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I use quotes to motivate me. Finding new quotes to uplift my spirits is a weird hobby of mine. I always have a quote on the background of my computer, on my calendar, on sticky notes EVERYWHERE. The sticky note motivations are KEY. :)

REALLY GROSS: Back in 6th grade (must have been 11 years old) I started my TOM during class. The class was very long and I was too paranoid to move, so it just...kept...happening. By the time the class ended there was blood EVERYWHERE. Everyone saw, and no one helped. My male teacher had no idea what to do. I just walked…

Great job OP! :):drinker:

I can't say it with any scientific backing/support but personally I notice that weeks when I am severely stressed I: 1. Get less sleep 2. Tired all the time 3. Work out less 4. When I do workout, I am very inefficient. My burns are normally 300-350 cals for a 30 minute run...when I am stressed its hard to get to 250 cals.…

Thesaurus. I always say "thesthethourus" and sound like an idiot.

OP, maybe try seeing a nutritionist? I did back at the beginning of my weight loss efforts with MFP because of my bad relationship with food. He really helped me get the resources I needed to educate myself on nutrition and he even helped me seek out ways to change how I saw "fear foods." A professional opinion is worth…

The doctor this morning checked my past records and saw I've dropped 30+lbs this year and high-fived me. :)

What in the hell is that? Wait. What in the hell is what? I can't remember what I was upset about...

See, I'm afraid I will never GET pregnant. Odd one out yet again.

Sorry but all that sounds pretty bogus.

2009: Highest weight at 160lbs. 2014: Lowest weight at 122lbs.

How sweet!

Hate to sound like a broken record but doing weird craze diets isn't the best way to lose weight for a wedding. To each their own, but this website has tools that are 1. free, 2. easy, 3. get results. Just do the myfitness pal recommendations for your calorie intake...here are some things I wish someone told me right off…

I've got both, I'll break it down for you: If all you do is walk, then I doubt your heart rate gets very high. Therefore, most heart rate monitors won't be a good/accurate representation of the burn you get. HRM (heart rate monitors) are most suitable for short-term (2 hours or less) workouts, and they work wonders for…

Spinach. OM NOM NOM

Pink Lady and Honeycrisp are the bomb. (Jazz and Fuji are alright)

Open up my eyes Everything is really bright Ugh morning breath ew

People assume that I am: a) nice b) sweet c) outgoing and when I just sit there brooding quietly about life instead of being the life of the party, they get disappointed. Also, why in the hell does everyone assume I want to "go dancing with the girls?" No thank you.

Yes! Pretty much anytime I start seeing little results I either: a) Re-evaluate my recipes and make sure my calorie counts are accurate or b) Eat about 500 more calories for a few days. Usually, I go with b and end up seeing some results. Sometimes you just got to live a little and shock your system with some more…

I think you should consider sneaking small snacks around the job. I work in a chemical lab where no food or drink is allowed and we aren't given designated breaks for food. I put mealbars or pre-portioned packs of nuts/dried fruit in my pockets so when I "go to the bathroom" I can take a few bites. Trust me when I say no…

Ice cream snickers bars Ben & Jerrys Potato Chips Keep it away from me or I will eat it ALL

I will eat rice cakes forever. They are so crunchy and great.

Went back home to visit my parents and a girl I went to high school with checked us out at the store. She kept complimenting me, telling me how great I looked. :)

My boobs got smaller!!! (Been a DD to E cup for 10 years. Going to a C is a godsend)

Back in the day when I would restrict my eating to dangerous levels, going from sitting at my desk to standing would give me tunnel vision I got so dizzy. Went to the doctor and my blood pressure was so low they made me sit there for half the day, forcing orange juice and peanuts on me. Thinking back on it really scares…

OP, congrats to you! Wonderful transformation for your health.

Beautiful! (also, that dress is hella cute)

GULDEN'S MUSTARD IS HEAVEN

"there is another sloth at the animal shelter. tonight we feast."

Most likely cause: vitamin deficiency. Stop eating food = no vitamins/lack of vitamin adsorption. No vitamins = body refuses to function as usual. EDIT: Take care of yourself, OP. You only have one body.