[Rytre]

Hi, I'm Rytre and I need support in losing a massive amount of weight. I have ballooned to 250 pounds and as I write it, I can't believe it! I've always had to watch my weight, never was one of those people who can eat anything and not gain a pound, but about 15 years ago I ate my way up to 240 pounds after experiencing a traumatic event. I lost 50 pounds or so and have been yo-yo-ing ever since. My mother died two years ago and I've gained 50 pounds since her death. I am a comfort-eater. I hate the way I look and I worry that my obesity is going to ruin my health. My body fat is 54%. I am embarrassed and ashamed. I'm hoping to find support and accountability here. I don't do well in making friends on forums, not sure why, but I'm hoping this time will be different. I only need two or three people to take an interest and I'll be more than glad to help anyone by listening or offering words of encouragement. Thank you.

[Jacqui_D]

Hi Rytre! I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I know what you mean about being a comfort eater and so do so many others here. You'll find lots of support here at 3FC. Browse around. You'll notice that some forums and threads are more active than others, but feel free to jump in on any of them! Good luck!

[Clarington45]

Welcome! You have come to the right place, I am fairly new too and am finding the people very friendly and the tools and resources very helpful!

Originally Posted by Rytre

Hi, I'm Rytre and I need support in losing a massive amount of weight. I have ballooned to 250 pounds and as I write it, I can't believe it! I've always had to watch my weight, never was one of those people who can eat anything and not gain a pound, but about 15 years ago I ate my way up to 240 pounds after experiencing a traumatic event. I lost 50 pounds or so and have been yo-yo-ing ever since. My mother died two years ago and I've gained 50 pounds since her death. I am a comfort-eater. I hate the way I look and I worry that my obesity is going to ruin my health. My body fat is 54%. I am embarrassed and ashamed. I'm hoping to find support and accountability here. I don't do well in making friends on forums, not sure why, but I'm hoping this time will be different. I only need two or three people to take an interest and I'll be more than glad to help anyone by listening or offering words of encouragement. Thank you.

[20lbtogo]

Oh, I hear you on the comfort eating thing, and I'm a sweet tooth to boot. Unfortunately, I have yet to find a true solution, just little things that occasionally help distract me, like giving myself a pedicure. Somehow I cannot get truly constructive things like cleaning or exercising to console me, I wish I could. Honestly sometimes I'll blow a few hours watching mindless TV to avoid comfort eating. I guess just try different things and see what works for you.

[tickingcounterparts]

Hi there! I'm not quite sure what my weight is at the moment because I ate quite a bit going out so I'm flushing my system. I'll be weighing tomorrow. I started at 265 and lost 11 lbs but have put some back on but I'm back on track. I'm so sorry about your mother. I'm a comfort eater too. That's what messed me up. my anxiety got to me so what did I do? EAT.

Totally here for you

[TooWicky]

Hello, and welcome You've come to the right place for support.

My heart is with you on the loss of your mom. I haven't mentioned it here on the forums yet, but I lost my Dad, then my only sister who I considered my best friend as well, and then my mom... in quick succession, and also each one suddenly and unexpected. We were a very close family and to say I was traumatized is an understatement. I was already obese before my dad died, but these deaths pushed me into a whole other level of morbid obesity. I didn't care what I ate. I was just trying to get through the day. I am now 3 years out from losing my mom. About a year ago I started feeling more "normal." Emerging from heavy grief was like nerves regrowing; it was like waking up after a long sleep. I started living again, to put it simply. 5 months ago I started a new journey of diet and better health. Now my unhealthy outside is slowly but surely matching my joyful inside.

You can do this One day, one meal, one pound at a time. We are here for you!

[Rytre]

Thank you all for the words of welcome. They're greatly appreciated. Tomorrow is the big day. A new school year starts and with it I'm starting new eating habits. My daughter is very health-conscious and is supporting me by buying and preparing healthy food for me. I feel like I've hit the jackpot there as take-out is my downfall when I'm working.

Has anyone seen the Daily Mail article about the lady who lost lots of weight and documented her weight loss by taking a pic each time she lost a significant amount weight? That really inspired me, so my daughter took pics of me tonight. I'm going to take a photo after each ten pounds, wearing the same clothing to highlight the difference. It sounds like good motivation for me since I'm a visual person. I'm excited, can you tell?