Finally admitting it out loud

cdawn82
cdawn82 Posts: 1 Member
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Hi, I am 31 years old with a 6 & 9 year old. I have always been overweight but I have finally realized that I need to have help and have others to share my journey with if I am going to accomplish my goals. I have never told anyone that my starting weight was 296in November and I was so happy to weigh in this morning at 259 but I still feel like I can't call anyone and celebrate because for most everyone else this is still a HUGE number. I am looking for friends on here for motivation and to be able to share my triumphs with people who have been there.

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  • DezSheMeetHerGoals
    DezSheMeetHerGoals Posts: 5
    At my highest I weighed 315 and over the years I have been up and down, so I understand your struggles. I am currently 250, so we are in the same boat. Congratulations on your weight loss and celebrate being brave enough to be so honest about yourself. You have guts and I think you are on the right track. :)
  • JHB2011
    JHB2011 Posts: 153 Member
    Add me! I love helping to motivate people!
  • kerricus
    kerricus Posts: 165 Member
    Hi Christy. Welcome! And congrats on what you have already accomplished. You should be very proud of yourself!

    I recommend looking at the Success Stories of the message boards. Find some people like you, who have faced the same struggles as you, and ask if they will be your friend and offer support. I'm sure some of the people would be happy to help.

    Reading other people's blogs can also be really inspiring. You can write messages on the blogs and ask if you can connect and be friends.
  • shaynepoole
    shaynepoole Posts: 493 Member
    Losing sixty pounds is an accomplishment. be proud of what you have done and keep working at it
  • ejloz
    ejloz Posts: 1
    Congratulations on your weight loss. I, too, am ashamed to admit my weight and keep the secret hidden from everyone I know. I even avoid the doctor because I do not want to step on that scale in front of anyone. my highest weight was two years ago when I hit 242 and I am now hovering around 225. I am just getting back on MFP after about 9 months of doing nothing. Would love some support on the sight! You're story is inspiring....keep up the good work :)
  • chrs86
    chrs86 Posts: 151 Member
    Congratulations! Hopefully this time next you'll be where you want to be.
  • emilypink573
    emilypink573 Posts: 133 Member
    Congratulations!!! You can add me as a friend!
  • mboromom
    mboromom Posts: 85 Member
    Are you crazy??? That is a freaking amazing accomplishment!!!! Be proud of yourself and keep up the great work! Who cares if the number is still high progress is progress! I found out I lost 5 lbs in the three weeks I've been on here and I'm celebrating...my number is still high but its 5 pounds lower than it was :-). *booty shakes off the post*
  • mccindy72
    mccindy72 Posts: 7,001 Member
    Hi, I am 31 years old with a 6 & 9 year old. I have always been overweight but I have finally realized that I need to have help and have others to share my journey with if I am going to accomplish my goals. I have never told anyone that my starting weight was 296in November and I was so happy to weigh in this morning at 259 but I still feel like I can't call anyone and celebrate because for most everyone else this is still a HUGE number. I am looking for friends on here for motivation and to be able to share my triumphs with people who have been there.

    why not? You don't have to call and give specific numbers, just call and say, "holy cow, I've lost 37 pounds in three months! How cool is that!"
  • traynorj82
    traynorj82 Posts: 234 Member
    congrats on your loss. Please feel free to add me as we started out at the same weight. I guess I never told anyone what my starting weight was either. I would just say that I lost ___ weight. Best of luck. Jen
  • DavidCHobby
    DavidCHobby Posts: 53
    Different numbers here, but same situation. I think I was afraid to ask for help because I knew people would know enough to be disappointed in me when I failed. But now that you have momentum, you can own that. Tell people, and use their help and encouragement to get you over rough patches.

    Can't tell you how much help my wife is in motivating me.
  • SprackleMe
    SprackleMe Posts: 7 Member
    Good for you! I found the hardest part was being open and honest, I was so embarrassed for letting myself get that far. I'm just starting my journey but if you want any added support feel free to friend me! I'm 32 and have an 8 year old.

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