I have had a 2000 calorie day. I cheated and had a couple squares of Hershy’s giant milk chocolate bar. I needed this to boost my calories. I should get the fun size of chocolate bars just for this reason. I think UpDownAround does this too. Also there is always eating a banana or other fruit for additional healthy calories. I Just realized that forgot to use my protien powder in my smoothie. This would of made a difference.

So far my plan is working. Before this, I was eating anything that looked good including McDonalds Big Mac with fries and multiple desserts during the same day. Not what I would all a “mindful” maintenance diet. Cutting out those baked desserts, sometimes having two different types on hand, has helped too.

I am thinking of introducing a couple different meals that have a bit more calories compared to what I ate when dieting. I think my calorie target will allow this, that is if I stick to my plan. I would have the total calories counted for each meal. I then would “mindfully” incorporate these meals into my regular diet. I just do not know what the two dishes will be.