Ok, so I've done Sw and Ww online and in meetings but find myself back where I started 6 years ago after having my son. I need to break the cycle of losing and gaining - I know what to do but need to stay focused and positive about my achievements.
I need to lose a considerable amount and this is daunting but I know I can do it with the right attitude, that's the problem at the mo, I don't have a very positive view of myself. I have a busy life and we are doing work to our house so life both at home and work is stressful and I am an emotional eater (show me someone who isn't!!)
SO I'm on here to try again and make a difference, I want to be able to chase about after my son, get my body in shape to try for another baby and above all try to love me!
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It's only left for me to wish you well on your journey
moreless has already provided you with a great road map on how you may proceed and it's well worth taking the time to go through everything she's mentioned in some detail.
Don't be down on yourself just because of your body shape and love yourself for the person you are, the one that cares about her other half, her son, her house and all the other great aspects that are part of you.
No need to be daunted either. Set yourself a mini goal of maybe 7lb or something that makes sense to you. Breaking up our journey and feeling proud of ourselves each time we reach one of our goals makes it all much more manageable.
You're working on your house which is great news on the exercise front, you're already making steps in the right direction.... so now you need to concentrate on the other part of the weight loss equation and manage the amount of food and drink you consume.
You can do it and we will all be here for you. Feel free to post any questions, thoughts or feelings (good or bad) and you'll get loads of support.
I am in the same boat, just found this site today. Need to lose a lot but with grumpy husband and house renovations going on all I want to do is snack!
good luck with the house improvements, I keep thinking it will all be worth it but need to get my head into the right place before house is finished so that I have the energy to paint to all!! We can do this, keep in touch x
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