pjlm88

This post is really helpful. I eat in a similar way - and on the days (like Thursday, actually) that I did fall off the eating right bandwagon - it's not a diet, by the way - I just don't post here and maybe I should. Good luck to you and thanks.

It depends on what outcome you want. I agree it can be a reason - and it can be an excuse if you want people to sympathize with where you are now. But really, if you focus on what your goal is, you'll find you don't need any excuses. I wish you all the best.

I like the frozen bottled water idea a lot! I'm going to try it!

I have really struggled with this. I find that the days that I post all my calories here, which is a pain and I'm lazy about it, BUT when I do it, and I click: done entering, then I don't feel like nighttime eating. I also have examined the emotional aspect: "I'm done with my day and it's time to do something I enjoy."…

Me too! My family, if I were to mention weight, would not say I needed to lose it. Also, I struggle to be here every day. Add me to your friends list if you want.

I like the posture comment. I have twins, now 15 years old. So, really, I would advise - yes, yoga will help posture. A book or internet tutorial about posture would be helpful as well: that posture will only get worse if you don't start taking care of it. I would also advise: cardio and strength training for the weight…

What you want to avoid, in my opinion, is any very low calorie diet that triggers the "starvation response." Also - are you exercising? I really believe exercise - especially for women - has to be a part of the solution. The smartest book I have read is by Tom Venuto - Burn the Fat, Feed the Muscle. I love the solid…