As long as it's in a healthy way! Really, I don't know if I'm the stronger person and really I don't think it's a matter of strength. Too many people think not overeating or sticking to a diet is about strength and hardness but over the years I've found it's really a lack of compassion for one's self that is getting in the way. Like MNJ said earlier, you've got to learn to love yourself. That's easier said than done in a society where we (especially women) are brainwashed to constantly "think of others," "sacrifice" and "not be selfish" all at the expense of ourselves. 
To get a handle on things, meaning get on an even keel with you emotions (and thus your eating) you've got to get in touch with yourself and that means thinking about YOU! So if you want to call that selfish then fine, so be it. Selfish is GOOD!
You're starting to do that by taking a look at your emotions, Carolyn, so good for you! It may be a long process so don't become impatient or think you're not making progress. Keep it up and keep us posted. 
You made me realize a lot of things. And you are correct about society, we need to think about ourselves for a change! I will admit I tried to change myself for a lot of people, and that is completely wrong. It's time to be selfish, 
Hurrah for me! 
Yikes!
I don't know. I guess I'm bored with it but if I don't do it I'm still afraid I'll pig out on sugar. Ok, you can do it!! Go me! 
to you on Day 1!! That's fantastic!! And, by the way, I'm glad you found us. MNJ and myself it seems are the only oldtimers around these days. We always welcome new blood so glad to have you with us! God, that sounds like we're a bunch of vampires! That looks like a tough challenge to me, the 1200 calories. If I only ate that much I'd be keeling over light-headed (she says wondering why the scale doesn't budge). You've got a buddy/rival in cherryxdoom. Good luck! 
Interesting name, sounds like we have a heavy metal group in the making. 
