For me, 240 was a big milestone because it was a weight I had hovered around for abou 15 years before gaining another 30lbs following an illness. It took *forever* to get past it. What helped me is to set a goal just to get there and to allow myself a reasonable time to reach is, say, 1/2 lb a week? And then to set a strict plan that I would follow for just that goal. You can do it! And more!
I go down to 242 then back up to 247. I am so frustrated with everything and nothing these days. This whole separation/pending divorce has really derailed me.
I feel your pain. I think our bodies hold on to a weight even when we're doing everything possible to break up with it. And then whoosh! There it goes.
Make sure you're getting enough sleep. My best friend will be eating everything perfectly but if she doesn't get 8 hours, she shows a gain at the scale.
Aww, SmallSteps! I so know how you feel! I hate this bouncy weight. Up and down, up and down. And it seems like the minute you think it's going to keep going it just bounces up again.
Yuck. I am doing the divorce thing too. It's no fun.
I think 239 is right to be wary. You say you dream of him. You will work to be with him. But you're really just looking for a short-term relationship. Maybe even a one-night stand. He can't face the pain. Give up on 239. I saw 238 winking at you. He's a better catch anyway.
I go down to 242 then back up to 247. I am so frustrated with everything and nothing these days. This whole separation/pending divorce has really derailed me.
I can completely relate to you on the separation/divorce really messing with you mentally (which can sometimes affect you physically). My divorce was final in February and up until that point it was hard to lose any weight because I was so strained mentally (however, I wasn't eating right either and that was a HUGE factor). I finally got it together when I got my mental faculties back in order. I had to heal my mind first, get my focus back on track, and set my eyes on MY health and happiness. I'm sending you positive thoughts and energy! You will get through this and come out on the other end happy and THIN!
I think 239 is right to be wary. You say you dream of him. You will work to be with him. But you're really just looking for a short-term relationship. Maybe even a one-night stand. He can't face the pain. Give up on 239. I saw 238 winking at you. He's a better catch anyway.
Love it!!!
Never, ever, ever give up!! Sorry, I just can't think of anything original; what everyone else said.
Thanks each and everyone of you for your words of encouragement! I could never have gotten this far without all of you!!
Goddess Jessica What is this thing called sleep that you speak of?
toobig Congratulations on 93 pounds lost! Your are my new idol!!
defenestrator I am tired of life in the bouncy castle I think it is time to move on to something more stable!
TiffNeedsChange Keep up the great work Tiff we will conquer this battle also!
LaurieDawn Laurie I think you are correct 238 is looking mighty sexy!! If you need someone to talk to about our similar situation please don't hesitate to contact me!
angieand2girls Thanks angie it helps to be around other people that understand where I am and what I am going through. Mentally I am gone at the moment. I am not sure how I function at all some days. But I am still TRYING!!
theox Thanks Theox!!
sluggerbean Peggy my friend! You know how much I love you and how much your support and encouragement means to me! Sorry I haven't been returning much lately! I will try and do better!
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