Accountability, Friends and Paying it Forward
1013carl
Posts: 376 Member
I wanted to start this new topic and post my view and what I’ve observed about Accountability.
ACCOUNTABILITY… is something I’ve seen many members seeking... I’m the same.
What I know is that there is no chance of accountability if you are doing this alone.
FRIENDSHIPS… are NECESSARY!
One thing that I came away with, from being part of last month’s challenge is this… a Great group of Friends. So the challenge helped me lose weight and gain friends. That’s a Win, Win for me. I want that same thing for everyone that is participating… Oh, and it doesn’t just happen.
PAYING IT FORWARD…
This new challenge for losing 10lbs by July 1st will pass you by unless you get involved! Consider the help or motivation you are needing and hopping for… there are other members that are joining our group this very second, needing and hoping for the same thing. Where will all of that support come from? We must not only watch our eating and do our exercises, but we MUST help each other.
MY SUGGESTION… (and Challenge within a Challenge) is that each one of you build a group of friends ranging between 10 and 20, as a minimum! Then you need to really help each other! Ask for and offer help to your group of friends…. If someone is Idle for a couple days, check in on them.. or politely get in there business and spur them along… I've done it!
Expect the same from your friends…. That’s what makes this work for you and everyone else!
This is my challenge within a challenge to each of you….
Make some Friends, Lose some Weight and Pay it Forward!!
Any Takers?
Carl –
ACCOUNTABILITY… is something I’ve seen many members seeking... I’m the same.
What I know is that there is no chance of accountability if you are doing this alone.
FRIENDSHIPS… are NECESSARY!
One thing that I came away with, from being part of last month’s challenge is this… a Great group of Friends. So the challenge helped me lose weight and gain friends. That’s a Win, Win for me. I want that same thing for everyone that is participating… Oh, and it doesn’t just happen.
PAYING IT FORWARD…
This new challenge for losing 10lbs by July 1st will pass you by unless you get involved! Consider the help or motivation you are needing and hopping for… there are other members that are joining our group this very second, needing and hoping for the same thing. Where will all of that support come from? We must not only watch our eating and do our exercises, but we MUST help each other.
MY SUGGESTION… (and Challenge within a Challenge) is that each one of you build a group of friends ranging between 10 and 20, as a minimum! Then you need to really help each other! Ask for and offer help to your group of friends…. If someone is Idle for a couple days, check in on them.. or politely get in there business and spur them along… I've done it!
Expect the same from your friends…. That’s what makes this work for you and everyone else!This is my challenge within a challenge to each of you….
Make some Friends, Lose some Weight and Pay it Forward!!
Any Takers?
Carl –
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Accepted!0
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This is exactly what I need. Thank you. I look forward to using this as motivation and also hopefully helping someone else.0
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Great idea. Everyone needs accountability. Work it for results0
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I do hope that when I fail to post or meet goals that someone will inquire why. I have achieved many goals by having a support team but most will not challenge weight or health problems. I work in a hospital and wear scrubs that have the size displayed at the neckline, just one glance and everyone knows I just barely fit into the LARGE size. I am hoping to move to medium before the year ends.0
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You're going to do great here ChellD. I can tell already!This is exactly what I need. Thank you. I look forward to using this as motivation and also hopefully helping someone else.
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Great idea. I need and want accountability and help working for these results!! Very excited about this group
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I too need to have that same help. I don't have much in the real world. So maybe I can find some here.0
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Welcome Imnesbit! This is the Real World and yes there is great support here...I too need to have that same help. I don't have much in the real world. So maybe I can find some here.
So, Go make some friends.... that is Key.... then support them as well...
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I'm in!0
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Gerr totally erased my progress by eating bad. My weigh in will not be good. Could use some encouragement folks. Also exercise has been non existent. Wasn't good at that but was doing good with eating which now I bombed
time to start over! If at first you don't succeed try try again! Gerr 0 -
Hi Starlet, you need some more friends from this group... please go to the topic "Come Here and Get Some Friends" and make a posting asking to be a friend with others...Gerr totally erased my progress by eating bad. My weigh in will not be good. Could use some encouragement folks. Also exercise has been non existent. Wasn't good at that but was doing good with eating which now I bombed time to start over! If at first you don't succeed try try again! Gerr
Then, Recommit and take charge! Make the rest of this week a good one!
Post your food EVERYDAY and get your workouts going!
