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Old 01-05-2012, 11:35 AM   #1  
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I'm 28 years old and have been overweight all of my life. For me my weight has always been a form of "protection" which later in my life really did progress into food being my friend and therapy. This became even more true when I lost my Mother and best friend almost 4 years ago to complications stemming from diabetes and packed on an additional 90 lbs by using food to cope.

I watched her health slowly spiral out of control most of my life and at 5'10" and 330lbs realize that I am getting scary close to following down the same path. Having an amazing partner of almost 7 years makes me want to do this even more, as while it is FOR me, he's also impacted by my health as well and as most people I don't want to one day become a burden for him.

The good news is that even though I'm horribly overweight I still feel pretty good and am more ready than ever to realize who I am without masking my emotions with a mountain of food.

I look forward to getting to know some of you and taking this journey together! <3
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Old 01-05-2012, 12:24 PM   #2  
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Hello & welcome. You will find great inspiration and support here. Good luck on your journey.
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Old 01-05-2012, 01:11 PM   #3  
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Welcome to the forum! I am so glad you joined us. I wish you all the best on your weightloss journey.
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Old 01-05-2012, 11:12 PM   #4  
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Crystal, welcome, glad to have you join us. I suggest you look for a Challenge or Support group to join; small check-in groups make it easier to connect, get involved, and be accountable. We have groups centering around specific diets, themes, or age groups, find one that inspires you and just post to join! Be sure to check out the 20-Somethings
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Old 01-07-2012, 08:54 AM   #5  
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Thanks for the warm welcome, guys. I know that having a good support group is crucial through a challenge like this! <3
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Old 01-07-2012, 09:05 AM   #6  
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Welcome! I'm new to the group as well, about one week, and just in the one week it's been really helpful! Good luck!
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Old 01-07-2012, 09:10 AM   #7  
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It really really is. It helps not only knowing that there are hundreds here going through the same struggle but also seeing the tons of people who who have proven that it's possible. It's like a pandora's box of inspiration.
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Old 01-07-2012, 09:15 AM   #8  
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Welcome!
Best Wishes on reaching your goal!! you can do it!!!
Look around so many already have!!


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