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[/quote] Emotional hunger is really no less of a problem than physical hunger. We're not Vulcans. [/quote] Bloody hilarious (and also wise) PS sorry - not good at this quoting thing

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About 22. My older sister had a bridesmaid dress made in a size too small and in a shape I said wouldn't flatter me (as a pear-shape, I needed an A-line dress, not a straight up and down). I had a fitting a few days before the wedding and got teased for having gone up in weight from 126lbs to 130lbs and I felt huge and…

Thank you for the great ideas everyone.

I have been out all day and have just got home to this thread. I am overwhelmed. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU for taking the time to reply and with such fantastic ideas. I love the imaginative ways of using the fruit via "flower bouquets" and "watermelon cake" - so cool. Also love the ideas using yogurt - bark/parfait etc - sounds…

Good for you and good luck to you!

I'm gonna get some exercise in. Slacked off last night.

Comparing yourself to others is a sure route to unhappiness (although we all do it from time to time). Your friend probably looks at you and envies your ability to cook / make people laugh / the way you do your hair...whatever. We all have strengths and weaknesses. It IS frustrating, but try and focus on you and YOUR…

This is the golden ticket. If you can repeat that more often than not then you're onto a winner. Well done you!

It's telling that there aren't many replies isn't it! :D . I sat here and had a good think. Hmm..not food, booze or money-based. Damn. The only thing I can think of might involve family and friends. Have them all offer you the gift of TIME. e.g. your kids or S.O. might offer to do a chore that you usually get lumbered…

Soup. Studies show that liquids improve the feeling of fullness. Eating water combined with food (as opposed to simply drinking a glass of water) in the form of soup, means it is processed more slowly by the stomach keeping it feeling fuller for longer. Obvs stay light on the cream soups. Add beans for additional…

Any...but a super-cheap, super-tasty bavette - 1 min each side on a fiery BBQ surprises me EVERY TIME!

For one person, blitz 1 banana and 2 eggs with a couple of drops of vanilla essence. Fry this batter into pancakes. It will remain moist in the pan for longer than a normal pancake. Don't be tempted to flip too soon. Amazingly good. Feels like an indulgence with or without syrup!

Baked chickpeas. Drain out a can of chickpeas and sling em on a baking tray. Sprinkle with plenty of salt, pepper and cayenne or chili flakes. Bake at around 180C for 20-30 mins. Give them a shake every now and then so they don't stick. Keep an eye towards the end of cooking so they don't burn. Even so, the more well done…

Love it too OP. Nothing better with BBQ meat. I originally discovered it via Valentine Warner's recipe: http://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/barbecuedsirloinwith_91627 But afterwards have found that slinging together nearly any amounts of the same ingredients has tasted good!!

For an hour exercise for me - anything between 250-500. However, the exercise I always suspect does me more "good" in terms of strengthening and improving the shape of my body are those which seem to register the lowest calorie burn! (Think weights and ballet barre). I think the only reason I do explicit cardio these days…

Looks amazing - lots of great ideas! However, if anybody actually has the dexterity to spiralize a broccoli stem - they are a better person than I! :wink:

There has been a lot of interest in this in recent years. However, many studies say that no amount of additional exercise can offset the damaging impact of sitting for extended periods because this isn't a matter of just trying to outrun sedentary habits. There is obviously a calories in vs. calories out argument to…

Really interesting Jecka987. Thanks for the summary.

Dunno. But listen to your body rather than the guilt in your mind. Either way, feel better soon. :)

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Fabulous!! Well done!!

PAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA :D

Very, very well done! You must feel great. Take a moment to remember this feeling. Let it sink into your deepest memory. Anytime you struggle in the next stage of your journey (and we all do, right) - remember how good today felt and use it to keep you on track. In the meantime - enjoy your day of success!

Sounds like you've lost all your joy! Your post does make it all sound like a horrible grind. I think you need to switch focus and find something enjoyable to do. Do you like cooking? If you do - trawl through websites to find interesting, healthy alternatives to your favourite meals/treats. Cooking can as be as enjoyable…

Thanks for answering my question. I guess its all about finding passion within all the work. Well done again.

I think it also depends on the type of person you are. I actually find the burden of other people's journeys, a bit overwhelming (I've never had an FB, twitter or Instagram account either). I don't want to deal with it and prefer to only dip occasionally into the forums like this, to find my motivation. This works for me…

You have done brilliantly well. Congratulations. You are inspiring for all those people out there (like me) who just sort of slipped into bad habits, until one day, you look at yourself and ask "what happened"? Something I am interested in (as you are extremely lean looking now) - how did you maintain motivation when there…

Wish I had this problem. Having 1000 calories "spare" in a day? Man, if only!!!!

Didn't know that ninerbuff. Thanks.