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Are you interested? Would love to have some help :)

I went over today!! I'm okay with it and will not be eating sweets until Monday!

awesome!! it's great to have you here!!

we are close!! not a problem if we have an age difference, I think :D Adding you as a friend now!

Hi and welcome!! I'll add a link to the event in the post, my bad! Hope you can join us :)

Hi Christine! Sorry about your situation, but imagine the positive possibilities in your life!!! When I'm short on time and feeling overwhelmed, I make sure I am very kind to myself and make the best choices that I can make. We got this!!

That's an awesome tip! I have done that in the past and couldn't believe how off I was by eyeballing my portions. Made all the difference!

That's awesome, NJmom!! Will definitely check that out!

Welcome!! I'm sure you'll find tons of inspiration and motivation here. Good luck on your goals!! :)

This week, I've been getting my cardio by dancing!! I'm currently learning the Thriller dance and having a blast while doing it. Sometimes 30 mins pass and I don't even realise it!

I created a group!! http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/105398-optimism-success-friendly-compitition-and-motivation-group feel free to add me as well :)

So happy this is catching on!! I post little goals as a status with the "punishment" if we don't meet that goal. Let me know if you guys like that system, otherwise we can always start a group! Should we keep a schedule for the goals? I was thinking one for the weekend, and one more general one for the week. Let me know!

yay, thank you everyone! How is your week so far? I've lost the weight I had put on over Easter and am back on track.

I agree with giving yourself permission. Also, if you can, try to acknowledge your emotions. For example, I'm stressed right now and I want chocolate. Sometimes just accepting that you're stressed or whatever other emotion will help you get over the binge. Also, drink plenty of water and tea. Be the kindest that you can be…

I'm in!!! CW 158.6 GW 148.6

Brush your teeth after dinner! That's the only thing that works for me. Also, make sure you're getting a decent snack in the afternoon so that you're not starving come dinner time.

I only snack if I'm having an active day. I try not to snack before lunch since I'm normally pretty sedentary but in the afternoon, snacking is almost necessary in order for me not to overdo it at dinner. If you track your activity well, you'll be able to figure out when you need a calorie boost in your day. I try to keep…

- Grilled tofu/tempeh sandwiches with a bit of cheese, and veggies of your choice - Vegetable and lentil (or any bean) soup (very low cal if you choose your ingredients right) - Hummus with veggies, pita and a bit of cheese - Salad (be creative, add nuts for protein and avocado or cheese for fat) Sides: - Nuts: walnuts and…