Today's the Day - I Hope
 

Hi everyone,
I'm 32 and weigh 230 pounds. Up until 5 years ago, I was a fit and healthy person. Then I moved out on my own and my portion size and fast food habits got out of control. It's time for a change, but I'm so scared to mess with the one thing that comforts me and makes me happy: food. I feel so pathetic typing that; I have wonderful family and friends, yet food remains my best friend. I got married a year ago and the transition has been rough, and food has been my go-to. The gaining of weight has affected my confidence, which is affecting my intimate relationship with my spouse. I need to change, and it needs to start now. I don't know where to begin, but I think this forum might be a good first step. Thanks for reading - I hope I can also help others in their journeys too.

Me too!
 

I also need to make some changes. I have always been overweight but I started a new job recently and I added another 20 lbs to my burden. I also feel comforted by food but I know this is unhealthy. I am not sure why I act this way but it needs to stop. Good luck in your journey! :hug:
It will be hard to figure it out but worth it!

My work place always has food everywhere. I have gained majority of my weight from my job too. My will power sucks :(

I can relate to your statements about your relationship with food. It seems to me that while the focus for many of us is correctly on the calories and exercise, there is little support for the emotional and psychological which is also sorely needed. Not only do I want to change my body, I want to change my mind and how I (my brain) interact with food.

So true, I also have limited willpower but that just goes back to changing the brain.