[hannah10]

Hi

My names Hannah I'm 41 and I'm from New Zealand. I have had weight problems most of my life, and was diagnosed last year with a thyroid issue. The weight has piled on and is becoming really stubborn at coming off, and in turn I have been starting to think 'why bother eating healthy and sensibly when the weight won't even budge.' I know this is the wrong attitude and it has to stop! I have had enough.

So I've given myself a much needed kick in the rear and I am taking action, I really enjoy the positivity and encouragement of this site. It's like a breath of fresh air and just what I need.

Hope to catch you around here and looking forward to chatting with people that share the same goals.

[sunshauna]

It's a long journey.....good luck to you!

[ariane5]

Good on you for taking the first steps on what may be a long journey! It can be psychologically so hard to make a start on a long-term goal and that, as you say, is why so many times we just don't. But every long journey begins with one step and if we just keep putting one foot in front of the other we will eventually end it - no other option!

I always used to tell myself that the time will pass anyway - do I want it to pass with me having lost weight, or not? lol - Didn't listen to my own advice...

You and I want to lose about the same weight and at the start it seemed like SO MUCH! but, you know, since I started seriously applying myself to losing it less than 3 weeks ago - it doesn't seem that bad after all. I've already lost 4 kgs and can already see and feel differences in my body.

Hang in there!

[SunshineCA]

Hi Hannah and best wishes to you!

[hannah10]

Thanks everyone, I've been trying to lose weight for years, always seems to be on a diet and only getting bigger, just have to really apply myself. I'm good for maybe a week then it all goes pear shape, already has been a long journey and your right araine, the time is going to pass regardless of me losing weight or not..but I'll be feeling a heck of a lot better about myself if I at least give it a really good shot at it

Hey and congrats on your 4kgs, that's fantastic and in 3 weeks

[SunshineCA]

You're welcome!

[lilywinsit]

Hello to you Hannah, welcome to this awesome site. I know you will find what you need here.