Help from non-friend friends?

KiwiKim25

I don't know if I'm the only one with this mental oddity, but due to (insert long story here) I can not stand discussing dieting or weight loss with friends/family.

But I would really like a few people to keep tabs with so I can brag a little now and then when I do well and get some nudges when I backslide.

Any total strangers want to act like estranged facebook friends (random 'likes' or comments), myfitnesspal style?

JoniBologna

You can add me if you'd like.

LJV1031

LOL... I guess I'm a mental oddity too, because I feel exactly as you do. I don't mind giving advice to people I know, but to talk about MYSELF??? :noway: No way! Feel free to be my estranged friend! :flowerforyou:

karacakes77

Sure! Go ahead and me too :drinker:

ElizaGeorge

Add me! I try to be encouraging

yepitsjen

I'm with you. None of my FB friends know about my journey. My best friend is also on MFP, but we never talk on MFP about what we're doing. Add me if you'd like!

jayayach

I'm the same exact way! Feel free to add me! :flowerforyou:

bombkitty

Me, too! I never post this stuff on FB. Add me!

jenjohnson430

Count me in !

jcpmoore

Nothing odd about it, my dear. Close friends and family are totally unpredictable on the topic. Some love it and want to encourage you. Most don't believe you and tell you you're full of crap. Others try to sabotage you. Why go there? That's why MFP is here. BC we ALL want to help each other.

Add me if you like. Though I'll be out of town for a few days coming up and absent, I will get back in the groove late next week.

punkypenny

I completely understand what you mean. Feel free to add me.

KiwiKim25

Thank you all very much! I really appreciate it!

CatLady01

I sent a friend request. I can't talk to my female friends because when I start losing more than the ones that are also trying, jealousy ruins everything. I feel uncomfortable around anyone thin because I feel they are laughing inside at the idea of someone my size exercising. And of course the classic "hubby who thinks I will leave him if I lose weight".

luvinlife2full

I feel the same. Add me if you'd like.

cbaac03

Yes! Feel free to add me!

lisa46219

You can add me, too!

CynGoddess

well now I think I am the odd one. I am letting it all hang out. On FB, and in life I even have a blog. feel free to add me though. I love to encourage and get it back. good luck on your journey

Smokey19

Hi, my name is Kimberlee, 48. I understand what you mean about not discussing this healthy lifestyle journey with friends and family. Feel free to add me if you wish.

jennc37

Anyone can add me
I am always up for some new friends!

pspetralia

Friend request sent

yellie06584

FEEL FREE TO ADD ME TOO!!! I NEED ENCOURAGEMENT TOO!!! I AM HAPPY TO GIVE ENCOURAGEMENT ALSO!!!

smantha32

That's not so odd, friends and family will often judge you or try to sabotage you.
It's good to be part of a community where most of us have the same goals.

aldale

I sent a friend request. I can't talk to my female friends because when I start losing more than the ones that are also trying, jealousy ruins everything. I feel uncomfortable around anyone thin because I feel they are laughing inside at the idea of someone my size exercising. And of course the classic "hubby who thinks I will leave him if I lose weight".

Oh my. This is too close to home. LOL! Just send me a friend request. I totally understand.

bevtrayer

you can add me too. I have been using MFP for about 7 weeks and love it. It really helps to have encouraging friends.

jennkain97

feel free to add me. and i totally understand your frustration w/ friends/family. they either don't understand, or they do and they are jealous of any success you have!

Kimikaze79

I'm totally down with random non personalized encouragement! I am friending you :happy:

martinmc2012

Im in! I need all the help in can get too. Look forward to going through our journey together.

tz2187

You can add me. I feel the same way!

abcdever

Feel free to add me. I do the best I can to motivate my friends and I LOVE celebrating their victories! After all, that's what this site is all about :-)

AngNY

I am new here and would love some friends here too!

DeniseNichole76

I don't know if I'm the only one with this mental oddity, but due to (insert long story here) I can not stand discussing dieting or weight loss with friends/family.

But I would really like a few people to keep tabs with so I can brag a little now and then when I do well and get some nudges when I backslide.

Any total strangers want to act like estranged facebook friends (random 'likes' or comments), myfitnesspal style?

Unfortunately ~ its the closest friends and family that aren't our first supporters. It's important to find a support group of like minded people heading toward the same goal. I have a Beauty, Health & Fitness group for women on FB if you are interested just send me a PM. All women are welcome.