Thinking that the social aspect is the key... wanna be frien

NorthwestLadybug

So here I am again... attempting to lose weight. I decided to ignore the fact that it's New Years resolution season; that's just too much pressure! It's simply the date when I discovered a program offered by my husband's employer, and they recommended this site.

Why is it that I am successful in all other aspects of my life (career, family, talents/aspirations, etc.), and I'm a project manager by profession... but I can't seem to manage the "project" of losing weight and getting healthy?! (And also of breaking this dang nail-biting habit...) It seems that I sabotage myself each time I head down this road -- though I don't know why!

I did lose about 30 pounds a few years ago (of course it, and more, is back) through Weight Watchers. It wasn't the program that helped me succeed as much as the PEOPLE. I am a social media/internet addict and love connecting online, so this forum seems to be the perfect vehicle for me to actually succeed this time -- and to perhaps be held accountable. :-)

It's Day One for me. Wish me luck! I'll be meeting my 27-year-old daughter for lunch today, but we'll be eating at the Mongolian Grill, where I can pile my bowl high with fresh veggies. Then it's off to SIT for two hours, watching "We Bought a Zoo."

Nice to meet y'all! Looking forward to making some great connections!

kimmie185

hi there, feel free to add me! :flowerforyou:

hypotrochoid

Welcome! You can do this. (You're not going to Chang's, are you? That place is made of evil. And deliciousness. But mostly evil.)

scapez

Having friends here is a definite key to success - so add them, add them, and add them! I'll be your token 'not new to MFP' friend if you wish to send a FR.

bug1114

Welcome!!

ajmaccar

Its the first step in the right direction! You can do this. Rawr!

rocketmouse

I broke myself of the nail-biting habit (mostly) by adopting a rigorous nail care routine a.k.a painting them like twice a week, haha. I also just bought some different treatments to help them grow better/less thin and chip-prone so hopefully I'll be able to keep growing them longer now (before I had to keep them short cuz they'd crack easily)

also, happy to be friends!

kellyisloved

Good luck! I definitely agree. The tools are nice, but the more involved I am with other people, the better I do. It's nice having someone to support, someone to understand, someone to kick me in the rump when I need it, or even just to know I'm going to feel guilty when I have to tell someone I fell off.

At least I will say that the habits becoming easier after you do them for a while (most of the time...I'm kicking myself out of a holiday slump as we speak, lol). Hope it all goes well for you, and feel free to add if you need a friend.

Also, random, but I call my mother ladybug. Made me smile to see your name.

LMHinson15

Hi! You're right... the support is awesome!!

I'm a fellow Northwesterner! Portland, Oregon here!

Feel free to add me if you like!

Orrnery

Hi..no picture here! The fact that you have a 27 year old daughter and haven't figured out your "size" issue, means we have "stuff" in common. I, too, have a 27 year old and a 26 year old and while I have lost plenty of weight in my life, here I am again. Oh sure, age has something to do with it....but mostly, my hand keeps going to my mouth. January 2012 and I also just found myfitnesspal...you are my first contact. I have spent a lot of time trying to figure all this out-in groups and alone. I even watched 'Biggest Loser' last night! Yikes, it made me cry.
Perhaps we could be accountable to each other as well as "our" fitnesspal. Fitness is my nemesis for sure. It's like keeping balls up in the air...I can get the eating part, but not the exercise part or visa versa.

draayer7

Hello! I am the same way! I need to have a support group in order to accomplish my goal of losing weight...Here's to a new friendship and losing weight!! Good luck!


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rescueangel

Hey there......yep getting into a routine with a healthier way of eating (it's not a diet, but a change) is hard.
Heck....I'm OCD and ask my self why I can OCD everything else in my life, but not a healthier me!!??

Join the club (oh wait...you did!!)
Have a seat, a walk, an app on your cell phone....and log into your ready made support group.
We'll be glad to chat with you.

Welcome aboard!!

BeccaB1981

Feel free to add me if you'd like to. I have been on MFP for 100 days as of today and have lost 32 lbs. My MFP friends have been such a great support network and have really helped me in this journey.

AZnewme

Hi There: Gotta work on a picture for me - love yours- you look so happy! I am not new here, but I have procrastinated and not followed my plan - so today is the first day of the rest.... you know the rest! I have adult children as well - 20, 18 and 16, but want to be alive to see my great grandkids! Please feel free to add me - I think the social/support aspect is one of the most important ways to get going! Here's to a great 2012!!!

mos1971

Im happy for you to add me i need the help too the social aspect helps alot.

VryIrishGirl76

I totally hear you on the social aspect, I'm the same way!
Feel free to add me.

elliemay63

Hello, I found this site last year about this time and it has helped me alot! Down about 25 pounds! I have two daughters (28 and 30) and my youngest has started on here so I am super excited for her!!!
I like knowing I can eat a little more with just a little bit of exercise. And I have learned alot from the message boards! Feel free to add me.

luvmybeebees

Hello there! Welcome!

You will find many friends and lots of support here!

Feel free to add me. I have been on here for a year - and still love it!!

Remi79

Hello and welcome! Feel free to add me as a friend if you would like.
I was an avid MFP'r for 2 months last year and lost weight, but then I got sick and quit everything totally. i'm back now and am feeling very motivated about it!

suzy1953

Hi why not add me i have just started the last few days

poshpaws1987

Feel free to add me! :-)

amberly2008

Feel free to add me

sinistertitan

Hello and welcome from not too far south of you! Best wishes to you on your journey!

christinajohnson

You can do this!

deannarey13

The more friends that you can find to be supportive the better. I sent a request.

Any others feel free to add me as well.

NorthwestLadybug

Welcome! You can do this. (You're not going to Chang's, are you? That place is made of evil. And deliciousness. But mostly evil.)

NorthwestLadybug

Welcome! You can do this. (You're not going to Chang's, are you? That place is made of evil. And deliciousness. But mostly evil.)

Actually, we went to the Mongolian Grill in Woodinville. Its evilness or goodness is entirely up to me, as I (and I alone) load the bowl. Oh, the pressure! Happy to see that you're a local! :-)

Nicola21

Hi there! Feel Free to add me. Nothing like a support to help reach your goals.

Jba727

Hello, I just started end of December and said, "here I go again"' so I can definitely relate! I need to take off 30 and would be happy to take the journey with you if you so desire.

MelJack68

Please add me to your list of supporters. I need help, too. I just started and am looking forward to making some new weight loss friends! I am 43 and the mother of 4 daughters. I am a full-time RN in an emergency room and everyone loves to bring in fattening food! Yikes!!