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Hello all. I'm a former 3FC member who's always had an on-again off-again relationship with both the site and my weight loss journey. I lost a significant amount of weight originally after joining 3FC (about 70lbs). Then I stopped working as hard towards my goals. I got comfortable with where I was and stopped thinking about weight loss altogether more than once. It was a constant 15 lb up 15 lb down struggle after that point. Eventually I stopped weighing myself. I stopped paying attention to what I was putting in my mouth. I had convinced myself that I could eat what I want, without exercise, and avoid consequence. :rolleyes: I was wrong. So here I am almost 33 lbs heavier than my lowest weight. I've gained, quickly and suddenly, and I'm ready to admit that I have a problem, and that it needs to be addressed. The main element I realized I was missing... was you. I need support to stay motivated and on track, and I was never more motivated, never accomplished more, than when I was with the wonderful men and women of this site. So here I am, so ashamed of my failure that I've changed my name. I only hope that you'll take me back.

Welcome back!! No need to be ashamed. This is an accepting envirionment. You are not by yourself. I did the same thing too. I gained some back and I came back. I have about 37lbs to get back to me lowest number. I think the accountabilty is what we both need. I am soooooo glad you are back. Just jump right back on in!! :D

Goodluck!! Maybe this time around you'll do better since you already experienced it!!

@RoyalAthena: Thank you for your warm welcome! It helps to know you're not alone. Especially when you make a mistake. I hope we can both get back down to our lowests, and beyond that, with some effort and patience. :D

@treesa76: Thanks! I think you're right. A big part of success sometimes is in failing, accepting failure, and learning the lesson from it. I just hope I've learned mine and don't stumble into the same sandpit! :o

Welcome back 2dy2. Stop beating yourself up... save that energy for the gym:exercise:

Welcome back although I am new I hope you find that new strength to get past this and move forward with a new you!