Considering stopping R2/P2 and taking an extended break
 

Here's my issue. I don't think I'm mentally ready for this round. I have a lot to lose but it's so difficult to keep motivated. I can't eat with my family because it drives me insane. I don't feel as good this round (6days in) as I did the first round. The losses have slowed already in the FIRST week.

I did great on p3 and p4 and I am considering just stopping and continuing with p3 for awhile. I did lose weight while on p3 also. I don't know, what are your thoughts? Has anyone else ever just stopped and taken a long break until they were ready to do it again?

I have only done one round, but it seems to me that you should really stop and think of whats getting in your way. You have have great losses so far according to your ticker so you know that the plan works. Are you celebrating enough with non food treats? mani\pedi, a new book something?

I could not eat with my family either so I ate before and then sat down with a hot cup of tea and sip it while we talked about their day. Did you keep a journal in round one? Are you doing the things that worked for you last round like cooking and measuring before hand so that you where always ready to go at a moments notice?

Although this plan is not the easiest. It works. So where on here was a thread about 1,000 things to do instead of eating. Maybe this is just a mind of matter thing.

Good luck with the rest of your journey.

Oh Misty, I am right there with you!! I had a great R1 last April, including an excellent P3/P4. I waited 6 weeks and jumped right back into R2 hoping for the same success. Like you, I was SO not mentally prepared for it. I lost almost 20lbs but ended the round early and ultimately gained that back (but kept my 30lb R1 losses off, thank goodness!).

I was in a wonderful group on this forum and remember having this discussion a few times with them. I posted at the time, and still feel strongly to this day, that for those of us with a lot to lose and many rounds in front of us (I was anticipating 100lbs in 4 rounds), 6 weeks between R1 and R2 is just not enough time to get your head back in the game. If you're a food addict (like me), prone to binge eating (like me), and are an emotional eater (again, like me), then this diet is mentally and emotionally challenging. Yes, there's little to no hunger. Yes, it's only for 30-43 days. Yes, it's very structured. But what this diet doesn't handle are the emotional cravings, addiction to food and the social withdrawal you feel when you can't eat "normally" with friends/family.

So my long-winded suggestion is, if your mind is not in the game yet, end now. Take some time, focus on maintaining your losses to date and be honest with yourself before starting another round...are you really in the right frame of mind to do it again. Set yourself up for success by allowing at least a 30 day window where social obligations won't tempt you. Have all of your preparations in place to start again. Then GO!

I think many people (myself included) are so excited to jump back in again, but get a little complacent after a good R1 and set themselves up to fail.

Good luck to you!!

You know what I do? Of course not but I will tell you.http://hcgdietinfo.com/hcgdietforums...es/redface.png I sniff food. Yes, I said it. All food. Before my husband ate his yummy ham sandwich I picked it up and smelled the goodness. I do it at work to!! If something looks appetizing, I simply pick up a piece,inhale all those wonderful flavors and throw it away. it looks foolish but, satisfied. After all, havent we tasted everything in sight anyway? Did we really forget how great it tastes? Havent we eaten enough to last a whole lifetime? you can do it.

That is so funny, because I didi the same thing a LOT in my first round. I made brownies for company and I would lift the lid, smell, and then close them back up. My husband would eat corn chips and I would ask to smell his breath! Trust me, that's the first time I've ever asked him to let me smell hi breath! http://hcgdietinfo.com/hcgdietforums...lies/smile.png

Hang in there! I was feeling discouaraged earlier this month and I read a post on here where someone said "just remember it's not forever!" it seems hard and obviously you'll want to change certain habits, but this hard part isn't for life!

Good morning. After seriously thinking this over yesterday, I have made the decision that right now is just not the right time for me. I will be eating a more Paleo P3 and continuing in that vein for awhile. I think, for now, this is the best option for me. I will be back to HCG once I can get my head together. Thank you for your support and encouragement! I will still be around the boards as I really like it here but, I just need a break for awhile!

I am new as this is only my 4th vlcd. I make what is on protocol for me for the entire family. I just add extra things that contain fats and starches for them. Other than hubby kids don't know they are eating to cater to my needs.