Hi, everyone! Well, this is maybe my millionth time saying, "I am going to lose weight this time!" Honestly, I've gotten to the point where I don't trust myself to stay motivated. I'm 20 years old, in college, 5'2" and ~175 pounds, and I'd like to get between 120 and 130, which is where I was about five years ago.

My biggest and most challenging goal is to learn to love my body all the time. Even when I was at a healthy weight, I completely hated the way I looked and thought I was fat. My weight doesn't come from the foods I eat or complete lack of exercise, but from binges brought on by depression and anxiety and occasional weeks of sedentary lifestyle. I feel like I'm trapped in this vicious circle of self-hatred due to weight and weight due to self hatred. And I have no idea how to break it.

Hey Eurydice! I'm new as well. I'm kinda in the same boat as you.

Hi and welcome to 3FC.

Good luck with your goals.

Hugs
Michelle

Eurydice! I relate to so much of your story - same height, in college, struggling with binge-ing. I know if I can this binge-ing under control, I would be SO much happier, able to feel love for myself, and focus on weight loss and becoming healthier. Wanna be buddies and hold each other accountable?! Good luck! Feel free to message me or maybe we can set up another thread where we post our progress and slip-ups? I'm also new and trying to figure out how this website works, hehe

Starfish, Kirakel, Eurydice, Welcome to ALL of you. You have come to a great site for information. I think it is FANTASTIC that you all are doing this while you are young, and can get this under control. Whatever plan you choose, just remember that there is no quitting, no failing, because you are changing your lifestyle, not just "doing a diet." As far as the forum works, just keep poking around. You will find support, encouragement, and plenty of inspiration. Best wishes all of you. looking forward to hearing your progress!