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This is quite a revelation. I have found with counting calories just how much I’ve been forced to be mindful and present for every bite of food. It’s very difficult considering how busy life is, but it’s something you just have to prioritize. Also, when it comes to eating from emotion, the last thing I want is to confront…

Go for it!! I’m pretty sure I’ve run for a chocolate bar at some point in my life :):)

A great first month for sure! I did not have anywhere near this kind of self reflection and insight when I was a month in. It took me many months to feel comfortable having any “bad” food even if it was within my calorie allowance. I no longer see things as bad or good, I mean nutrition wise, I can’t live on fibre one bars…

Just wanted to quickly update! I can’t believe I stumbled on this thread, so my last post I was around 240lbs, I’m now down to 165 :) I’ve never been this consistent with anything but I’m determined. I still stay around 1200 calories as I’ve done pretty much the past 9 months. Anyone reading this... you can do it. I have…

1980 baby here... :)

They are super easy and perfect for a beginner to get the heart rate up a bit... but should probably be mixed up after a while.

I got 11 steps in while sleeping! Yay me ;) Fitbit Alta HR here.

I confess, I don’t like to confess.

“The lasagna that doesn’t pretend”.

You are amazing and I love reading your thoughts on this journey.. congrats on your promotion and thank you for checking in. Sometimes life throws challenges and it’s okay that you’ve gotten off track a bit as you focus on that. What matters is recognizing you are off track and coming back. So welcome back :)

Thank you for sharing. There is so much stigma about Mental Health that I can understand the hesitation to share. I can’t say I am in the same boat or have the same challenges as you, but I just wanted to say hello. It’s nice to have people in your support group who intimately understand what you are going through and I…

Psychologically for me... I tried to avoid it because it’s one thing to screw up and I’m the only one who knows it... than to screw up and have everyone in my life know it. I’m slowly accepting that I can do this and maintain it and it’s okay to be comfortable with that.

By sharing this, I guarantee many will learn from your “brain fart”. To me, not everything is obvious or logical. Thanks for sharing :)

I wish you the best of luck, you took the first step... keep signing in, and logging in. Find good friends in here who will make you accountable :)

What a beautiful post. Thank you, you sound like an amazing human being and I’m proud on your behalf for your success.

You hit the nail on the head. My worry is complacency. Your approach is great, setting new and different goals to challenge yourself and keep motivated. Wtg ;)

My people. I too am a boring person. I quite enjoy curling up with MFP forums on a Friday night and falling asleep waaay before 8pm.

Welcome back! I’ve seen a few threads with women wanting to lose weight specifically because they want to get pregnant, might be a good support system for you as well :)

You don’t need to justify yourself. Unless you work somewhere that you are required to maintain a certain weight, it’s non of her business. I’d be up front, if she comments again, I’d say “ you’ve commented a few times about my weight, do you have a concern because my doctor tells me I’m perfectly healthy.”

Any news on if the “photo/status” situation has been resolved yet?

I want this to be me. Thank you for sharing! Your success keeps me moving forward :)

It definitely can’t hurt... I find it helps relax me a lot.

I don’t think there is a good answer. This just might be the thing that proves to be a lifelong struggle. I’ve never seen an answer to this that satisfied my logical side. I’ve always struggled and I figure I will always struggle (as many of us do)... at least now I have the tools to correct myself. I’d just say, if you…

I’m along the same lines. Just not having my food questioned or criticized, or the worst .. guilted. I know eating can be social and many family members feel it’s personal when you want to do your own thing. I appreciate when someone just lets me do what I’m doing without commenting or guilting me.

I have never seen that album! That’s kind of freaky actually :):) It sounds like you have a damn amazing best friend.

:) make the brownies, eat a serving, ENJOY it and log it.. share the rest at work (or with family).

Log in. Every day. Make it a habit, read other people’s stories... that has been the most motivating factor for me. There are so many people just like you and me... who have succeeded and they are happy to share and support.

I’m sure even if I knew what it was, I wouldn’t have the interest in doing it ;) I really really love hiking and dancing. I agree with most, find what you enjoy and do that.

That’s interesting and random :) I love Armenian food but I do know it’s a lot of beans and meats and oils are calories I often forget but can add up to a lot. Anyways, I’m not helpful. I’d say break down the meal and ingredients mentally and make a good guess.

I’m sure just about everything is tied together somewhere, wanting to make her proud, wanting to maintain some control in the chaos, wanting to feel good about something... and I don’t think any of it is wrong or guilt worthy. You and your family are going through a terrible thing, hopefully in ones life there aren’t too…