Body crisis

I'm having the same issue. It's weird. I haven't solved it, but I've been taking a lot of advice in the last week or two, and I'd be happy to pass on the things that seem like they might help. You'll note there is a theme of doing things that make you look or feel better in ways not directly related to weight.

Clothes. Go get some! It will help you feel you look good. And you need them anyway.

Hair. Get a haircut. Your face has probably changed. And sometimes a new hairdo helps you see yourself differently. I haven't tried this one really, other than my usual haircuts, but I'm going to get a Brazilian blowout next week as my gift to myself for losing weight.

Your body, I got massages for every twenty pounds lost. My theory was that it was a body-positive thing to do, but really I just like massages. The other thing people reccomend is lotion therapy. Every day, take some time to rub lotion into every part of your body. I used to do this anyway, but it's been so cold lately I kind of stopped. I started again, and I think it does helps the theory is that you're relearning your body's contours with sight and touch. And anyway it is always good to moisturize.

Your brain. Look in the mirror and compliment yourself. I find this too embarrassing even when it's just me and my dog. But I do try to tell myself nice things when I notice them, even if I do it silently.

Wow! Congrats on the weight loss - that is awesome! Agree with the others - new clothes are a must. You owe it to yourself to compliment the new look that comes with the change in size! Have fun dressing the new you!

I have a lot of those feelings. My body is a complete stranger to me. It took me a year to even "see" the smaller me in the mirror. As for shopping, do you have a good friend who would be willing to go with you? I too have no idea how to dress, how clothes are supposed to fit, what looks good or not. My body has changed so much and my distorted perception of my reflection doesn't help. I have a very good friend who is my shopping chaperone. She understands (as well as she can) that I just don't "get" it, and that shopping is so incredibly frustrating for me. She helps me pick things to try, helps tell me what does and doesn't fit, and tries to explain why. Over time, it's gotten a little better. I think I'm getting more familiar with my new body. But I do understand. You're supposed to be magically elated with your skinnier self (not elated because you're skinny), but that isn't how it's been for me at all. It's been a huge struggle to adjust to me as smaller me-and it's taken a long time to get to the level I'm at-which is nowhere near "good".

Congrats! Reward yourself with some awesome jeans or a great dress or something that makes you feel great. Then, fill in your gaps with stuff from Goodwill and the sales racks. You can get some great stuff there to hold you over.

Holy guacamole! Great job on your loss. I believe many struggle with new body awareness after a significant weight loss. I find, like another commenter posted, that daily lotion massage helps...I'm still often surprised by how small my legs feel. I've also started yoga. I think that may help me get in tune to my new dimensions.

Definitely get some new clothes, if possible. A good fitting pair of jeans work wonders for self confidence and feeling sexy!