Talking about 130+ pound loss, publicly.

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  • tinydancer4
    tinydancer4 Posts: 114 Member
    Great speech! So inspiring and really interesting as well.

    I just have a question about giving up sugar, as this is something I struggle with and I'm thinking I might try giving it up. Do you avoid all sugar, or just processed sugar like the sugar in cake? Do you find that this means you have to make all your food at home? As it seems almost everything which you can buy pre-made at the shop has sugar in it!
  • admnmtpilot
    admnmtpilot Posts: 132 Member
    That is a great testimony! Thanks for sharing...and good luck on the rest of your journey :flowerforyou:
  • Julie_Donahue
    Julie_Donahue Posts: 394 Member
    Awesome! I think you will do just fine!
  • IamFzy
    IamFzy Posts: 1 Member
    Eh, it was alright :P
  • ahfontana
    ahfontana Posts: 4 Member
    First of all, awesome job!! Secondly, your speech sounds great! I needed to read something like that to help boost me right now! :)
  • SkinnyBubbaGaar
    SkinnyBubbaGaar Posts: 389 Member
    Well done. Both in your path to losing that 130+ lbs and also in the presentation. Thanks for sharing, you are going to do fine.
  • Shellsmiley
    Shellsmiley Posts: 323 Member
    That is truly an amazing speech! You have done a wonderful job on your journey thus far and I have no doubt that you will continue with your awesomeness!! Thank you so much for the inspiration!!! :heart:
  • raggyanndoll
    raggyanndoll Posts: 176
    I loved it! I have had opportunities to do public speaking and your story is very captivating. Thanks for sharing it with us!
  • ldressle66
    ldressle66 Posts: 35
    Awesome story, thanks so much for sharing your journey. I think you are completely ready for your share at the gym..no edits or changes needed.

    Very moving!

    and Great job...good luck with the last 35 pounds.

    I am sure you will succeed with your positive approach thus far.

    Way to go!

    Lisa
  • lmataloni
    lmataloni Posts: 33 Member
    This is a great, heartfelt, and truthful speech. I think a lot of people will relate to what you said - I know I did! Getting real about food is so important. Thanks!
  • bkr45678
    bkr45678 Posts: 62 Member
    I have one word for you. AMAZING!!!!!
  • TempoChiarisce26
    TempoChiarisce26 Posts: 43
    This is very inspiring. You should be so proud of all the ard work and dtermination you have put forth in obtaining a happier , healthier life. Keep it up girl! You will do great! :)
  • pagoubupa
    pagoubupa Posts: 105 Member
    I enjoyed reading that.
  • krislott
    krislott Posts: 14 Member
    Wow! What an incredible journey and great job! Your story is real and honest - you will do great!
    Best wishes and keep up the great work!!!
    -Kris10
  • kar328
    kar328 Posts: 4,159 Member
    Congratulations on the hard work and thanks for the pep talk.
  • RawTriGal
    RawTriGal Posts: 190 Member
    I LOVE this... thank you for sharing.... everyone is going to be so inspired by your story. The only advice I would give is to just approach it as though you're having a conversation with your friends ... keep it informal so you're more relaxed and if you can, make sure and allow time for questions because people will definitely want to talk with you!

    YOU ROCK!!!
  • maryannelk
    maryannelk Posts: 707 Member
    Very inspiring! Thanks for sharing! Your audience will love it!
  • jenilla1
    jenilla1 Posts: 11,118 Member
    “I bet I’ve burned more because I’m working harder than you.” How old was that fool? Like 5? What an immature thing to say. I like how you tie it in to how you shouldn't compare yourself to others. That's so insightful. You should be working towards the best version of you, not anybody else. :flowerforyou:
  • missyeighmy
    missyeighmy Posts: 24 Member
    Well said .
  • HandyASH
    HandyASH Posts: 109 Member
    Thank you for sharing!!!!
  • benol1
    benol1 Posts: 867 Member
    Congratulations and all the very best with your talk!
  • Dollymaker
    Dollymaker Posts: 65 Member
    ' I decided to start using my powers for good, not evil. '

    I LOVE WHAT YOU SAID HERE!!! I feel the very same way. You know, we all do soooo, so much for everyone in our lives, but we put ourselves LAST. I finally made up my mind that it's about time I move to the front of the line...I deserve to care for and about myself just as much as anyone else does. I finally GET IT...too long enough, but that doesn't matter. I'm here now and that's the most important thing.

    Your speech is wonderful! Congratulations to you and thank you for sharing your amazing story with us.
  • higgi7
    higgi7 Posts: 13 Member
    Awesome, awesome - Don't change a thing - You will motivate many with your speech as you just did me! Thank you.
  • jiggy_gibby
    jiggy_gibby Posts: 197
    love it - I am going to copy and paste a few quotes on my status if that is OK.... you are awesome!
  • sarrymerry
    sarrymerry Posts: 59 Member
    you are awesome. thanks for posting this, i'll def reread this on tough days
  • arellolson
    arellolson Posts: 129 Member
    Thank you so much for your story! I really needed to read something today that would help me fight off the discouragement that I have been feeling regarding exercise! I wish you the very best in your speech!! And congratulations on all of your hard work!!
  • love22step
    love22step Posts: 1,103 Member
    Your presentation will be great! Go with what you shared with us. :flowerforyou: This is what people who sincerely want to lose weight need to hear.
  • larryc0923
    larryc0923 Posts: 557 Member
    Your story is very inspirational and thank you for sharing it with us and the others in the world. Only 1 suggestion is to interweave this around a singular point. Meaning one thing that you would like your audience to take away. For example something like 'Perseverence" or "It is never to late" or "Don't wait until it is real problem" or "You can do it.". This in addition to your story will inspire and give them one clear idea they can take away. Once again thank you.
  • elis_mama
    elis_mama Posts: 308 Member
    bump
  • lalonmeg000
    lalonmeg000 Posts: 276 Member
    the entire speech is amazing but the last line about living for today made me teary eyed. You have no idea how much I needed hear that today. Thank you, and great job on your success! You are going to give an awesome speech.

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