Ted changed his eating habits to lose weight 2 months ago. Yesterday, he bought a gallon of cherry ice cream because it was on sale and he needed a dessert to take to a family party next week, but then couldn't resist eating two bowls of it last night. Ted is very upset that he has "blown it" and reverted to his former overeating. What should he do now?

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Ted should forgive himself for his slip-up and move on. It's important to remember that one moment of indulgence doesn't erase all the progress he's made over the past two months. However, he should avoid keeping ice cream (or any other tempting foods) in his home, to reduce the likelihood of future relapses. Option B is not a good choice, as relapses are common and normal in the process of changing habits. Option C is also not helpful, as intentionally exposing oneself to temptation can make it harder to resist in the long run. Option D is not advised, as it would be giving into temptation further and can lead to feeling guilty or ashamed afterwards. Option E is a bit extreme, as it's okay to treat oneself occasionally in moderation.

Ted Changed His Eating Habits to Lose Weight 2 Months