Hi...lookin' for someone to motivate me!

BetseyMarie
BetseyMarie Posts: 3
edited September 20 in Introduce Yourself
Hey Guys and Gals!
My name is Betsey and I'm a 21 year old college senior. I currently weigh 240 lbs...not good, especially since I'm a nursing major. I need to practice what I preach. That's why I've decided to change my life.

If anyone would like to buddy up with me (guy or girl), I would love someone to be an inspiration and motivation. If you're interested, please comment! Thanks guys!

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  • Tamishumate
    Tamishumate Posts: 1,171 Member
    there are many many inspiring people here! you will find someone that fits for you. Good luck to you!:flowerforyou:
  • katznketo
    katznketo Posts: 323 Member
    :smile: Hi Betsymarie!

    I felt the same way a couple of weeks ago. I felt like someone out there had the word or thought that would finally inspire me to change my life.

    You can take what I have to say or leave it. I won't be hurt. But you reached out and I read. So here goes.

    I have fought this battle through several illness and managed through the last six years to lose 80 pds. I have fought for the last 8 months to get off another 25. Then I got stuck. I am have been serious about wanting to get back on track because my leg is not well and I am diabetic. Still I ate foods I shouldn't. Last month a family member had her leg amputated because of diabetes. Still I ate foods I shouldn't. There is nothing out there that will motivate you day in and day out forever. Anyways, that's what I believe. So.... a couple of weeks ago I started praying to Jesus. I prayed that he would change me. Monday I prayed for a way to eat because I blow it every night when I feed the family. Well, God led me to buy some Smart Ones and Lean Cuisine. I have premade salad and have it in fridge. It is working great. I pray before I eat with thanksgiving and pray He will continue to 'change me.' I am feeling good, no great, and except for a couple of small slips, I am doing great due to Him.

    Hope this inspires you to give prayer a try. And if you need a buddy, write anytime. kc
  • KFBear21
    KFBear21 Posts: 20
    I saw your post and was wanting to add you as a friend..I just started on this site along with my daughter..I would love for you to go through this journey together with my daughter and I. I saw many similarities between my daughter and you. . She is 20 years old and has about the same weight goal as you. She just finished school for an EMT..sounded like you 2 had alot in common...She is listed as my friend but not sure how to get her connected with you. If interested she is in my friends under notsoperfect58...I will let her know tomorrow about it. It could be real motivating for her also! Thanks so much.
  • MOMOFTWO29
    MOMOFTWO29 Posts: 8,276 Member
    Hello and welcome to MFP, the best website ever!!!! You will love it here if you don't already. I love it here. This site is so supportive, motivational, helpful, easy to use, and everyone here is so nice and friendly. I just wanted to wish you much success on your weight loss journey. You can do this!!!!!!! :smile: :flowerforyou: :smile: :flowerforyou:
  • toots99
    toots99 Posts: 3,794 Member
    there are many many inspiring people here! you will find someone that fits for you. Good luck to you!:flowerforyou:

    125 lbs lost! Awesome!!
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