I have returned from running away :)

Well, first of all, congratulations for making the first step. Admitting to ourselves that we need help is just so damn hard! Coming onto a community is super helpful because there are so many of us that are on here for the same reason: we need help.

I came on MFP a couple years ago and was pretty successful for a couple months. Then my husband and I had our first child... then our second one came right after - on purpose. But here I am now, 15 pounds heavier then I've ever been. It's time to get some help. Clearly, wishing the weight would go away isn't working.

I personally love the food diary. It makes me think twice before I eat something. Because I know I have to log it, I think about if I really want it. Then I drink some water, and then if I still want it 15 minutes later, I eat it. It's true what they say... when you're thirsty, it presents itself as hunger. Water will take care of my cravings more often than not. When I'm not drinking water, those are the days I find myself feeling more hungry more often. Also with the food diary, I was amazed at just how much I eat. The first day I joined MFP, I didn't follow any guidelines. I wanted to see just how bad I was being... pretty bad. Knowing what I was putting in my body day after day really made me wake up.

There's tons of tips and tricks. I hope you find what works for you. Weight loss is a long process and can be very discouraging at times. One day at a time. Feel free to add me I love to share and hear what works for others to see if I can incorporate it in my day and routine.

No more running away

I ran away too and came back last week. Add me if you like, I have recommitted and will be glad to offer and accept help.

Hi!

I'm new here too and am looking for motivation as well. I totally get what you're going through, and like SC I'm back 2 years and 2 kids later. I'm up 20 lbs from where I was before I got pregnant and at only 5'1", every pound is obvious!

I haven't found what works for me yet, and don't have any tricks or tips to pass along just yet, but that's why I'm here. I'm hoping to learn to eat healthy and lose weight "the right way".

Good luck on your journey! I'm not sure how to friend somebody yet, but if you figure it out, I'd be happy to do this with you.

Welcome back! You can do this!

Congrats on setting your mind to making a change.

Motivation is like bathing. You need it pretty often! Remind yourself exactly why you are making a change and keep reminding yourself. What little time I've been on these forums, I've found people here to be extremely supportive and welcoming. Keep logging in and fighting the good fight. You don't have to fight it alone

Welcome back! I've been where you are--you can do this! Just take baby steps and eventually you'll get there. Good Luck!

Welcome back. There is no shame in falling - it is refusing to get back up that constitutes failure.

I used to use every excuse in the book - "Oh I had a bad day - I might as well eat everything in sight" or even "Ooo, I have a hangnail, I'm gonna need a chocolate cake for that."

No more - I prefer to treat myself like a toddler learning to walk. Lots of encouragement and be willing to keep trying - no punishments or chastisements, just keep going and keep trying and turn to my Fitness Pals when I am ready to chuck it all. If I have a bad day, a bad meal or even a bad mood, just keep at it. Success is just around the corner!

feel free to add me as a friend if you offer mutual support


good luck with your joruney

Welcome back. I've sent you a friend request, and am happy to accept requests from anyone.

This is my second time around here and I cannot tell you the difference having MFP friends has made in my experience and in my results.

I have managed to create a network of wonderfully supportive people who offer encouragement, advice, and truth telling. As you read your news feed and forums and see comments from people who seem to have similar goals and values, send them a friend request. Accept every request you receive. I went super stealth underground my first time around and I believe it was to my detriment. This time my motto is , "The more the merrier!"