Truthfully, when I feel the urge to have a special treat, I don't usually act impulsively anymore. I stop and think about it. While I'm thinking, I drink water to see if that will satisfy me. I also think to myself, "Can I wait until tomorrow to have this treat?" and then I usually realize it's not a need, it's a WANT that can wait. My dad has been trying to do this lifestyle, but he is not effective with it. When he feels the tiniest bit of hunger (or boredom?), he jumps up immediately and finds something to eat. Usually, it is something low car, but he has no impulse control OR portion control. And, he becomes frustrated because he doesn't see the scale moving (except in the WRONG direction). I have tried to explain it to him, but he isn't receiving it well. He was just here for a visit and said, "Well, six months worth of work is down the drain!" He had gained back all of the weight he'd lost in 6 months (it was only about 10 pounds) in a matter of two weeks on vacation. He is not consistent. He becomes frustrated and then rather depressed over it all. He is still stuck on the hamster wheel and can't see if for himself. I see NOW that it's where I used to be, but PRAISE THE LORD, I'm off that darn hamster wheel for good!
