LOSING IT.... seriously. :|

NostalgicMuse

Hi ya'll. I'm a 30 something wife and work at home mother of 2. I always thought life kept me busy enough to also keep me fit and somehow I've walked around with a reverse type of body dysmorphic disorder where I see myself looking better than I actually do. Every day (when another craving attacks me) I remind myself that NOTHING tastes as good as skinny/ healthy feels.

I'd love to be friends with you if you're looking to lose it too. No debbie-downers. Sense of humor a must. This is the end of my personals ad.

MsRiah

Well I'm a 21 year old mother, and I constantly find myself saying , "Well Mariah you really aren't THAT fat !" wth is THAT fat?!? lol But I have to get serious about this whole weight loss thing and look how I really want to look ! So , .. Let's The Games Begin . & Feel Free To Add Me , I Log Everyday

meliann07

I think I suffered from the same disorder lol. I never thought I looked THAT bad but now I'm realizing I was wrong lol. I'll add you.

debilang

I've lost and gained and lost and gained again my whole life..a Yo Yo of 10 lbs...not much, but it affected my later life in a quick heart attack that I am now struggling to stay away from in the future!! Fortunately, I can still run and jump with my grandchildren who are now 2 years and 5 months...TOTAL GIFTS of precious life that I thought I would never experience, since my daughter took me at my word when I told her enjoy her life to the fullest. After she has traveled and lived in different areas of the the Western World..she found, ane fell in love with the father of her children..and now she makes the best Mom...and I am a Grandma now. She studied is a Nurse...and between Mom and Dad...I get to take care of my Grandbabies a few days a week...SO FUN! NOW...I want to lose the stubborn FAT that has held on all my adult life, and I found MFP. I will SUPPORT you and encourage you to lose...and looking for the same! I, too, want this SERIOUSLY (big smile)...I am always looking for SERIOUS Pals to share the Journey!! Add me if you like!!! Good Luck in your Journey! Hehehe...I am a Debbie...BUT CERTAINLY NOT A DOWNER...LOL...

Southernb3lle

I'm with you girl..100%. I'm a 38 mother of 3. I want to lose this weight once and for all. I'm requesting you now.

MtnKat

Oh wow! I've got the same disorder too! Must be something in the water....

Nikkei24

I can hear that. I went through a similar phase where i was slowly gaining and when I looked in the mirror was like ehh its not that bad.

supplemama

Hello, just added you! I'm a 40 year old mother of 3. None of my kids are fat. my husband is tall and lean. I'm the only fat one in the house, and tired of it! Even though I don't look as fat/heavy as I actually am. Anyone feel free to add me!

NostalgicMuse

:bigsmile:

NostalgicMuse

Well I'm a 21 year old mother, and I constantly find myself saying , "Well Mariah you really aren't THAT fat !" wth is THAT fat?!? lol But I have to get serious about this whole weight loss thing and look how I really want to look ! So , .. Let's The Games Begin . & Feel Free To Add Me , I Log Everyday

I think i'm officially "that fat".
I recall telling my husband early in our marriage "if I ever get 'that fat', please tell me, okay?" And he has.... gently, nervously even. I'm thankful.

I'm a daily poster too!

Tatt2luvr

I know what you mean! Good Luck on your weight loss journey!

NostalgicMuse

I think I suffered from the same disorder lol. I never thought I looked THAT bad but now I'm realizing I was wrong lol. I'll add you.

Thank you!!!
Pictures (or sometimes lack of pictures) of your whole body can help to show you how you REALLY look.
For me, one too many sweet honest little children told me i have a Big Butt. Yeah...major wake up call.

pennyrtyler

I've just woken up from the same reverse disorder! Workin' on it - very slowly.

NostalgicMuse

I've lost and gained and lost and gained again my whole life..a Yo Yo of 10 lbs...not much, but it affected my later life in a quick heart attack that I am now struggling to stay away from in the future!! Fortunately, I can still run and jump with my grandchildren who are now 2 years and 5 months...TOTAL GIFTS of precious life that I thought I would never experience, since my daughter took me at my word when I told her enjoy her life to the fullest. After she has traveled and lived in different areas of the the Western World..she found, ane fell in love with the father of her children..and now she makes the best Mom...and I am a Grandma now. She studied is a Nurse...and between Mom and Dad...I get to take care of my Grandbabies a few days a week...SO FUN! NOW...I want to lose the stubborn FAT that has held on all my adult life, and I found MFP. I will SUPPORT you and encourage you to lose...and looking for the same! I, too, want this SERIOUSLY (big smile)...I am always looking for SERIOUS Pals to share the Journey!! Add me if you like!!! Good Luck in your Journey! Hehehe...I am a Debbie...BUT CERTAINLY NOT A DOWNER...LOL...

I think so many women share your "forever 10 # too heavy" story. YOU CAN DO IT!!!

NostalgicMuse

I'm with you girl..100%. I'm a 38 mother of 3. I want to lose this weight once and for all. I'm requesting you now.

Proud to friend you!
I must get my body (butt is what I really wanted to say) in shape before I have a 3rd! Clock is ticking...LOUD... can you hear that?!

NostalgicMuse

Oh wow! I've got the same disorder too! Must be something in the water....

I realized I'm not as sexy as I think I am when innocently flirting and it was joked off and suddenly awkward that I would consider flirting.... okay... no idea if that makes sense...... lol ANYWAY.... i got dissed and wasn't used to it. EEEK!!

NostalgicMuse

I can hear that. I went through a similar phase where i was slowly gaining and when I looked in the mirror was like ehh its not that bad.

