Trying to begin again..

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gettinslim123
gettinslim123 Posts: 30 Member
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Last year I was dealing with a breakup and ended up dropping 50 pounds in less than 6 months. I was heavily drinking and barely eating but everyone was complimenting my shrinking figure and always saying how great I looked. I'm happy to say that I'm in a better place in my
Life right now but unfortunately since I have begun eAting normal amounts of food (and then some for winter comfort).. I've gained half of it back. I feel gross and I'm taking it out on myself and those around me.
I just want to feel good in my own skin but it can be so hard to start again.

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  • starsarai720
    starsarai720 Posts: 31 Member
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    I am so there with you, girl.
  • starsarai720
    starsarai720 Posts: 31 Member
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    Starting small is the best way to go. And that doesn't mean immediately depriving yourself of everything and hitting the gym mercilessly.... Start off by trying to drink at least 1 gallon of water a day. This will curb cravings and get your body on a better rhythm. (As well as pushing out water weight, and generally making you feel lighter).
    It's hard when you associate looking your best with malnourishment and a hard emotional time. I'm going through the same thing, again, right now. A bad break up over a year ago caused me to lose over 10 pounds in a week last year, then to gain 15 in refusing to get out of bed and eating myself sick. Eventually, I came back out of that by finding a gym routine and choosing to prepare my own meals when I could.

    Now, after another bad breakup (just two days ago) I am starting to drop weight quickly again.... But I am trying to remember to nourish and love myself instead of turning someone else's action into a form of self harm (not nourishing myself, etc). It's hard, because I feel no desire to eat, so tracking it on here and at least getting to 1000k-1200k is the goal (I know this still isn't a lot, but it's something). It's also easier to drink meal replacements/protein drinks. Somehow this is easier to stomach.
    Good luck on your weight loss journey. We're all rooting for you!

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