Want to lose weight just for ME

rockerchic1879
rockerchic1879 Posts: 28
edited November 10 in Introduce Yourself
My name is Jessie, I'm 32 years old, and I want to lose 57 lbs as my overall achievement but I know u have to set some realistic/short term goals for yourself, so I want to lose at least 20 lbs by June 1st. In the past, I have only been able to lose 15 lbs in my adult life...so I'm shootin for 20 this time, I'm not messin around! I've always wanted to lose weight so that others would find my appearance lovely but I need to lose this weight for me and me only--it's very true what they say, you have to love yourself before anyone can. I want to love the skin I'm in, and right now, I do not like the sight of my reflection--so it's time to make a CHANGE.

Good Luck to all of us!

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  • MammaSki2Boys
    MammaSki2Boys Posts: 38
    Welcome! By reading your post, sounds like you are very dedicated. I'm sure you will achieve your first goal of 20 lbs lost by June 1st. Stay focused and work hard! Feel free to add me.
  • PoeRaven
    PoeRaven Posts: 433 Member
    You've taken the first step toward your goal by making a concious decision to do so. Good luck!
  • TieshTheGreat
    TieshTheGreat Posts: 29 Member
    Good luck!! I know you can do it. If I can, you can! I love the fact that you are doing it for yourself and no one else! When I first mentioned to my friend about all of the steps I have taken towards not only losing weight but a healthier lifestyle her response was "You must have met someone...who is he?" Why is it that whenever a woman is trying to better herself people automatically assume it has to do with a man?!?

    Just like you, I am not happy with what I see in the mirror. It doesn't matter that everyone thinks I'm fine as I am. I am doing this to make ME happy. 1 month and 15lbs later I feel GREAT and more motivated than ever!!

    Stick to it! You can do it!
  • michellebd1980
    michellebd1980 Posts: 169
    My name is Jessie, I'm 32 years old, and I want to lose 57 lbs as my overall achievement but I know u have to set some realistic/short term goals for yourself, so I want to lose at least 20 lbs by June 1st. In the past, I have only been able to lose 15 lbs in my adult life...so I'm shootin for 20 this time, I'm not messin around! I've always wanted to lose weight so that others would find my appearance lovely but I need to lose this weight for me and me only--it's very true what they say, you have to love yourself before anyone can. I want to love the skin I'm in, and right now, I do not like the sight of my reflection--so it's time to make a CHANGE.

    Good Luck to all of us!


    That's great, Jessie! It's a realistic goal to set and doing it for yourself is the best way to do it! I do it for me and me only as well. I can't be worrying about doing it for others!
  • SexyCook
    SexyCook Posts: 2,249 Member
    Great Post to start off the day!! Love the drive you in and the understanding of your journey it has to be within for self and up to you...Stay encouraged and lifted... Much success to you!
  • MyTime1985
    MyTime1985 Posts: 456 Member
    I agree with you 100% and we are in the same boat! Feel free to add me!
  • rockerchic1879
    rockerchic1879 Posts: 28
    oh wow, 40 lbs good for u! I don't know how u did it, but I'm sure it was all worth it!
  • aimeerocksx3
    aimeerocksx3 Posts: 91
    I really love that you're wanting to lose the weight for yourself. So many times I see women wanting to lose weight for the boyfriends or husbands or so they'll fit into a bikini. The only person you should weight for is yourself, so I like that. Add me if you want!
  • traceyjayne64
    traceyjayne64 Posts: 262
    Hi and good for you. I am also doing this just for me. My husband is hugely supportive but has made it very clear that he loves me nomatter what my size and is certainly not asking me to lose weight.
    The thing he does like is that the smaller im getting, the sexier im feeling lol.
    Ive been doing the Atkins diet for 17 days and lost 11lbs so far :happy:
  • megsmom2
    megsmom2 Posts: 2,362 Member
    Welcome! You're really sounding like you're doing it right. You have to decide to do anything positive, like losing weight, or quitting smoking, or other healthy things, because you're doing it for YOU. You can't do it for anyone else, or for a specific event....that's setting yourself up for disappointment. But if you decide to do it for YOU, because you want it, need it, and deserve it, you can make it happen. Good luck!
  • Beautybeyondmyskin
    Beautybeyondmyskin Posts: 27 Member
    WOW!!!!!!!!! You just made my day with ALL THAT ENERGY!!!!!!!! Best wishes to you with this journey you have begun!!! Your post has reach my heart and put a huge smile on my face!!!
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