#slowprogress

[dithoricki]

Latest WIP on "The Veil-Hound"! This past week has seen some slow progress. I ended up reworking parts of the neck because it wasn't quite sitting right, and shifted focus to other areas for a "change of scenery" while the arm awaits its full completion.

It's tough when you have to go back, but it's always worth it for the final result. Still deep in the process of bringing this shadowy figure to life!

[st-slimkit]

Why I stopped counting calories — and I don't regret it aka why a tracker can help you when your mind is tired

I used to think tracking was all about control. Like some food police telling me I was “too much” again. But now I see it as something totally different.

Not punishment. But support.

I don’t count calories anymore — and I’m glad I stopped. But I do track: ✔ a glass of water in the morning. ✔ choosing rest over burnout. ✔ saying “I’m tired today” and not judging myself for it. ✔ choosing a snack that feels good right now, not just “healthy.”

Why does it work?

Because not everything fits in your head. Especially when you’re tired. A tracker reminds you: you’re trying, even if it doesn’t show up on the scale yet.

It helps you notice progress, not just numbers. And support yourself gently, day by day.

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[plumefeline]

It’s been a while, but I’m back!

Work has been hectic these past few weeks — now things have calmed down… for the moment. (Famous last words, I know.) On a more entertaining note, I’m dipping my toes back into the dating world because clearly, I never learn.

This weekend was spent with a younger guy — fun times. Now I’ve somehow lined up three dates in a row: Thursday for drinks and tapas, Friday for ice cream and a laid-back night out, and Saturday in a delightfully bougie city. Three men, three vibes. I’m enjoying the ride and will hop off when it stops being fun.

The fitness challenge is also on track, thanks to my city's charming public transport. They moved my bus stop 2.3 km away from the office, so I’m walking a lot more. It’s fine while the weather is nice… autumn and winter will test my patience (and waterproof shoes). Or I’ll just tough it out. We’ll see.

Next up: focusing on growing my savings.

In the meantime, here’s a little photo dump from the past few weeks.

[takectrlplease]

o2 September 2023

Making some slowprogress feels good. I can feel myself getting more determined and have my goals so clear in my head.it baffles me how most of the year I was so unable to stick to this very basic concept... Just don't eat so much. Just eat small quantities and you will lose weight. Not all that complicated at all but it feet like such a mission everytime l ate all I wanted was to overeat. Perhaps combining this with swimming will help me to stay consistent throughout the year and even if I get pregnant who knows... Anyway, today I was at 60.7 kg and hopefully by next weekend ican easily be in the 59 region. Today I had a packet of crackers for breakfast because I was feeling shaky, then for lunch some chicken (100gr) with egg whites, corn and soya sauce. Yesterday) did well as well I think, two packets of crackers, two bowls of cereal and for dinner it was egg with mayo, cherry tomatoes and olives and that was it. I don't think it's too much, I hope.

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[whateverwhimsy]

At a Loss

I’ll never be able to tame that ravenous beast inside, hard line, hard times, a voracious appetite and all bets are off -- lost the battle once again but staying down just can’t ever be a viable option.

[vishnuexpress]

#slowprogress #VishnuExpress #VEMUnit #musiclothing @good_laymur 💛😂😂😂😎🎤🎸 (at Finland) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQae1rbBulj/?utm_medium=tumblr

[sweetbutmostlysour]

Finally onto paint with this bad boy!

#griddrawing #acrylic #acrylicpainting #handpainted #slowprogress #workinprogress #wip https://www.instagram.com/p/CBjWOtQh73C/?igshid=1ng6330urfzag

[mrscratch0753]

Plugging away... #workinprogress #starwars #painting #drawing #process #stepbystep #obiwankenobi #alecguinness #ewanmcgregor #darthvader #lukeskywalker #yoda #quigonjinn #fanart #artlife #mixedmedia #slowprogress #maytheforcebewithyou #igart #artistsoninstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CE-NMgkgegy/?igshid=avl26yfdyed4

[shareighphippsart]

A couple more days of painting in my grandad’s garage. It’s a slow progress but it’s getting there. The detail is small in the building and so it’s taking some time to do😂. Started to work into the sky and add some colourful clouds too. #art #artstudent #oilpainting #oils #oilpaints #foundationart #artanddesign #building #architecture #clouds #progress #slowprogress #canvaspainting #canvas #painting #bigpainting https://www.instagram.com/p/B-Z3cezFUJs/?igshid=11z94i75bvdb0

[st-slimkit]

Weight Is Not a Straight Line

You’ve been eating better, moving gently, drinking water. But the scale won’t move. And suddenly your brain whispers: “I must be doing something wrong.”

But you’re not. Weight loss isn’t a straight line. For women, it fluctuates with sleep, stress, cycle, salt, even weather. That’s not failure. That’s your real, living body doing its job.

Look closely: • You’re kinder to yourself now. • You no longer panic over a cookie. • You’ve learned to listen to your body.

That is progress.

Even if the number stays the same — you are changing. You’ve stepped onto a path where numbers don’t define your worth. Where softness matters more than speed.

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[fatmalovestodraw]

Some days are light some days are dark. #grateful 🙏🏼 #wip #slowprogress #sketchbook #sketchbooking #storyofmylife #pothos #drawing #prismacolor #colorpencil #arting #play #purplerain https://www.instagram.com/p/B1Wu1Augb3L/?igshid=164sgpz7xqrfg

[stoianmarian]

Morning, bastards. #art #ink #inkordie #inkinkink #monsters #theinkmonster #samurai #samuraimask #samuraihelmet #slowprogress #dragon #ilovetextures #iloveink #pagan #shaman #bucharest #romania @handsomemonkcoffeehouse https://www.instagram.com/p/Bz99v3-oka4/?igshid=1dmhpy1tlzwfx

[huebucket]

Sloth Lift by @Huebucket #sloth #slowprogress #gym #fitness 25% Off Everything Today! Tap link in bio https://society6.com/product/sloth-lift_print?curator=huebucket https://www.instagram.com/p/BxXOO9tFfZA/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1bq0wwg0a184j

[demiamuca]

Trying to get back into drawing, not feeling to good about it yet.. Not sure if I should bother to finish 😓 . Sorry for the lack of updates, my art block is quite bad 😑😔 thanks for sticking around tho 💖 . Guess it's a bit #mermay themed . . #drawing #art #artwork #traditionalart #tradotionaldrawing #sketch #workinprogress #slowprogress #nomotivation #mermay2019 #plantmonster #monster #creepyvibes https://www.instagram.com/p/BxHwhBQFOkC/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=u7a8h7j6pubu

[magicmamahandmade]

I might just finish this by the end of the year 😂😬 #slowprogress #doodleart #lineart #mandala #snowflake #micronart #blackandwhite #inkdrawing #blackwork #monochrome #illustration #artislove #inkandpaper #draweveryday https://www.instagram.com/p/B6cDvyBA24r/?igshid=1rkcr084nwujt

[healthier-happier-mee]

Today was one of those days:

I feel asleep on the metro on my way home & working out after that is so hard.

I got changed and was like 'does this count?'

I bribed myself with a bite of (no sugar) carrot cake I made yesterday.

I feel bloated and gross.

I feel like after 6 months I should look like a pro athlete, I feel disheartened & burnt out.

But working out was, as it always is, good.

I Skipped and boxed some of that anger out.

I need a holiday.