Hello! My name is Shannie G and well I found this site through a google search!

I am in desperate help! I need motivation!!! I am 31 and have gone out of control with my eating habits. I feel like I have tried every diet and every time I FAIL!! I am an emotional eater and find comfort with sweets and good food!

Today was the day when I have decided enough is enough. I am going to be starting phase 1 of the South Beach diet.. My goal is 140 and to fit into a beautiful wedding dress. I have been dating my boyfriend for 5 years and would love a new wedding in the New Year!!

I really need to do this or I will never be Happy the weight on my body is the 1 thing in life holding me back from my dreams!!

Welcome to 3FC =)

There's a South Beach area, and a 30-something's section that you might like to check out.

Best of wishes!

You and I have a lot in common: age, start and goal weights. I just joined as well. I'm not doing a specific diet, just calorie counting, but good luck to you! I hopeyou make it to the wedding dress of your dreams.

Lots of folks here know how you feel (lots of emotional eaters here). You have less than 50 lbs to lose so that is a plus on your side. You can do this; look around and you will notice that there are lots of people who have succeeded with the same goals ...

Welcome!!! You will find a lot of support here. Good luck on your journey

I am the EPITOME of emotional eaters.. it's not an easy thing to overcome, but try replacing food with some other activity you enjoy. I've found that helps me.

Congrats with the wedding plans, as well! Welcome to the boards.