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Hello all! I'm Maria, I'm 23, and I'm going on a diet... tomorrow. (Off to a great start, haha!)

In all seriousness though, I've struggled with my weight most of my life, and during my last two years in college, I gained 25 pounds because I neglected my body and didn't watch what I was eating. Since graduating, I've halfheartedly followed diet plans, most recently Weight Watchers, but I veered off course after hitting the inevitable weight loss plateau. But not this time!

This morning, I heard about the Dukan Diet, and I've decided that this is the one. Not just because it's all the rage lately, but because I think it offers the kick start I need to get motivated so that I actually complete it. Tonight I'm going grocery shopping for all my proteins so I can begin the Attack phase tomorrow.

Even though losing weight is an important goal for me, my main goal is to get to a better place mentally. Since finishing college, I've been in a major funk (hello, quarter life crisis!) and my self-esteem is at an all-time low, so I'm hoping that taking care of myself and focusing on my health will help boost my confidence.

Anyway, sorry for the novel! I'm really excited to be embarking on this adventure with all of you. Best of luck to us :)

hey welcome and very best of luck with it!! you will find endless motivation and support here and anything you dont know or cant find, just ask!

Welcome to 3FC =)

There's a 20-something's section. Under Diet Central you can meet up with those also looking to follow the Dukan Diet. Look around, post wherever you're comfortable!

You can do this :yes:

Hello, Maria, and welcome! :)

Thanks all!

Yah!! welcome aboard!