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Yes, totally agree. It's just semantics and it's somehow become this incredibly silly thing that MFP people use to show how intelligent they are. If I said "a piece of feather and a brick weigh the same", I bet the same people would tell me how crazy I was. OF COURSE, 1 lb of anything is equal to 1 lb of anything. That…

Nope (thank god!) What is the best Christmas you've ever had?

Haha, that's what I thought too. Should we do weekly WIs? I know that other groups do spreadsheets and do friendly competitions of percent lost, if anybody would be interested in that.

1) Late night binging - I think due to a combination of insomnia and depression, I really just can't stop myself from staying awake ALL NIGHT LONG. And, if I'm up by myself at night thinking negative thoughts, I'm going to emotionally eat. 2) All or nothing mentality - If I say that I'm going to eat, say, 1500 calories and…

It's low-cal calzone zone!

Height 5'6 Current weight: 191 Goal: 154 Fitness goal: run 3 miles

Yeah...this thread is like when white people talk about the "n" word, when straight people talk about the "f" word, or when men talk about the words "slut" and "wh*re". You can use logic and rationality as much as you want, but until you've actually walked in that person's shoes, you have no idea what you're talking about.…

Wow, that is seriously motivational! You look beautiful :)

That does not look like a 9 lb loss! I'm sure you gained lots of muscle, because you look phenomenal!

Jillian Michaels has a really helpful article about plateaus you might want to read and follow: http://www.everydayhealth.com/fitness-specialist/dealing-with-weight-loss-plateaus.aspx After that, I would look at your macros. How much %protein,carbs, and fat are you eating? It might help to increase protein/fat, and…

i am measuring/tracking my food - I have seriously no concept of measurements. A tsp and a tb of coconut oil look exactly the same to me, and if I don't track, I really can't tell whether I ate 1000 calories or 2000 calories. Also, I think it's helpful to know how much I'm eating and how much fat/protein I'm eating, so if…

Woah, that is strangely accurate! I definitely want to punch someone, and I definitely miss my diet coke!

I'm doing it! I just started yesterday. I've been reading testimonials all day today, and I'm pretty excited! I've been having issues with my skin, low energy levels, anxiety/depression, and, of course, want to lose some weight. If Whole30 helps me out with any ONE of those things, I will consider it a success. I also…

I love this one: 4) Just like muscles need to be broken down to get stronger, sometimes we need to be broken down mentally and emotionally to get stronger in their respective senses as well. Congrats on your weight loss - you look amazing and so happy! Thanks for sharing your tips :)

Thanks for sharing!! It truly shows how the scale isn't everything! i can't believe 5 lbs = 6 inches off your waist! Amazing :)

LOL at all the people who don't understand sarcasm.

I think some people just look older, regardless of age. Ever since I can remember, people have thought I was older and have been SHOCKED to realize that I am actually X years old. People always think that I'm my mother's sister. One time, I was sitting next to my uncle (who is 50, I'm 23) and someone asked if I was his…

If you are having trouble with these super intense classes, I would just stop. There's absolutely no need to do those to lose weight. People have lost weight with no exercise and/or brisk walking. Do something that you enjoy and/or are good at. Try out a few of the classes at the gym and a few of the machines until you…

Totally true. That's why countries like France, that used to be typically skinnier, are getting fatter because of the opening of fast food restaurants.

I'm always a bit weary when people say "my marriage survived, and it's stronger than ever"! I just don't get how the person who was cheated on and betrayed can vow love and fidelity to a person that couldn't do it for them. I don't get how that person completely lets go of all resentment. Also, just because you never find…

Wow, you make a stunning bride!! Congratulations on all the good work :) Your words are really inspiring!

Congratulations!!!! I am so inspired by you :)

Ugh - that's awful. I'm sorry you had to deal with that! I personally think that there should be a law that you are not allowed that question, unless you literally see the baby coming out.

So jealous of your tiny waist! Seriously, you have an amazing bikini body...congrats on all the hard work paying off!

I can't believe what a difference those last 15 lbs make - you look amazing!!! Just what I needed to see today to remain motivated :)

Wow, you look hot!! Congrats and I'm glad all the hard work paid off! And, your baby is adorable :)

Wow, you look hot girl! Have a healthy pregnancy :)

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Yess, that is my #1 reason - but I do think that looking better will give you the confidence to be more sociable, energetic, and proactive in life. So, my totally superficial reason is, at least, supported my deeper ones, haha.

See a dermatologist - some antibiotics and retinol cream will clear you up in no time. In the mean time, you might want to try avoiding all dairy and sugar and eating a sweet potato/day. It's full of vitamin a/c, which is amazing for your skin. I've struggled with acne for many years - i know how much it sucks. Good luck…