lost motivation - need encouragement

Look in the mirror. If you like it, don't change a thing. If not, get off your *kitten* and do something about it. No charge for the consultation today.

I had the same problem just two weeks ago. But I rejoined MFP and I mean I really got involved bc before I didnt even have friends, and I am right back on track. Tracking what you eat helps too. But you have to want to first of all. You can friend me if you like and I will help as much as possible.

You should be so proud of yourself!!! 85 lbs is awesome!! But like you i felt the same way. Let me just let you know, it gets better. Take it one day at a time or minute. Your friends @ MFP are here for you!. Keep your head up and just know it's okay to fall just remember to get back up. Ur doing great!

I know what you mean about having lost so much and feeling like the rest is so far away. I've also lost 80 lbs since Thanksgiving 2010. I am struggling to maintain my weight loss right now ... I am fluctuating within a 5 lbs range...trying extremely hard not to allow any more than the 5 lbs on. I want to get back to the 83 lbs I originally lost and then keep moving down...but this rut is killing me. One I get to the 83 lbs lost again, I then need to lose 60 lbs more to get to my goal. I have set this goal to be reached by my birthday in June 2012. I am getting frustrated that I may not be able to reach it. I find it harder to be proud of my current accomplishment...but with my friends on MFP I am trying to stay positive and motivated to get to my goals and to not let my emotional rollercoaster dictate my success.

Being on MFP is a start. Post some before and after pics so we can see you and can give positive feedback. Friend me, I'll keep up with you and check in. Be proud of the things you've done and what you have accomplished. Good luck!!!

Aussie4870 and ymvestal - you both have done an AMAZING job ! Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. Just based on your posts it sounds like you might be in a rut (a bit bored). We all get so excited when things are going well. We get into a routine and just keep going. Well our bodies do the same thing, they get into a rut and when they get into a rut we lose motivation because we aren't seeing the results we want as quickly as we want.

Might I suggest a few things. 1) post a picture of yourself now and for evey 10 lbs you lose. You'll be surprised at the changes. I've found that when I post new pics I get a lot of encouragement from my friends. They can see the differences even if I cant. 2) Keep exercising but maybe switch it up a bit. Try walking outside (not at the gym) one day if you can. Do cardio one day, machines the next or see if there are some classes you can take - zumba for example. Anything to keep your interest. 3) Every morning when you wake up first thing tell yourself " I can do this. It's nothing but a thing". And make that your mantra all day long.

You can do this ! Look how far you've come already.

Assie the weight you have lost already shows you have the willpower and commitment to keep going. If you have little support around you, you can lean on us. I hit a plateau that lasted over a year. Look at yourself in the mirror and remind yourself how far you have come. Then you need to take baby steps . Try to control yourself for 2 hours at a time and forgive yourself in you stumble. Get right back on the wagon and continue. friend me:bigsmile: