This hit me hard....

hollieponine
hollieponine Posts: 14 Member
edited July 2019 in Introduce Yourself
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Hey guys. I’m Holli!
I weighed myself at Walmart this morning.
I’m obese.
Wow.
I can’t even believe I’ve let myself get this way.
I struggle with emotional eating.
When I’m stressed, I eat.
When I’m happy, I wanna eat.
I crave food constantly, it makes me feel good.
I’m just in shock that I weigh this much at just 5’7”.
I’m headed to medical school in the future and I just want to be a good example to my future patients.
I’m discouraged and encouraged at the same time.
Discouraged that I am so overweight.
But encouraged that I’m here on MFP and changing my life!

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  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    Hey at least you used it as impetus to get fit and change your life. You'll get this!!!
  • desireeorozco859
    desireeorozco859 Posts: 19 Member
    Step right in, and let's get fit. My numbers are almost the same as yours. We can do this!!
  • desireeorozco859
    desireeorozco859 Posts: 19 Member
    Actually, they are/were exactly the same. We are even the same height. Add me, we can help eachother.
  • hollieponine
    hollieponine Posts: 14 Member
    AliNouveau wrote: »
    Hey at least you used it as impetus to get fit and change your life. You'll get this!!!

    Thank you so much! I completely 100% agree!

  • hollieponine
    hollieponine Posts: 14 Member
    desireeorozco859 wrote: »
    Step right in, and let's get fit. My numbers are almost the same as yours. We can do this!!

    We CAN do this! Thank you so much!

  • LyndaBSS
    LyndaBSS Posts: 6,964 Member
    Welcome to the community! <3

    You've done the hardest thing. You've acknowledged your weight and why you gained. Not to mention that you are here! Bravo!
  • hollieponine
    hollieponine Posts: 14 Member
    LyndaBSS wrote: »
    Welcome to the community! <3

    You've done the hardest thing. You've acknowledged your weight and why you gained. Not to mention that you are here! Bravo!


    Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️❤️
    That means the world to me.
  • giancarlov1191
    giancarlov1191 Posts: 493 Member
    You can do it! Remember, while the number you see there is a part of your story, it isn't the whole story. This will be a long journey with good days and bad, but it will be worth it!

    Make good use of the diary! It does all the calculation work for you based on your goals! I do suggest you purchase a food scale and make it your best friend. It's a hassle at first but it's truly an eye opener. Weigh EVERYTHING that can be weighed, don't rely on measuring cups/spoons/supplied scoops.

    All the best!
  • Alicestrong
    Alicestrong Posts: 1 Member
    the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. someone wise said that :)
    I was overwhelmed when I looked at how far I was from my goal, but when I broke it down into small steps of mini goals and focused on doing my best with each day, I saw results faster than I anticipated because changing my focus defused the crushing discouragement that had prevented me moving forward for so long. Also I prayed for God to help me and he has :)
    Wishing you freedom and success! xo
  • ConH12
    ConH12 Posts: 37 Member
    I lost 60 lbs six years ago and never looked back this app definitely helps. You made a great first step be proud! We are all here to support each other. Send me a friend req if you want support I am happy to help. 😄

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