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What have you GAINED?

OneBryteSmile
OneBryteSmile Posts: 808 Member
edited October 2024 in Motivation and Support
I know that we focus so much on weight LOSS that we sometimes forget about all the things that we GAIN on this journey which are even more important. I've gained better health, happiness, confidence, strength, self-esteem, a better relationship and so much more.

What is the #1 thing you have gained on this journey?

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  • FaugHorn
    FaugHorn Posts: 1,060 Member
    The ability to fit back into some of my older clothes :) Sure saved me a heck of a lot of money!
  • MaximalLife
    MaximalLife Posts: 2,447 Member
    I know that we focus so much on weight LOSS that we sometimes forget about all the things that we GAIN on this journey which are even more important. I've gained better health, happiness, confidence, strength, self-esteem, a better relationship and so much more.

    What is the #1 thing you have gained on this journey?
    I have regained my life of discipline, success and positive attitude.
    I was just miserable fat.
  • Tonnina
    Tonnina Posts: 979 Member
    I've gained self control, knowledge about portion control, and a gym membership! :-P I've also gained some self confidence, though not as much as I hope to have when I'm at my goal. I think I've also gained quite a bit of support from my "Pals" here on MFP and from my friends in real life.
  • dls06
    dls06 Posts: 6,774 Member
    CONTROL!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  • FITnFIRM4LIFE
    FITnFIRM4LIFE Posts: 818 Member
    Peace within myself! Pride! and energy.
  • KattKitty
    KattKitty Posts: 17 Member
    Balance in choice making--- activities, food, finances... making each choice count.
  • robinogue
    robinogue Posts: 1,117 Member
    I've gained self confidence.
  • Bentley2718
    Bentley2718 Posts: 1,689 Member
    Self-confidence, a sense of mastery over my body, muscle, energy. Oh, and the ability to do that little thing I'm doing in my profile pic (as well as a lot of other cool stuff).
  • LeanMeanFitnessMachine
    LeanMeanFitnessMachine Posts: 659
    This is a great post! I love the optimism!

    I've gained alot of confidnce on this journey. Yes, I have my days where I don't feel pretty or I still feel fat, but who doesn't? Its made my life so much more enjoyable - I feel like I can breathe again. I can walk down the beach in a bikini and not have to worry about sucking in my muffin top. I can shake my booty on the dance floor and know people are checking ME out and not checking out my jiggly parts. I can fit into smalls and size 5 jeans, so shopping isn't a chore but a hobby now. I eat to live instead of living to eat which has helped me become more open minded about trying new foods and experimenting with different recipies.

    Ultimately, I've gained a healthy lifestyle that has positively influenced my relationships, self esteem, and well being. I can't wait to see what the rest of this life has in store for me!
  • biged335
    biged335 Posts: 734
    I've gained something I enjoy doing... When I was younger working out was something I looked forward too. I stopped doing it and got fat. Now I truely enjoy working out again. Not to say there are some days I don't want to do it, but once I'm started I feel great.
  • sarah307
    sarah307 Posts: 1,363 Member
    confidence
  • krystonite
    krystonite Posts: 553 Member
    Strength. Literally.

    It feels great.
  • themommie
    themommie Posts: 5,033 Member
    I've gained my life back. When I started 93lbs ago I was in constant pain and spent the majority of my time in bed. Now I am enjoying life again. I have also gained alot of friendships along the way and my health back
  • OneBryteSmile
    OneBryteSmile Posts: 808 Member
    The ability to fit back into some of my older clothes :) Sure saved me a heck of a lot of money!

    Absolutely! I'm so glad I didn't get rid of all of my smaller clothes. It felt so good being able to fit back into them.
  • OneBryteSmile
    OneBryteSmile Posts: 808 Member
    Self-confidence, a sense of mastery over my body, muscle, energy. Oh, and the ability to do that little thing I'm doing in my profile pic (as well as a lot of other cool stuff).

    You go girl!
  • OneBryteSmile
    OneBryteSmile Posts: 808 Member
    I've gained something I enjoy doing... When I was younger working out was something I looked forward too. I stopped doing it and got fat. Now I truely enjoy working out again. Not to say there are some days I don't want to do it, but once I'm started I feel great.

    Me too! I used to hate exercising and now I look forward to it.
  • HollieDoodles
    HollieDoodles Posts: 678 Member
    Some wonderful friendships thru this website :flowerforyou:

    I now enjoy most exercise and look forward to it :happy:

    I'm also more accepting of myself.
  • OneBryteSmile
    OneBryteSmile Posts: 808 Member
    Some wonderful friendships thru this website :flowerforyou:

    I now enjoy most exercise and look forward to it :happy:

    I'm also more accepting of myself.

    I too have met some great people on here and have learned to enjoy exercise and not care so much about sweating out my perm anymore LOL.
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