30 pounds lost!

I often joke that when I lost the 260+ pound weight off my back (my ex-husband), I dropped 50 pounds in 3-6 months! I know it isn't easy to think of right now, but if this has been a stress and strain on your life, it could be for the best.

Just, if you do get divorced or remain separated, do not attempt to keep your child/children's life exactly the same - and do not put every ounce of energy into your child/children, as it will prevent you from healing and moving forward - and them, too. I speak from personal experience.

Making small changes as needed to accommodate the new lifestyle will help you all adjust together instead of setting up unrealistic expectations you can't possibly maintain, then breaking later, causing them twice the pain and healing. Also, your child/children deserve to be themselves. Don't make the mistakes I did and lean on them even though it seems like a good fit.

Above and beyond all that, keep channeling your emotions, you're on a great roll!! And those 30 pounds make such a difference. Keep doing this for you and your new life, regardless of whether the hubby comes back into it or not.

Hugs.

You not only look awesome, you ARE awesome! Way to go on this huge accomplishment!

I started my first weight loss journey a few years ago, and had lost about 25 pounds when I hit a very rough patch in my marriage. There was something about being healthier than I had been a few months earlier, the rough time increased my motivation and I felt strong and powerful. Where I would have been a wreck had it transpired prior to starting to lose weight, I felt empowered and like I could get through anything. I went on to lose another 20 lbs after that prior to hitting maintenance.

YOU ARE STRONG AND POWERFUL, remember that! Congratulations again on your 30 lb weight loss~

Keep it up! Your legs look HOT by the way!

Wow! YOu are looking sooo good. YOu keep going.. you have control over your body and health..but not over another person..like your husband.

I applaud you for letting that bad news motivate you in a positive way. It is amazing how losing weight makes a person take charge of their life in other areas of life beyiond the scale.

Good things are in the cards for you… Keep going strong. :flowerforyou:

Congratulations! You look terrific. Keep up the hard work!!

You are doing great! Keep making good choices! You can do it!

Thanks for sharing Congratulations on your weight loss. Keep up the good work.

You look amazing! Awesome job

Congratulations on your weight loss, and the decision to go for a hike rather than comfort yourself with food! That's really a milestone in this emotional time. It really shows your self control, clear minded commitment to a heather you! Your children will be so happy with these changes you've made!

I am sorry to read of your separation, but proud of you for not letting it become an excuse or derail your progress. Celebrate how far you've come and keep focused on your goals. I do hope there is a light at the end of this tunnel for your relationship, but you taking control of you is excellent! WTG!!

You are doing great. You took a hike today, that is the way to handle that stress. Remember your children like having you fitter and healthier too. Hang in there baby, you already have made great choices today! Thanks for sharing your story.

WTG you look great! Keep up the awesome job :bigsmile:

Great job!!!

Exercise is a great stress reducer and eating well and losing weight is a great boost to your emotional well being. You are doing fantastic, keep it up

Great job on your success. No words can really soothe the pain from your ending marriage, I pray for you to stay the course, because getting and staying healthy is one of the best things you can do to take care of yourself.