scared ill fail

kendrascott24 wrote: »

I am currently at my heaviest weighing 228.. I recently discovered I have thyroid problems and starting to deal with that. I was to lose about 80 pounds and to be honest I dont know how. Carbs are my love but they are also the enemy. Im trying to take back my life and be happy.

I was diagnosed with Hashimoto's thyroiditis last year, although I've been struggling with misdiagnosis for years. I gained 80 pounds at the onset (straight out of high school) so I know exactly how you're feeling. There is NOTHING better than a nice grilled cheese or some pasta. It's really hard, but you can do it! You just need to have the willpower, and after a few days/weeks, you won't even think much about them anymore! Go girl!

well, I hate to say it but you're approaching it all wrong if you're already scared you'll fail. Don't be afraid. Losing weight is hard, plain and simple. but it can be done and you can do it, if you're really ready. I've learned that if you are not ready, you won't do good.

You're in good company here. Most of us at MFP know the struggle and can give really great advice and motivation.

I myself need to lose like 60 lbs. I'm weighing in at 196, my heaviest ever. I'd like to be 130. I found the best way to get into the groove is to have friends to work out with. For some reason, when I start to work out, I automatically want to eat better. Carbs are hard to give up, but with some careful planning you don't have to eliminate them entirely, just moderate. I love rolls, breads, pasta's...I blame the German in me for that.

don't be afraid. In the end, you'll only be stronger.

"Our doubts are traitors and make us lose the good we oft might win by fearing to attempt." - Shakespear, Measure by Measure

Fear of failure is very common. I had it in my career and it really held me back. Try reading life affirming stuff. If your religious, read stuff that will encourage you. Personally I'm not religious, so I read a lot of really excellent obvious stuff which tied in with my atheism. (Not having a go at religion, just advising you to get something you enjoy.)

If you try, you might fail. If you don't try, you will definitely fail.

If the fear really is bad, talk to your doctor. You may have undiagnosed anxiety problems. He may say that your fears are normal (we're all human), he may prescribe some gentle exercises, he may presscribe a low level anti-aniexy medication or he may refer you to a psychiatrist.

It's worth googling about mental health and weight. In many weight management clinics there's a psychologist and many will also have a psychiatrist.

Hi there, Kendra! I agree with jmac, you don't have to cut carbs completely, just make sure you eat good carbs, processed flour is your enemy, not carbs. Oats, wheat, really any type of whole grain, is actually really good for you. The reason why is it requires more effort for your digestive system to break down these good carbs, this in turn means that the body requires more energy to do so, and it actually improves metabolism

I don't know what it's like to have a thyroid problem, I am sure its tough, my mother is currently struggling with hers. It may be a struggle, but I think with good friends and support you can accomplish anything you want. There's a light at the end of your tunnel, don't get discouraged

I have Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroid disease). Meds (in my case, Synthroid & Cytomel) reduce the fatigue so I can be more active. But I still kept gaining until I learned to log everything I eat & drink accurately & honestly. Logging works.

I followed the advice in the Sexypants post: https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/1080242/a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants/p1