'The Zone'

[jazz1441]

Hi all,

Can someone please exlain what 'the zone' is? I have seen it mentioned many times in these forums. Sounds like the place to be How do you know when you are there and how long does it take?

Thanks in advance.

[lil_doll]

Hi Jazz,

hehe, the zone can mean different things sometimes...

Mostly, it kicks in after detox and after being 100% deviation free for a certain amount of time (all variable from person to person). It is usually accompanied by feelings of 'euphoria', no cravings, a really good mood, enjoying being on the program, getting good sleep... and just general well-being. etc etc

The zone is definately a good place to be It makes sticking to the program easy.

xMissy

[mcpsych]

all of what ld said
i would also include a head sapce where you are automatically following the program - it just seems right and you just do it without analysing it

[jlou]

and you want to kill your significant other if they mess with your meal plan/timings etc

[jazz1441]

That explains my 'touchiness' when it comes to 'being in control of MY FOOD', he he he..... don't think my boys a going to mess with me in the kitchen, or on my way to the kitchen!

[n3lli3]

Yep - I love the zone!!!

[shuki]

The only other thing I would add is beware the zone can get interfered with by extreme fatigue - but that is all part of the cycle so don't think you have lost it1

[divineparadise]

For the past few days I have been really sleepy at 11pm. I used to be able to stay up till 1am. I am not sure if this counts as fatigue? I do hope I am already in the zone now, this week being my 4th week. No major cravings and feeling good about the diet. But I constantly talk to myself on why I am doing this so as to reinforce my commitment and determination.

[divineparadise]

Originally Posted by jlou

and you want to kill your significant other if they mess with your meal plan/timings etc

Absolutely agree! I am throwing tantrums if he wants to offer any substitute (which is NOT OK!) or wants to eat out or do anything difficult for me to stay 100%.

[jazz1441]

I am looking forward to 'the zone'. Last night I had the most vidid dreams! They showed me backing a heap of cakes, not for me or my family but for fundraising. Anyway I was horrified because I licked the spoons and bowls - yep note the 's' telling you it was more than 1. On top of that I just kept saying it wont matter because it is only a little bit, not considering that my little bit was repeated over, and over, and over, and over........... When I got out of bed this morning I actually told my husband that I had messed up big time but would be getting right back on the wagon. YES, I was very relieved to relise it was all just one big nightmare.

[jlou]

They will pass Jazz... There is a thread on vivid deviation dreams in 'discussions'. I only ever had one but it freaks you out!!!