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I really never obsessed over losing or the number on the scale... Until it kept dropping. Now, I obsess so I don't lose more. As for photos, I have some I need to post.

My eating is spot-on... I'm obssesive about learning. I know more about protein (non meat) than most people I know. I eat foods I never thought I would eat... Avocado, raw spinach, pea's, raw broccoli, nuts, and beans. For the first time in my life my iron and protein levels are high enough and I no longer have high…

I have no idea what my calorie count was before (I was guessing). I lost first due to stress and trauma (I didn't see what was happening), then portion control and eventually I became vegan for health reasons. All of this resulted in 85lbs in 10 months. I was oblivious for half of my weight loss, which makes this more…

I'm a vegan, all I eat is fruits, veggies, and nuts. My eating is ridiculously clean and healthy which means low calories. Ugh and trying to balance macros is a pain. Lol. I'm really not complaining... Just trying to figure all this out.

You nailed it! I'm doing exactly what you mentioned. I lost the weight without calorie counting or working out. Now, I've joined a gym to tone and strengthen my core. A new goal I'd exactly what I needed. Sadly, exercise = calorie deficits, so it's a whole new challenge all around. Lol. I will find balance.... It's a…

Glad you mentioned this. I actually just had this conversation with my husband... Hoping that once I get fit/toned, I'll lose the rest of my fat and gain muscle. Which in turn will help me gain proper weight. Thanks for the reply sweetie.

It is hard to wrap your mind around for sure. When we are obese/overweight we must live on less to lose (ex. 1000 calories). Then we hit our goal and to maintain we need nearly 2000 calories and that's without exercise. I really never thought this would be an issue. So glad to be able to share and support here.

It's a hard balance. I feel your pain. I never reach my calorie goal but try my hardest to get close. Like you, I started training to tone and strengthen my core after my drastic weight loss. So this creates a bigger deficit... Ugh! Good luck and try to stay focused and balanced.

You think....

I practically live on protein/vegan/super food smoothies. If it weren't for these, I'd be worse off. I hope you can get on track and maintain a healthy weight. Stay strong!!

Thank you for sharing... It's is a crazy roller coaster that's for sure. Our mind and emotions can really play tricks on us. I try to explain to people that my #1 goal is to be healthy, no matter the number on the scale but most people are just like "your so lucky to be skinny, why are you complaining?" I'm not.... I think…

It's weird for me too because I didn't calorie count to lose.... I'm all about portion control and clean eating now and that's what did it for me. So counting calories after the fact is so bizarre. Glad to know it's "normal" though.

It is strange.... I find myself forcing food to reach my calorie count which is not what I was used to after 20+ years. I now know weight loss is more mental than physical. So unexpected!! I love my body and my newfound health.... I just don't want to go to a different extreme.

So true. I think my brain just doesn't get it... The counting to maintain or eat enough. I'm trying to learn, adjust, and accept. :)

I know it's a strange complaint but a true concern. :) I did great with my first clean Thanksgiving, so no issue of packing it on during Christmas. I am blessed, I just don't want to starve myself or be unhealthy in a different way than I was before.

When I've lost too fast in the past, I gained it back two-fold plus I felt like complete garbage. This time I averaged 2lbs a week which isn't too bad and I feel fabulous!!

You're right! After two decades of obesity, it's hard not to enjoy it. Yet, at the same time I worry and get sad when my numbers keep dropping.... I hit my goal lowest ideal weight and really don't want to lose more. Like you mentioned, it could be easy to develop an eating disorder.... I thought something was "wrong."…

IMO, the clean/healthy eating is the best way to start!! You're doing great - keep it up!

Omg... Me too. People assume I'm dick or dying. Insane!! But when I was huge no one worried about my health. Go figure

Great job!!! <3

5'3" here (After shrinking 2" post-car accident & back surgery). I am down 85lbs from 200-115 in just over 10 months. MFP does not show my true loss (sadly) because it's using old info. It's all good, I know what I accomplished B)

I've had mostly positive reactions to my weight loss but occasionally I get "but where is your extra/loose skin?" :o Like that confirms weight loss and like I'm need to put it on display. Oh well.... Their problem not mine.

How do you post photos here? :)

I agree with not getting stuck where you were. Get rid of the BIG clothes. Treat yourself to new, smaller clothes, get a new-do, etc. Embrace your VICTORY and the confidence that comes with. I'm unrecognizable compared to the "old" me. Thank God!!!

Amen

So true! I'm so detoxed and cleansed of sugars, etc. That it all tastes horrible to me now. WIN!!

You nailed it!! It's taking me almost a year to adjust mentally. I didn't even notice or acknowledge the first 40 I dropped... Just kept wearing the same giant, trashy clothes and feeling miserable about myself. Other people made me aware. So weird

YES!!! I'm always freezing

So true... I get "you're too skinny. You don't eat enough." When I was obese no one was concerned about me eating habits. Go figure