just restarted and could really use some support

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  • Skeebee
    Skeebee Posts: 740 Member
    I know how you feel. I've been on the rollercoaster for years! And, it took a while for friends and family to support me without the occasinoal "oh...but one junk food item..etc...won't hurt you..it's just one..." I finally got back in it and was determined to stick to it this time. So far so good. Just realize that YOU are the one who is in control and no one else can change that. best of luck to you!! YOU CAN DO THIS!!!!!!
  • Evette7
    Evette7 Posts: 156 Member
    My advice is to take each day as it comes. I only started a few days ago and so far I've not done too great at all, however today I have stuck to my calories so I am really pleased about that (even though it seems like a small thing!) Just take each day as it comes I guess. It can be so hard when thereis junk food around, a lot of people say bin it but I can't. Sometimes it works to just plan it into your allowence so you can have a bit of what you fancy :)

    Good luck :flowerforyou:

    binning is just not practical in this house because out of the 5 people who live here I am the only one watching what I eat. But I hear you on the rest. If I could just get a few days or weeks under my belt I am sure it would be easier (been there and done it) but the starting has just been a huge battle.
  • orangecrayon
    orangecrayon Posts: 293 Member
    I'll add you, girl! I completely understand (fell off the wagon countless times in the beginning, but persevered and look at where I am now!)
    You've already taken the most important step! Recognizing that you want to change, making the account, and taking action! Welcome to MFP!!! :D
  • Evette7
    Evette7 Posts: 156 Member
    hi

    i have just started yesterday

    tootsmorgan my daughter in law introduced me to this site

    i am excited

    i know that feeling.worried you are going to fail again

    well dont

    at least you are making an effort

    just do the best you can

    be honest

    try and visualise yourself a stone lighter

    imagine how good that will feel

    you can do it

    thanks!
  • Evette7
    Evette7 Posts: 156 Member
    Hi Evette,

    I just joined this site and I know how hard it is to stay focused on your goal. I eat to fill the voids in my life which is frustrating since I tend to be a perfectionist. I need to go to work right now but I will look for you later. Hang in there. :flowerforyou:
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    Isnt that a really depressing realization? I completely relate!
  • Evette7
    Evette7 Posts: 156 Member
    Hi i seem to be the king of will power this time round. Tried to lose weight all my life but now I'm determined. I've lost 53lb so far since Xmas!! Truly
    On a mission. It's easy to lose its just deciding to. I also quit smoking last year using the same method. I went cold turkey with cigarettes and with the weight loss in well in the swing of meals etc and I don't snack. Haven't eaten chocolate crisps etc for over three months

    Good luck to everyone

    Great job!!
  • Memorysketch
    Memorysketch Posts: 41 Member
    I am proof that the 80/20 idea truly works (though sometimes it's probably 70/30, tbh!) I don't really have an issue with my partner/kid eating everything in sight - it's usually my idea for fast food when I don't want to cook, or there isn't enough time to cook.

    I'd love to be friends! :)
  • iqjones
    iqjones Posts: 8
    Too right!!!
  • 86282
    86282 Posts: 8
    I just re-started about a week ago as well - lost 50 pounds through another plan but put it all back on - yikes! One day at a time I guess - here I go again.
  • Roxsand
    Roxsand Posts: 13 Member
    You can do it!!!!! We will all be here to help and inspire you! Add me on here! :smile:

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