Making a choice, taking a step

kittyinthecity
kittyinthecity Posts: 1
edited September 2024 in Introduce Yourself
Hi, my name is Allison. I lost almost 90 lbs in 5 months on a different diet, but I starved to get there, refused to exercise and did not deal with the emotional factor of my eating. I never learned new habits, but just followed a routine. Then I went through a divorce and this Queen of Emotional Eating was on a speed course to disaster.
I have gained back over 70 lbs of the weight that I have lost. I am back to wheezing wherever I go, feeling sick and sluggish. I'm back to not being able to tie my own shoes. Nothing fits. I feel like a snowman and I want to cry.
I have struggled with this all my life and always told myself that if I ever lost the weight, I would never go back. That's exactly what I did. So now I'm going to do it the right way, the only way that seems to work for others long-term.

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  • Rheenz
    Rheenz Posts: 23
    I am very proud of you for making that choice and for the right reasons. Add me as a friend if you are interested and I would be glad to provide what motivation and support I can. I have lost 97 pounds in 14 months and I am working on my last 90 pounds... trust me girl... if I can do this.. you have SO got this.
  • guppygirl322
    guppygirl322 Posts: 408 Member
    Good for you! You've come to the right place. I've learned so much about my eating habits here and gotten a lot of advice and support from others. Welcome!
  • ceirawillsucceed
    ceirawillsucceed Posts: 519 Member
    well done for deciding to do it the right way this time. im sure you can do it.
    good luck.
    feel free to add me if you like.
  • Mommawarrior
    Mommawarrior Posts: 897 Member
    Welcome!
    Remember, each day is a new day. Don't worry about tomorrow, just focus on today. Make the choice to eat right and get some exercise today. Tomorrow, you can make the same choice.
    Add me as a friend if you would like to.
  • tonjay1
    tonjay1 Posts: 33
    Welcome aboard. You are in the right place. Life is one great big challenge but if you did it once you can do it again. It's great that you've decided to do it the right way. Good Luck on your journey. You can add me if you need support.
  • Black_Swan
    Black_Swan Posts: 770 Member
    Welcome, this is totally the right place, Im sure youll be fine!
  • psb13
    psb13 Posts: 629
    i too have struggled for years with my weight. am also an emotional eater. i found mfp about a month ago after an especially difficult year. i was simply looking for a calorie counter for my phone-i found so much more!! if you are looking for knowledge and support, you have come to the right place. bravo to you for choosing to do it right this time!! welcome and feel free to add me if you like. :bigsmile:
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