That sounds very cool. I'm actually taking a graduate level psychology class right now for research so I'm with students like you (well probably in the beginning of their program). I'm getting a master's in health administration MHSA, it's kinda a newer thing so you may not have heard of it. Basically health care is starting to get so inclusive a lot of business students are starting to get MHSA instead of an MBA. I started with a bachelor's degree in health science and didn't feel like all the work of medical schools.

Even Still, my life is so busy sometimes, and when people ask me how I do it I'm just like I don't even f***ing know! lol Sometimes I am so burned out it's crazy. I work full time, and take 1-2 classes a semester. Then lose weight on top of that??! Why do I hate myself, jk. I wouldn't change anything. I actually love school, just wish I had more free time.

That is awesome! No, I have never heard of the MHSA before, so that's really cool that you get to be at the forefront of this new program. Love that!
And I totally get what you mean. I really, really love school, so I am happy to be going back after taking a year off to work (which suuuuuuuucks), but I always find myself so wrapped up in assignments and other things I want to learn, and I end up neglecting myself in the process. In both my undergrad and MA program, I put on 15 or so lbs. Luckily I am being funded through a private donor and will not have to work, so that will surely alleviate some stress (I hope!). I am determined to break that weight gain pattern this time, but I definitely need support, so I will be bugging you

Bug away brd!

I know I've been a forum hog lately with my drama ladies, but tonight I am having another little crisis.

I don't know if you remember, but last week I re-did my measurements and thought I lost an inch of my bust to 38.5. Anyway, I was so excited I jumped online and ordered some DD bras from the brand I always buy from. Anyway I got them today and I am soo disappointed they don't fit at all! I remeasured my boobs and got 39.5 which is clearly a size up at to what I'm already wearing. I think I heard breast size can fluctuate? I'm not sure if that applies to me as much (I'm on birth control).

Anyway I guess I'll put them away till later when I lose more weigh. What a serious bummer though. I think maybe I was measuring them wrong. I suppose it's possible my waist or hip isn't that accurate either...but we'll save that for another day. I've had enough to nit-pick about.

I weighed myself yesterday, and I weigh 168.4. I started my weight loss journey November 2015 at 236. I've been doing it very slowly. I thankfully, have no loose skin. Late August until November, I hit a plateau, but after Thanksgiving, I started losing again. It seems to be easier for me now to lose weight. I've been working a lot, and I've been working a lot of mid day shifts, so the only thing I have time to eat in that time period, is a protein bar, and since I'm eating 20 grams of protein at 3 in the afternoon, I'm not very hungry for the rest of the day. I've been pretty stressed too, so that might be why I'm losing weight faster then I was before. I seem to be the opposite of a stress eater these days. My goal weight is 135-140.

That sucks, bloomin! I know my boobs definitely get bigger around my period, but generally I am okay. Maybe they can be your achievement bras? Like you can use them as a measure of how well you're doing as you lose!

Congrats on your loss, Harry, though I hope you will feel less stressed soon!

I will hold onto them for sure, I wear out bras pretty quickly since I use the dryer (I know so bad) so usually toss a bra after 9 months. I buy aerie so at least they aren't that expensive. When I was skinny and wore a c cup my bras lasted a lot longer :/

Welcome aboard Harrypotter! I'd love to get to know you . I too have been maxed on stress lately. This weekend was actually pretty bad for me food wise, I made so many mistakes. It all started when I decided to skip dinner Thursday night. Now, I never skip dinner, and this will be the last time because it created a domino affect of poor life choices lol. I guess damage wise it could have been a lot worse, I guess I'm making it sound like I pigged out, but I just feel like I didn't really try, like I almost gave up or something. I was hanging out with my bf's friends from out of town all weekend and while I think they are OK and all, I can't help that nervous energy I get. And of course school right now is completely overwhelming...

Well, I hope you guys have a fabulous week! I'll be busy cleaning up my act.

164.8 this morning, relieved and met my small goal for the week.

Thought I was gaining. Man what a week...glad to be feeling more relaxed.

Congrats on meeting your goal, bloomin!
I wasn't able to do a real WI on Sunday, so I am hoping to see a nice drop this upcoming Sunday. It would be awesome if it got me out of the 160s!

Hi everyone! I am now at 169.8, and ready to start this journey! Let's see if the Easter food coming up doesn't sabotage me too much!

Hi, lady! Welcome!

Welcome Marian!!

That's great news to hear brd88, I'm sure you'll reach it soon

I hope so! I definitely look less bloated and was able to put on a skirt I couldn't zip up 2 weeks ago, so I hope that's good news!

Thank you! The hardest part for me is the evening, especially when I am alone. I will eat well and behave myself all day, and then there I am at 9 pm, on the couch, watching the new episode of Girls and CRAVING something sweet...how do you guys handle that? Perhaps I should just brush my teeth and floss right after dinner to make sure I don't eat to avoid doing it again?

Hey ladymarian brushing teeth sounds like a smart idea. I'm not sure what your dietary restrictions are but I really like sugar free gelatin. It's basically just water with almost no calories, but it's fruity and sweet. It saved my life a couple of times last time I had a serious diet. The only thing is you do have to make it ahead of time, so it's good to have a supply ready. I also really like the crystal light drinks.

Good morning, ladies! After stalling at 170 all week because of my cycle, I finally dipped down to 169 today! Mind if I join in here?