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What a lovely post. To answer your questions about what you should say, only you know the answer. And probably it isn't one or the other, but a combination of possible answers. Sometimes we know the truth but are afraid to speak it, and other times we want people around us to speak the truth for us. I cared for my mom over…

I didn't read every post, so someone may have already suggested this. I filled my ipod with songs that I love - that's it, nothing else. Everything that shuffles around makes me stop and think "oh, yeah. I LOVE this." And that has transformed my gym time. I just go in three to five minute increments, and I enjoy them all…

I live in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. I don't feel fear, but I don't feel safe either. I'll walk a couple of blocks to the green grocer without locking my door. But I won't go after ten at night (crackhouses in my neighbourhood). I honestly don't believe we can protect ourselves from the world. IMO, our lives are more…

Nuts will give a nice crunch, I love slivered almonds. And some kind of dried fruit - my current favourite is dried cranberries. Then a little avocado for a nice texture and I'm happy. At that point, who needs lettuce?

In addition to the adrenaline fueled calorie burn, think of how low calories meals would be. I imagine nothing but brains and dandelion greens as far as the eye can see. Maybe some people related items - finger foods. Rib. Rump roast.

If I remember correctly from university biology, genetics are a predisposition but not necessarily destiny. So you may be genetically predisposed to heart disease or cancer, but it doesn't mean you have to develop them. It just means it is worthwhile taking extra steps to avoid them. Genetics are just one of many factors…

This made me laugh even more than the Nickleback sacrifice. I took up scuba diving when I was married. Owned a dry suit, tanks, everything. Hated every damn minute of it - this is not a pastime for claustrophobics.

Eating healthy at home is a lot less expensive that eating badly at restaurants, even inexpensive restaurants. I log my spending the same way I log my calories. It gives me a lot more control over what I'm spending, and I make categories (just like MFP does) so I know what I'm spending money on. This has really helped me.…

Ah, the grief diet. I never looked better than I did after my divorce. I also lost a very quick 30 after my mom died. I know everyone is telling you to eat, but give yourself a break for a little while. If not eating feels fine, and you're not feeling sick or lightheaded, go with it. The day is coming when you will like…

I wondered something similar. The really unfortunate thing is that people think "fat" means some kind of moral judgement rather than just a description. There is a hidden implication that you can't be fat unless something is wrong with you. Not enough willpower. Lazy. Whatever it is. Which is ridiculous. Everybody has…

In that case, it may not be about what you're eating. There are many, many articles about the link between lack of sleep and overweight. I understand with your baby it's pointless to say "get more sleep." But you might want to give yourself a break for a while, just do your best and recognize what is happening to your…

It may seem counterintuitive, but I think focusing on others helps with loneliness. It sounds like you have limited time, but maybe take a few hours a week to reach out to your friends. Let them know you only have an hour or two, then really listen to what is important to them. That connection that is created when people…

This may sound odd, but are you getting enough sleep? I find I'm endlessly hungry on days I feel particularly tired, and seem to always be reaching for something to give me a little boost. All day long.

Eat the shrimp!! Seriously, eating before doesn't work for me either. This year, I'm going to make a point of taking along something I'll enjoy eating, and then try and guess at what might be served and if not actually pre-log the calories, then at least have an action plan. I do find that if I have a cocktail I'm in…

Sixteen years! You gave him a wonderful, long life. I had to put my Old Cat down in the spring. I had had her since she was 8 weeks old, and she was 20. It was so hard, and so sad. Sometimes I still look for her when I walk in the house. When it's time, the right cat will find you again. It's worth waiting for.

Meditation might help. It's worth a shot, and sure won't hurt. There is a teacher called John Kabat Zinn who uses meditation in conjunction with anxiety issues and health problems. If you're uncomfortable because of the "woo woo" element, he approaches it from a very Western point of view. I hope you find something that…

I was married for seven years to a gay drug dealer. If that doesn't convince you I'm bad at picking men, nothing well. Also, I'm complicated. That doesn't help.

Then I wasn't very clear, I'm sorry. I wasn't saying smoking was bad therefore genetically modified food is bad. I'm saying even "experts" can be shown to be wrong over time. I'll be surprised if that doesn't happen here.

I love roasted cauliflower. Separate it into flowerets, toss in a little olive oil (1 TBSP for a whole head) and sprinkle with salt and curry powder. Roast in the over at 350 for half an hour or so, depending on how soft you like it. Longer at a slightly higher heat will give you very nice soft cauliflower with a little…

I know I am much older than most people here so I hope you will bear with me when I say "this reminds me of . . ." My mother and father, a nurse and a doctor, were lifelong smokers. My father had his first heart attack when he was 35 and continued to smoke. In the late sixties and early seventies people started talking…

I think it's very hard to lose weight when you're depressed. As you said, there is a terrible cycle that kicks in that's very hard to stop. There is a lot of really valuable information on this site. I know that I have a real tendency to overthink things, so I had to pull it right back to focusing on calories. Eating well…

I can't answer this question but I promise you that you don't want to make an underwear mistake when you go to spin class.

] They have a point of view, but unlikely they are making as much money from their point of view as the companies who are publicizing theirs.

I think the fact that so many people think that GMOs are nothing to be concerned about is a testament to the power of food lobbyists. Personally I avoid modified food as much as I can, although I'm sure I can't avoid all of it. I just do my best. It's worth noting that some countries are moving away from American food…

I haven't given up anything, but I do know that there are certain foods where I have trouble with portion control so I don't have them in the house - potato chips, ice cream, some kinds of cheese (the kinds that are so good they call me from the fridge). You brown rice haters should try Lundberg brand brown basmati - it…

It's hard to find non-GMO soy where I live - I understand that soy is one of the three most commonly modified foods, along with wheat and corn. Still, I do eat edamame from time to time, edamame beans are wonderful in a salad that isnt' lettuce based.

Tangerines or clementines, nuts with the shell on, lottery tickets, sample sized toiletries you get at the drugstore, windup toys, trial sized perfume or makeup, socks, magazines, nail polish. Lots of stuff! My family uses stockings for small, fun gifts and puts other gifts under the tree.

How odd you would mention this. I think my upper weight the last time I was on a horse was about 150 max. I still felt I was too heavy for the poor horse.

52 is not so bad! Have you thought about logging your meals a day ahead? This helps me a ton, I'm much less likely to eat impulsively. Not so much "oooooooooooo, THAT looks good."

This site posts easy menus for every night of the week: http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/everydaycooking/weeklydinnerplanners/120312 You may need to do a little adaptation, they're not necessarily low calorie, but there is a nice variety and some great ideas here.