I started my weight loss programme 5 weeks ago. I've only just learnt about this site!
I was 24 kgs overweight at the beginning, I've lost 6.3. I'm aiming to be at 80 kilos in 15 weeks. I am currently bang on target.
Found a blog post that kicked me into preparing all of my own meals (rather than using the justeat app to order yet another 12 inch, stuffed crust pizza). Wonder if it might be helpful to others (beware the colourful language).
I have many, many graphs. I also have many bits of paper with nutritional info scrawled over them, and I need to delete the scores of photos from food packets.
Brilliant post FarmerGeddun and I loved that article. I'm not averse to a swear or two and it made me laugh. So it's motivation v discipline, I think I'll test the theory out tomorrow?
It's an odd thing...I've stopped and started the diet with an attitude of 'I can't be bothered, no one cares any how' which is not only lack of motivation but self pity/derision/passing the onus onto someone else.
The bottom line is im being a lazy bum. And there's that old devil 'procrastination' . So I'm with you on the discipline thing.
Mantra of the day needs to be 'don't think it, just do it'
The only person who can do it is you. Likewise, you're the only person who can stop you.
Personally, I'm sick of starting and stopping. I did some reading beforehand and now (for the first time) I'm tracking everything. When I feel down I set my tape measure to what it was when I started, put it around my waist, and try to see what I can fit in there.
An admin will reply later and give you the low down on how you can get the most out of this site. There'll also be a 5kg badge for you when they see your post
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It's only left for me to wish you well on your journey
Very insightful little nuggets in this article, enjoyed it, thanks. I love the line "The point is to cut the link between feelings and actions, and do it anyway. You get to feel good and buzzed and energetic afterwards". I'm trying to distract myself from the treat shelf these days, my hands are in bits from pulling weeds. Wishing you well!
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