It's the day before my next No Sugar / No Flour challenge begins on December 1st and I'm realizing the participation numbers are pretty low. I can't blame anyone because who in their right mind would try to go without sugar and flour during the month known for its holiday baking. Every time you turn around in December, you're running into a candy cane, Reese's tree, or chocolate Santa. Not to mention the cookies, the cookies are everywhere as people dust off the recipes they use just once a year. It's almost an insult to them if you don't indulge.
I decided to do the challenge in December for two reasons this year.
1. Highlight the fact that to some people, it will never be the right time for them to take the challenge. They can cite a special occasion or obstacle for any week of the year, from a cousin's birthday party to the weather being too cold. It's unfortunate, because if they just picked a time and did the two weeks, they would experience something life-changing that could put them on a healthier trajectory and give them even more weeks to extend their life.
2. I do these challenges for my own accountability purposes. Honestly, I'm not some fitness guru or health expert with cut abs trying to talk you into doing something that's easy for me. I'm a guy that has struggled with food addiction throughout my life and I've come to realize that I need accountability partners to keep me from going off the deep end. Doing these challenges and preparing worksheets and material that I give away for free is a lot of work, but it's worth it to me if I know someone else might be walking the same path as me.
So, if December isn't right for you, I completely understand, but nothing is stopping you from getting ready now for when the moment comes. Get the packet and follow along, so you can realize that the challenge isn't as hard as you think it is.
I decided to do the challenge in December for two reasons this year.
1. Highlight the fact that to some people, it will never be the right time for them to take the challenge. They can cite a special occasion or obstacle for any week of the year, from a cousin's birthday party to the weather being too cold. It's unfortunate, because if they just picked a time and did the two weeks, they would experience something life-changing that could put them on a healthier trajectory and give them even more weeks to extend their life.
2. I do these challenges for my own accountability purposes. Honestly, I'm not some fitness guru or health expert with cut abs trying to talk you into doing something that's easy for me. I'm a guy that has struggled with food addiction throughout my life and I've come to realize that I need accountability partners to keep me from going off the deep end. Doing these challenges and preparing worksheets and material that I give away for free is a lot of work, but it's worth it to me if I know someone else might be walking the same path as me.
So, if December isn't right for you, I completely understand, but nothing is stopping you from getting ready now for when the moment comes. Get the packet and follow along, so you can realize that the challenge isn't as hard as you think it is.
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