Hello wonderful chicks!
People are often under the impression that weight loss will solve a lot of their problems. Are there any problems that you thought weight loss would solve, but it hasn't. This isn't meant to be a negative thread. I actually think it's more of a reality check. So what has weight loss helped you with and what has it not helped, but you thought it would?
For me, weight loss has helped me with increased confidence.
I'm much more excited to get dressed in the morning.
I feel much more (I hate to admit) sensual.
I look forward to social gatherings and just general interaction with others.
I'm much more excited about simple foods because in the past, I'd need food that was full of intense flavor to get a similar reaction.
I can probably think of more things later, but it's still a bit too early in the morning.
What has surprised me:
I still don't have as much confidence with people as I thought I would. In fact, I now worry about what I'm saying more...do I sound stupid? Am I boring them? It seems like people are paying more attention to me, so I'm more self conscious, I suppose. I'm used to being more in the periphery and am a bit uncomfortable with the attention.
When I go shopping for clothes, I still don't feel like I can buy much...not sure why...perhaps I worry about regaining, or I'm too self-critical.
I don't have as much energy as I thought I would. I find myself dragging and I've had myself checked by a physician (my thyroid is borderline low, but still at normal). Did I just forget how it feels to be heavier?
Please share your experience. Thank you!