[TBJ333]

WW has helped me so much. Not just with losing the weight -- I'm actually losing very slowly, because I eat more points than recommended. But with keeping the weight off, and changing a lifestyle. I thought it might be interesting to share what we've learned from WW that will make us successful in the long term.

For me, I learned two things: Eat lots of fruits and veggies. And eat what you want in moderation. Those two lessons have translated into habits, and habits are something I can keep for a long time.

Anybody else?

[andreaphilip3]

Portion Control And How To Stay Focused W Goals

[WDWErin]

I've just joined, but I love learning portion control...it's a lesson I needed to learn.

[mauvaisroux]

Portion control was a big issue for me, especially when it came to pasta.

I have also learned to love cooking and trying new things.

[andreaphilip3]

heres something else i learned: meetings are key: giving that up was the biggest mistake i ever made and not 1 ill make 2x!

[gsgb222]

Definitely portion control!
Mostly it has given me confidence to know that this will work and I can do this if I just stay patient and take it one day at a time.

[MRSKMS]

The biggest thing it has taught me is to believe in myself

If I truly believe I can do it - I will find the resources to do it and I will do it!!!!

There are some really great posts here and on some other sites that keep me motivated!!

Cindy

[Sparklerose]

The meetings are really important. They keep me accountable and the support is great.
To believe that I can make it to my goal, even if it is a slow process.

[MaggieShines]

I've learned that guilt and resentment are counter-productive; I've learned that looking at this like a diet that I can "go off of" once I lose weight is just setting myself up for failure. And I've learned that nourishing yourself and feeling good is different then stuffing your face with greasy, fatty foods and sugar-packed treats. Oh, and to steal from AA, I've learned that it does, indeed, work if you work it.