Your New Normal - Beating Sugar Addition
The Most Important Thing
“We are what we repeatedly do.”
That’s a famous quote from Aristotle, and when it comes to beating sugar addiction, there’s no better way to say it. Whatever you do most of the time, that’s what your life is like.
Until now, you’ve repeated behaviours and built habits that have led you to rely on sugar for energy, comfort, and convenience. You’ve repeatedly done those things, and those behaviours and habits have become “normal” for you. And that “normal” has caused you to become overweight, stressed out, and out of control of your eating habits. (If this isn’t you, close this blog, you don’t need it!)
If you want to change what your life is like – what is “normal” for you – you have to change what you usually do. Your ultimate goal is to create a “new normal” so that you don’t feel like you’re “on a diet” or “depriving yourself” or struggling through some other type of temporary willpower phase.
You need to gradually change how you typically eat and how you plan your meals. You’ll change how you think. Your new, healthier behaviours will become normal, so you’ll never feel like you’re on a diet or temporary eating plan – you just do things differently than you used to. Congratulations, healthier eating has become normal!
Creating your New Normal is the most important concept in beating sugar addiction, and it is vital to your success!
Creating a New Normal is how you replace unhealthy habits and behaviors with healthy ones.
Embracing a “New Normal” isn’t about feeling confined or restricted; it’s about actively choosing to live differently and aligning your behaviors with your desires. Rather than viewing it as serving a sentence, it’s a continuous journey of making intentional choices.
In this journey, indulging in junk food occasionally isn’t off-limits, especially when the majority of your choices are nutritious. It’s about finding balance and creating a lifestyle that prioritises healthy habits without depriving yourself of occasional treats.
Consider two scenarios: in one, your “normal” involves mindful meal planning, purposeful eating, and occasional indulgences without guilt. This approach fosters a healthy weight and overall well-being. On the other hand, if your “normal” entails haphazard eating, ignoring portion sizes, and relying on junk food to alleviate stress, it’s likely to lead to weight gain and health issues.
The empowering truth is that every decision you make shapes your “normal.” With each moment, you have the opportunity to redefine and transform your lifestyle. By consistently making choices that prioritise your health and well-being, you can create a “normal” that reflects your values and supports your long-term goals.
