Ok, where do I start? I am 5'2" and I weigh in at 258 lbs. I will soon be 40 (in July) and I realized the other day that I want to start a new way of life before I reach that age. I am so bad to start something (namely diets) and then quit. I hate exercise, which doesn't help my cause any. I am bi-polar, take lots of meds and that doesn't help me much either. To top it all off, I am Lazy! Having said all that, I WANT to learn to like exercise and eating healthy. I long to find the determination to Stick It Out. I can see myself smaller...now if I can just make it happen. Well, here to a new way of life starting NOW.

Hey there WhisperingHope...

You've already taken a very important step...deciding that NOW is the time to do this. 3FC can help, but that determination and motivation must, ultimately, come from inside.

I used to think I was just lazy too..but that isn't an immutable characteristic like eye color...it is a choice.

Settle in. You may want to look at the 100 lb club (a group of individuals who have lost or are on their way to losing 100 lbs or more) or the Depression and Dieting areas...both might be good places to start.

Other than that, jump in wherever and get to posting. Can't wait to get to know you better!

Hi &

Way to go on deciding to change your life!!!

Post wherever you're comfortable (Mandalinn mentioned some great places!).

Best of success!