New here but feeling discouraged

I'm sorry to hear that you're frustrated, but when you really put things in to perspective, 2 lbs in 2 weeks isn't bad. Doctors recommend 1-2 lbs lost a week, so you're right on track. Also, if you're only eating 200 calories at meals, that mean's you're only eating around 1,000 calories a day, perhaps you should think about increasing your intake? Also, since you have upped your activity and have exercised 13 days in a row your body might need water and a rest.

Don't get discouraged so quickly, change doesn't come overnight--even though I know we all wish it did! Just keep on with the healthy habits and the weight loss will follow. You mentioned that you've noticed some positive body changes, so focus on those until the scale changes. I know it seems like the longest journey ever, but you're headed in the right direction. Have faith in yourself

I understand - the beginning of a weight loss plan is always frustrating because you work your absolute hardest and you are fighting the cravings at the same time. You are changing your life so drastically so you are expecting to see results fast! I think everyone goes through this!

I was 30 lbs overweight - I was drinking every night and eating like crazy! I see that you are a vegetarian - I began mostly vegan (with some cheese eating here and there) about 6 months ago, at the same time I started counting my calories for 1200 calories a day, exercising regularly, but still drinking and eating on the weekends without counting.
6 months later - I have lost 33 lbs!
I think the calorie counting is huge. Figuring out what your BMI is is very important - I am still confused about what mine is. I google it and it ranges from 1200-2000 calories! I have just seen what works for my body. You can only eat 1200 calories for so long - but you have to make sure you EAT. You do not want to ruin your metabolism only to gain the weight back.
Since you have 200 lbs to lose, I would say that your BMI is higher - I would start cutting down to between 1300-1500 calories a day with regular exercise. Especially being vegetarian - you can eat so many vegetables that fill you up for less calories. Every Sunday or Monday I make a massive veggie stir-fry with rice and beans and it usually feeds me for 3 days. I also make a big fruit salad to snack on throughout the week. Preparing foods ahead of time is a great key to eating right.
My BIGGEST piece of advice for anyone on here is to change your mindset - it is the only thing that helps me: If there is something you want - do not say that you CAN'T eat it. Remind yourself that you are CHOOSING not to eat it so you can stay on track. If you still can't resist - remember that you are CHANGING YOUR LIFESTYLE - you are NOT ON A DIET. Have that sliver of cake or that cookie - just remember to accurately track it and continue your day like normal. Go for a longer walk or an extra walk.
Do not overwork yourself - you will just exhaust yourself after a few weeks.
Anything you are doing now is better then what you were doing before - always remember that. Be patient - I know it is hard. Just remember that today when you have exercised and log your calories - that is so much better then how you were eating before and drinking before.
It is the only thing that helps me!
Good luck! Try switching to vegan and getting rid of dairy - I lost a lot of weight when I did that. I only drink almond milk (soy products make me sick in large portions) and limit my cheese intake (still have pasta with sauces that have milk and cheese) but I always get the soy cheeses. You will freak out when you see how much weight you lose from that!
My advice: Watch the documentary 'Forks Over Knives' and read the book 'Skinny *****' - combined with my motivation these were the two things that contributed the most to my weight loss.
You will do this!!!!!!

Thank you for the replies. I plugged in my numbers on here and I am supposed to have over 2000 calories. That is just crazy to me.

You have 138 pounds to lose? 2000 calories a day isn't bad at all actually. Because of your activity level, you have to eat that amount a day to properly fuel your body.

I have a "cheat day" every week. No, I don't go hog wild on junk food. I continue eating healthy, I just don't count calories. And I might have a cookie or two.

Just eat healthy, make sure that you're eating enough, and stay positive. As other's have said, 2 pounds in two weeks is actually really good!! Also, I know that you've cut out wine and beer, but what about soda and other sugary drinks. Watch the sugar in your diet as well. A lot of the time, if you're doing great in every other area, it's the sugar you have everyday that can effect whether or not you lose weight.

Good luck!

Losing weight is a slow process. If I get it stuck in my head how much weight I have to lose I get depressed too. The important thing is to not think about how disappointed you are at your weight, but how proud you are that you are doing something about it! It's one thing to be skinny and pretty, but that feeling will never compare to being proud of your personality, determination, and willingness to change your life for the better.

i imagine you didnt gain those 200 lbs in two weeks, so you cant expect to lose them so quickly either. this is a long term thing so focus on establishing healthy habits. It sounds like you are starting off well with exercise and mindful eating. Keep it up and focus on the positives (13 days of exercising is great!)

I get discouraged also because I have lost weight quickly in the past but the thing is I always gained it back fast. I am trying to do it slowly this time so my habits change along with it and eating right and exercising becomes second nature to me. When I feel down and discouraged I go through the sucess stories here and I get right back up and get going. If they can do it so can I!!!