I was rereading Dr. Gullo’s interview that I linked to yesterday. He recommends small goals. So, for the umpteenth time, I am regrouping, and trying a new approach.

While my ultimate goal is to lose 100 pounds, my (new) current small goal is to lose five pounds. My goal is to lose five pounds by March 13. I will lose five pounds by walking or exercising for 45 minutes a day, by drinking at least ten glasses of water a day, and by eating three meals and two snacks a day. I will weigh myself every morning to track my progress. I will not eat after 8:00 at night. I will allow myself dessert on Fridays only. I will deal with my emotions, and the stress of my crazy job, by writing in my journal (which says “Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you’ve imagined. –Thoreau” on the cover.) Or I will express my feelings on this blog.

Sounds simple enough, right?