Disillusioned

I think we all feel like that at some stage (regardless of our size). Got so sad last night about feeling so unfit and bleh compared to all the ultra-fit people but you need to just keep on going. I think this is emotional and some days you are going to feel great and happy with what you have achieved and started doing and others you are going to feel down in the dumps.

I'm going to try and think of the fact I never used to exercise, that I am a work in progress and not concern myself too much with how I am compared to others (just think wow). I would never demotivate my sister or friends (who has done so, so well and is trying everyday) so why do it to myself?
Well done on losing 15lbs - you are achieving and are amazing with what you have set out to do. :flowerforyou:

Is exercising a main part of your weight loss program? If not, that might be something to consider adding. Not only does it help you feel firmer (cause it does firm you up) but it also produces endorphins that just make you feel good. Also agreeing with others that it is dangerous to compare yourself to other people.

Yes I know exactly how you feel as I go through those phases too but they do pass. I reckon some of it is more about time of life than age....I am 5 years older than you. I will send you a friend request as we're both in the UK and within a few pounds our start and goal weights are similar.

Are they some of your before and after pics on your profile?

Hang in there, and just as many of the previous posters said,....its common and normal to get in the dumps occasionally.
At least you recognize it and can change your mood with positive thinking.

Sometimes when I get 'blue' about my slow weight loss, I make a list of tiny goals to get started on and then I feel better, or,.....I write out a menu plan and cook something yummy and delicious, which is always rewarding and helps me feel I am working in the right direction.

Excercise is another strategy for me, I always feel like I released stress and did something good for my body )

Hi guys and girls and thank you for your kind, supportive words.

yes Tracey, thats my pictures from day 1, i take them every Friday morning after i have weighed myself..front and back view, not easy doing it yourself lol. (although hubby took last Fridays for me...i actually let him). I think thats the problem, i feel like ive lost alot of weight and i know really i haven't done bad, but when i look at my photos im disgusted that i still look like that :sad: ...thats when i just think im kidding myself that i look any better at all.

omg tracey are you kidding me? your pics look fantastic! i can totally tell a huge difference especially in the stomach area! how can you not see it?

Feeling really low at the moment, not sure why. My weight loss has been going fine.
Ive been looking at alot of before and after pics from people on here and they are fab....then i look at mine and i cant believe how fat i look.
I feel like im kidding myself whenever i feel good, i have felt so much 'slimmer' after losing 15lbs, buti realise im not slim atall.
Im not giving up but i dont feel great

You've lost, what, 15-20 pounds so far? that's awesome. Just stick with it. Others have other challenges and you aren't in competition with them. You're in competition with yourself if anything and you appear to be winning lately. Just keep going and be proud of what you've done so far.