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Congrats! I really love how you stand so much stronger and prouder as your size goes down! You must feel amazing! :-)
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I might plan ahead for a cheat meal for a special occassion (and try to save some calories), but generally, cheats usually pop up when I get invited out for dinner and I don't really have control over the menu. I try to watch the portions and just enjoy the special occassions that life will always bring. I will still count…
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What a great topic! Good idea! The most motivating person in my life was an Aussie! He supported me through a big weight loss. One day, we decided to go on a hike up one very steep mountain path in the summer. There was a sign at the beginning of the hike warning of how difficult it would be, but I was ready for the…
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You sure did hit a nerve! I love all these 40-ish year old women who feel 30-ish! I definately feel younger than I am, especially when I am feeling fit and healthy! I turn 40 next month. I think we need to start a 40th birthday party thread!!!!
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The difference between reaching your goals and not reaching your goals is to KEEP TRYING! Any path towards a goal will involve obstacles. Accept them and then move on. Start fresh tomorrow. Use the many ideas listed here about doing more exercise or trying to catch up on calories a bit. As long as you are having good days…
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Fun sounds good! I have a serious side, and a fun side. I think keeping a sense of humor about things is a great way to survive! Would love to share a laugh and some support!
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I experience this mother nature phenomenon every month as well, glad to hear someone else notices this too. And I love the excel idea! (I'm a numbers nerd and I love seeing the progress line go down over time!)
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You can do it! I echo what everyone has said so far here. Change your thinking first, the actions will soon follow. Remind yourself that being at that healthy weight and feeling so proud of yourself feels better than how that cookie will taste for a few seconds. I have heard that if you want to get movitated and inspired,…
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I agree here as well! I am sure most of us have stories about family and friends who were not as supportive as we would have liked. I think a lot of the time, insecurity and fear of change plays an important role in these kind of comments. Try your best to understand why they might have said that comment and remember that…
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Almost 40 over here! Yes! Let's make this next decade the best, healthiest yet!! :-)
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What a great reminder for us all not to panic at the minor speed bumps on our journey. To keep going is the key to success and this post outlines that so perfectly! :-)
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Heartburn! Heart racing as I go up the steps! Heartache from being so disappointed in myself!
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You are definately not alone. I use food for comfort as well (though after eating too much I end up feeling UNcomfortable)! I found a book that gave me a few ideas and some inspiration. It might help you too. It's called "Life is Hard, Food is Easy" and is written by Linda Spangle. I am almost finished reading it and it…
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Hi! I'm from Calgary, so not too close. Just wanted to say hi to a fellow Albertan! Good luck on your goals. Little by little, we will shed our outer layers to reveal the beautiful, confident person we were meant to be!
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Hello from Calgary! Happy New Year everyone! I just took a closer look at the tools in MFP and found the message board. What a great idea... let's motivate each other!
