it in our challenge!!! I love my DietBetter Family!!! We help keep each other accountable for our actions, & we're there for each other for the good & the bad!!! WE'RE ALL BLESSED TO HAVE EACH OTHER!!! :-)

HapiCampr

10/30/2014 8:04AM

Hey girl! Love this blog post. It is well written, funny and inspiring. Way To Go!!! You are a wonderful addition to our family too!!!

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Jen

10/30/2014 6:46AM

Very well written. And I completely agree with you! Dietbet has been life changing for me. A fantastic place where strangers come together and become great friends. A wonderful community where everyone wishes well for each other and supports us through all of life's challenges. I am glad that your experience has been positive as well. Keep up the good work!

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Adrienne

Thanks for the positive feedback!

Sally W.

10/30/2014 5:19AM

Works for me!

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Adrienne

Thanks Sally :)

summerdresses

10/30/2014 4:55AM

You took the words out of my mouth about compulsive overeating, snacking. It sure does feel good and it sure does relieve boredom! Being in Diet Bet has kept me more mindful of what I put in my mouth and WHY I put it in my mouth. Boredom came up real big, especially at work. I too want to join you in the Transformer, I don't have a lot of weight to lose but I want to be sure to be in another Diet Bet when Jillians ends. I kinda feel lost without it now, like I'm all by myself. I love reading the blogs and just feeling like I'm part of a group. I figure it should be a long term permanent change anyway, like a new way of life, new habits, reinforcing good healthy behaviors.

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Adrienne

Summerdresses: yes, WORK is such a trigger time too! Gonna add u as a friend so we can keep in touch on here. Also, not having enough weight to lose to join a DB6: a GOOD problem to have LOL! Sounds like u are close to goal, the shorter DB4s are more where it's at right now, right? Cool! :)