Like I said in the opening of this topic.... This challenge will pass you by if you let it!
Oh.... all that stuff that you posted about non existent exercising and bombing on your food, guess what?
That's "OLD NEWS" and there's nothing that you can do about it now... .~ ~ ~ so forget about it ~ ~ ~
Tomorrow is a new day... Are you ready to Crank It Up a bit?
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Thanks Carl, I needed that. You are right, old news and today is a new day. Will log all my food and will be doing a run this evening.0
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Just as important! Those Friends request.... Get On It! :bigsmile:0
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Will get on the requests! Thanks to your support I hit the gym and did 10 min walk, 4 min run-1 min walk (4x), 10 min walk. Feel so much better. THANK YOU!0
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That's Great... don't thank me... thank yourself... because you did it!Will get on the requests! Thanks to your support I hit the gym and did 10 min walk, 4 min run-1 min walk (4x), 10 min walk. Feel so much better. THANK YOU!
Oh.... all that stuff that you posted about thanks, the gym and feeling better..., guess what?
That's "OLD NEWS" and there's nothing that you can do about it now... .~ ~ ~ so forget about it ~ ~ ~ :laugh:
Tomorrow is a new day... Are you ready to Crank It Up a Again? :bigsmile:
Kinda like that Bill Murray movie, Groundhog Day... Just messing wIth ya though..
You did Great!. :flowerforyou:
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OMG you are awesome and say the best things. OK, gonna crank it up again.0
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OMG you are awesome and say the best things. OK, gonna crank it up again.
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Accepted! Although, I'm late in the game for 10lbs by July 1st I'm fully dedicating myself to reaching my health and wellness goals. One step at a time 0
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Welcome, misssararae,
Happy to have you join our group... reach out and make some more friends from this group and get ready...
Most likely Monday evening I will create a "Loose 10 lb. group for August"
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Hi all. Yes I would like to join again. Sorry I couldn't complete june's challenge but my dad passed away and I've been out of state with family for the past two weeks. There was no keeping up with the eating or attempting exercise0
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Starlet72.... I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, I will pray for your dad and your family.Hi all. Yes I would like to join again. Sorry I couldn't complete june's challenge but my dad passed away and I've been out of state with family for the past two weeks. There was no keeping up with the eating or attempting exercise
Take a breath, regroup a bit... keep posting and doing all of your normal things.
Stick with us and keep in touch!
Sending blessing your way. :flowerforyou:
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Today I lost my grandmother, she was 95.
She was an awesome influence as a young boy growing up. We haven't been as close over the last 10 years and I regret this now. One day I'll see her again and it will be like old times!
Bear with me if I'm a bit scatter brained during the next few days...
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I am so sorry for your loss Carl. Take the time you need to grieve and know we are here for you0
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Hi Carl,
I'm sorry for your loss. These things are never easy as I am going through a grieving process of my own. We are here to support you whenever you need it.0 -
Hi Carl,
I'm sorry for your loss. These things are never easy as I am going through a grieving process of my own. We are here to support you whenever you need it.
Exactly... Well said Starlet720 -
I have the best friends!... thanks for all you do!0
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Today I lost my grandmother, she was 95.
She was an awesome influence as a young boy growing up. We haven't been as close over the last 10 years and I regret this now. One day I'll see her again and it will be like old times!
Bear with me if I'm a bit scatter brained during the next few days...
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Ah Carl I'm so sorry! I just saw this. Deep breath my friend. Lots of good thoughts and prayers for you and your family. I understand. Take time for you.0 -
Thank you Ann, I appreciate it more that you know!Today I lost my grandmother, she was 95.
She was an awesome influence as a young boy growing up. We haven't been as close over the last 10 years and I regret this now. One day I'll see her again and it will be like old times!
Bear with me if I'm a bit scatter brained during the next few days...
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Ah Carl I'm so sorry! I just saw this. Deep breath my friend. Lots of good thoughts and prayers for you and your family. I understand. Take time for you.0 -
I'm just now catching up on the message boards- Starlet and Carl, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved ones. It is never easy and I am happy to pray for you both and your families at this time.0
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Thanks ashkiener.... for you :flowerforyou:]ashkiener wrote:]
I'm just now catching up on the message boards- Starlet and Carl, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your loved ones. It is never easy and I am happy to pray for you both and your families at this time.
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