This is an AWESOME thread!
Motivation is so important and I have struggled with a lot on the weight loss and emotional eating journey. Right now what is keeping me going through what is a rough patch of weight gain from meds, is:
that I want to go on ski trips again
I want to live longer
I hope to reverse or at least help make a lot of my medical conditions that are exacerbated by weight, easier to live with
nicer clothing!
feeling better about myself
I think a lot of us, or at least I'll speak for myself when I say I go through patches when it's easy to lose motivation. I find it important to keep sight of the big picture though, long term goals. For me, I have about 90 lbs to lose, but my initial goal is to lose weight, not gain, then lose a few pounds, then under 200, one thing at a time. If I look at it and say 'oh no, I have all these 90 lbs to lose, how will I do it- I'll feel overwhelmed and want to give up.' It is a matter of perspective for me.
At the end of the day, it can also be a question of, do I want the cookie/treat or the success
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Amy