just restarted and could really use some support

Skeebee

I know how you feel. I've been on the rollercoaster for years! And, it took a while for friends and family to support me without the occasinoal "oh...but one junk food item..etc...won't hurt you..it's just one..." I finally got back in it and was determined to stick to it this time. So far so good. Just realize that YOU are the one who is in control and no one else can change that. best of luck to you!! YOU CAN DO THIS!!!!!!

Evette7

My advice is to take each day as it comes. I only started a few days ago and so far I've not done too great at all, however today I have stuck to my calories so I am really pleased about that (even though it seems like a small thing!) Just take each day as it comes I guess. It can be so hard when thereis junk food around, a lot of people say bin it but I can't. Sometimes it works to just plan it into your allowence so you can have a bit of what you fancy

Good luck :flowerforyou:

binning is just not practical in this house because out of the 5 people who live here I am the only one watching what I eat. But I hear you on the rest. If I could just get a few days or weeks under my belt I am sure it would be easier (been there and done it) but the starting has just been a huge battle.

orangecrayon

I'll add you, girl! I completely understand (fell off the wagon countless times in the beginning, but persevered and look at where I am now!)
You've already taken the most important step! Recognizing that you want to change, making the account, and taking action! Welcome to MFP!!!

Evette7

hi

i have just started yesterday

tootsmorgan my daughter in law introduced me to this site

i am excited

i know that feeling.worried you are going to fail again

well dont

at least you are making an effort

just do the best you can

be honest

try and visualise yourself a stone lighter

imagine how good that will feel

you can do it

thanks!

Evette7

Hi Evette,

I just joined this site and I know how hard it is to stay focused on your goal. I eat to fill the voids in my life which is frustrating since I tend to be a perfectionist. I need to go to work right now but I will look for you later. Hang in there. :flowerforyou:
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Isnt that a really depressing realization? I completely relate!

Evette7

Hi i seem to be the king of will power this time round. Tried to lose weight all my life but now I'm determined. I've lost 53lb so far since Xmas!! Truly
On a mission. It's easy to lose its just deciding to. I also quit smoking last year using the same method. I went cold turkey with cigarettes and with the weight loss in well in the swing of meals etc and I don't snack. Haven't eaten chocolate crisps etc for over three months

Good luck to everyone

Great job!!

Memorysketch

I am proof that the 80/20 idea truly works (though sometimes it's probably 70/30, tbh!) I don't really have an issue with my partner/kid eating everything in sight - it's usually my idea for fast food when I don't want to cook, or there isn't enough time to cook.

I'd love to be friends!

iqjones

Too right!!!

86282

I just re-started about a week ago as well - lost 50 pounds through another plan but put it all back on - yikes! One day at a time I guess - here I go again.

Roxsand

You can do it!!!!! We will all be here to help and inspire you! Add me on here!