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I give up when I try this alone

mikki1987
mikki1987 Posts: 25 Member
edited January 17 in Introduce Yourself
Hi, been on MFP for a while, but didn't come on the forums at all, I decided that the support you guys give is exactly what I need right now, I've hit the place in my life that I FINALLY have the motivation to start, I just need the motivation to carry on! Any tips or advice to keep going?

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  • Aleta7
    Aleta7 Posts: 92
    Just log in every day..post your calories and read the message boards. They help keep you motivated...If you feel like giving up..tell yourself "Just for today I will stay on the diet"...do this every day. it helps.
  • JENNY7634
    JENNY7634 Posts: 67 Member
    I really believe you have to be ready and you have to want it for yourself. Ive tried and failed many times in the past because I didnt really want it. Sounds like you are ready so I think the best thing you can do is get a supportive group of friends and if you fall off the wagon dont let it beat you down just start fresh again immediately! I have a pair of jeans that are two sizes two small hanging on my bedroom door so I look at them when I walk out of my bedroom every day. I also am trying pics of bodies that I find inspiring which will hang on the fridge and the pantry door to hopefully motivate myself! Good luck on your journey, I sent you a friend request. If you want we can help motivate each other : )
  • charlesnapolitano
    charlesnapolitano Posts: 302 Member
    do it for yourself. I want to keep going because I want to feel better. I want to do outdoor stuff like gardening and play with my dogs without being winded. I am sick of being sick.
  • salcha76
    salcha76 Posts: 287 Member
    baby steps....we didn't gain the weight over night we certainly aren't going to lose it overnight....1 lb = 4 sticks of butter...even dropping .25# is 1 stick of butter off ur tush...take it slow & do this for you.....believe in yourself and you can accomplish anything....
  • jessifer333
    jessifer333 Posts: 6
    I also need to keep on track, and have battles with myself somedays!! It is very hard to do this alone, I have just recently logged back in and would add you as a friend if you would like to motivate one another!! Keep on movin' and enjoy this journey to better health :)
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