Imma hit you with my gratitude stick

_chiaroscuro
_chiaroscuro Posts: 1,340 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
So...January on MFP...that's some shizz amiright?

Listen, I can't list everyone because I am still quite new and learning names, but hopefully you'll know who you are as you read this.

I lurked, and searched, and heard what you had to say.

Within weeks I was armed with enough information to do this the right way because I deserve to. I know my TDEE-20%, my BMR, my BF%, at least a good start point for my macros and I know exactly what I want my body to be capable of, and why. When I have reached my goal I will be tremendous but because of what you have taught me I feel wonderful RIGHT NOW. I'm enjoying this, every day. I feel satisfied, powerful, peaceful...happy.

I am not trying to ingratiate myself. I just want to say with all sincerity, I heard you, and THANK YOU. You've saved me I don't even know how many months of suffering, self-doubt, and failure. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

And now, to counter any possible overstep in intensity, I give you hockeyduckface, because hockeyduckface.
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  • ILiftHeavyAcrylics
    ILiftHeavyAcrylics Posts: 27,732 Member
    This is so much nicer than the onslaught of "everyone on MFP is mean" threads. :flowerforyou:
  • elaine_des
    elaine_des Posts: 189 Member
    I wish I would have found MPF and all the information 3 years ago when I started trying to be healthy. I would have save me from the suffering and starving mode that i have been in for the last years. Thanks MPF!
  • MSam1205
    MSam1205 Posts: 439 Member
    Agreed! One of the nicest post I've read in recent times. You're a sweetie!! :flowerforyou: and a hockey fan to boot!
  • kelfer80
    kelfer80 Posts: 78 Member
    It's SO refreshing to read such a positive post! I'm so glad you have found this wonderful tool and such great supportive friends! I agree with you that I'm in a great place RIGHT NOW bc of MFP. Keep up the awesome work!!
  • kelfer80
    kelfer80 Posts: 78 Member
    Oh, and I LOVE the hockeyduckface, because hockeyduckface!!! :laugh:
  • VelociMama
    VelociMama Posts: 3,119 Member
    Best thread ever.

    You're going to be so successful with this attitude and knowledge! :smile:

    The only bit of advice I'd add is that it's really consistency and patience that get you there. Take it day by day and meal by meal if you need to. Eventually, you'll be shocked at how far you've come :)
  • atamrowski
    atamrowski Posts: 417 Member
    hockeyduckface? Enlighten me
  • pastryari
    pastryari Posts: 8,646 Member
    Love this post! Good luck to you, OP! You're going to do fantastic! :flowerforyou:
  • MallorieGreiner
    MallorieGreiner Posts: 135 Member
    Please tell me that's a Dave Bolland jersey.
  • Alex_is_Hawks
    Alex_is_Hawks Posts: 3,499 Member
    Fantastic post!

    You're gonna be just fine......
  • taunto
    taunto Posts: 6,420 Member
    This is so much nicer than the onslaught of "everyone on MFP is mean" threads. :flowerforyou:

    BAM!

    I just got hit by the truth!
  • Beastette
    Beastette Posts: 1,497 Member
    You're one of the good ones that make the forums worthwhile. Thank YOU.
  • KarenJanine
    KarenJanine Posts: 3,497 Member
    Great post, looks like you've learned all the important stuff already and are well on the right track :drinker:
  • BamaBreezeNSaltAire
    BamaBreezeNSaltAire Posts: 966 Member
    Best thread ever.

    You're going to be so successful with this attitude and knowledge! :smile:

    The only bit of advice I'd add is that it's really consistency and patience that get you there. Take it day by day and meal by meal if you need to. Eventually, you'll be shocked at how far you've come :)

    Amen!!!:drinker: :bigsmile:
  • Yanicka1
    Yanicka1 Posts: 4,564 Member
    Wonderful
  • jackpotclown
    jackpotclown Posts: 3,275 Member
    yes and you definitely have the right shirt to go with the gratitude \m/
  • Pookylou
    Pookylou Posts: 988 Member
    Awww you so lovely
  • halejr23
    halejr23 Posts: 294
    OK, this post is confusing. I thought forum posts were supposed to be mean, rude and obnoxious??? What's with the upbeat, positive attitude??? ;-)
  • anifani4
    anifani4 Posts: 457 Member
    thanks for posting. You are starting out in exactly the right way. With your attitude and inner motivation you will succeed.
  • Controversial
    Controversial Posts: 157 Member
    LOVE this.

    Also, why are you not on my FL?
  • eyeshuh
    eyeshuh Posts: 333
    You win the forums today. I am keeping this thread open on my screen for when I need good juju vibes.

    Also, you are going to lose that weight, keep it off, and feel like a boss!
  • Windy_
    Windy_ Posts: 1,012 Member
    Yay for hockeyduckface! And everything else you said too.
  • LoraF83
    LoraF83 Posts: 15,694 Member
    Best thread ever.

    You're going to be so successful with this attitude and knowledge! :smile:

    The only bit of advice I'd add is that it's really consistency and patience that get you there. Take it day by day and meal by meal if you need to. Eventually, you'll be shocked at how far you've come :)

    Agree^

    And I approve of this duckface.
  • parys1
    parys1 Posts: 2,072 Member
    Way to wield the gratitude stick! Nicely done.
  • onyxgirl17
    onyxgirl17 Posts: 1,722 Member
    Sounds like you're doing it right! Good job! I'm gonna add you as a buddy and see how it goes if that's okay?
  • sz8soon
    sz8soon Posts: 816 Member
    Are you threatening to hit me with a stick? OMG-- that is just so mean. People are so mean.:sad: :sad:

    :drinker: Cheers to you OP! Sounds like you are right on track! Great attitude! Best wishes to you!
  • RBXChas
    RBXChas Posts: 2,708 Member
    I will forgive you for the fact that your jersey is not a Red Wings jersey, but other than that, I think I love you. In a totally platonic, non-stalkerish way :flowerforyou:

    You will go far with this attitude! Keep the faith, and you'll do great. Thanks for an awesome post!
  • shoshi68
    shoshi68 Posts: 407 Member
    I think I love you. Friend me!
  • perfectingpatti
    perfectingpatti Posts: 1,037 Member
    Welcome! There are so many great people from whom you'll learn a lot here!
  • AmberB519
    AmberB519 Posts: 336 Member
    Alright, dude, you made me laugh! LOL Hit me with a gratitude stick? Threaten me with a good time, will ya? Haha. Keep up the awesome work. You're attitude will take you far :) Feel free to add me if you need more pals. I could always use some more outgoing peeps!

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