Let's agree... When your mom offers to send you some of her clothes... It IS THAT BAD!!

NostalgicMuse

Hello, just added you! I'm a 40 year old mother of 3. None of my kids are fat. my husband is tall and lean. I'm the only fat one in the house, and tired of it! Even though I don't look as fat/heavy as I actually am. Anyone feel free to add me!

you are beautiful! I can feel your spirit in your message and you have a determination that is going to bring you to your goals. KEEP IT UP!!

NostalgicMuse

I know what you mean! Good Luck on your weight loss journey!

You can do it too!!!! Keep tracking and MOVE YOUR BODY!!

NostalgicMuse

I've just woken up from the same reverse disorder! Workin' on it - very slowly.

Tell me how!!!

sandrajune72

Pictures (or sometimes lack of pictures) of your whole body can help to show you how you REALLY look.
For me, one too many sweet honest little children told me i have a Big Butt. Yeah...major wake up call.

:laugh: EXACTLY! Me too!! Pictures were my push to lose weight. I'm 39 and a Mum of 2 boys. Will send friend request now :drinker:

godblessourhome

i have that thought too.

i went to a wedding in a size 14 dress (i'm only 5 foot) and was like 'i look goooood'. lol. then my sister-in-law (who is 5'5) showed up in a size 2 dress. *she* is the one who looked good. seriously GOOD. in my head i have always been the thinner one, even when i wasn't.

ah, the power of the brain. thank God for pictures that tell the truth.

littlechaka

SERIOUSLY!!! My celebrity look-a-like just lost 60 lbs. I used to hate the resemblence (and would get angry when someone said "do you know u look like...") but now seeing her (one of my posted pics)... I welcome the compliment.

My journey is one of many women, although not a mother YET, I need the accomplishment, health, confidence and just to look damn good in my clothes. Doing it now will encourage me to continue after giving birth.

Looking forward to chatting and venting with you all! Lets do it.

mangobadango

Yup, I'm definitely the reverse type. I think I look thin.

Feel free to add me. I'm on every day and most days post some sort of a status update. I figure I can't have too many friends, just gotta learn to keep them straight.

jennstevens21

I have thought that until i saw pics of me one day and also just comparing my weight to other people that weigh the same amount. Feel free to add me.

scientistalicea

I never thought I looked bad, and always had a pretty healthy sense of self esteem. Only in the last year did I really and truly embrace the weight loss regime. I've lost a fair amount of weight and still have a little to go. I'm looking to help encourage those who need/want it and maybe impart some of humor and lessons learned.

Game on weight loss, I'm gonna own you.

tris2002

pick me i fit in with this mystery disorder too! I would put on my clothes and heels and think i look good for being a mom and just having a baby. Or get all dressed up to go out with my size 2 and size 5 sisters well lets just say when those photos were developed i wanted to run to the hills my size 14 self looked huge next to their tiny butts. So i've been doing something about it and have lost 22lbs and am down to a size 10. I look awesome i thought till my sisters recent babyshower and again seeing the "adorable" pictures of us all dressed in the same outfit :ohwell: while i do look better i have a lot to do to look awesome-at least another 20lbs

NostalgicMuse

i have that thought too.

i went to a wedding in a size 14 dress (i'm only 5 foot) and was like 'i look goooood'. lol. then my sister-in-law (who is 5'5) showed up in a size 2 dress. *she* is the one who looked good. seriously GOOD. in my head i have always been the thinner one, even when i wasn't.

ah, the power of the brain. thank God for pictures that tell the truth.

oh man.... lol I love this testimonial!!! Work with me here! Really... work out! Keep me thinking and keep me moving so WE can be the girls who look SERIOUSLY GOOD

NostalgicMuse

I never thought I looked bad, and always had a pretty healthy sense of self esteem. Only in the last year did I really and truly embrace the weight loss regime. I've lost a fair amount of weight and still have a little to go. I'm looking to help encourage those who need/want it and maybe impart some of humor and lessons learned.

Game on weight loss, I'm gonna own you.

Now THIS is the attitude i like! I am in control of my body. No longer is this BLOB going to eat at my health and goals and self esteem! BE GONE WITH YOU!

NostalgicMuse

pick me i fit in with this mystery disorder too! I would put on my clothes and heels and think i look good for being a mom and just having a baby. Or get all dressed up to go out with my size 2 and size 5 sisters well lets just say when those photos were developed i wanted to run to the hills my size 14 self looked huge next to their tiny butts. So i've been doing something about it and have lost 22lbs and am down to a size 10. I look awesome i thought till my sisters recent babyshower and again seeing the "adorable" pictures of us all dressed in the same outfit :ohwell: while i do look better i have a lot to do to look awesome-at least another 20lbs

oh dear.... I just have one piece of advise I'll share right now... DO NOT dress in the same outfit as anyone unless in a wedding and it's mandatory..... just BE YOU. Stand out in YOUR WAY. make it impossible for people to point you out as the "big girl". Be the girl with all the personality and great smile! LOVE your honesty and vulnerability. KEEP DOING YOU!

zombiemomjo

I was the one who thought "I look better with a little meat on my bones!" Or my favorite, "I'm slightly rounded for my husband's protection." Even he would say that he's a carnivore not a scavenger, so he liked me chunky. Well, I am a 39 year old mom of 4 and 5 year old boys, and after losing my father at a very young age to a massive heart attack (he was 38), I decided that my goal had to be to be around for my boys as long as possible. Life is too short to hate being in my own skin, so I owe this to me and to my family to be happier and healthier. I workout and log religiously, so feel free to add me as a friend!