misstrish1976's Journal, 13 Nov 10

Don't be embarassed hun. There's nothing to hide or to feel shameful about. This is what this site is for, this is what the other people that are on this site are going thru. We have all felt this feeling that you're speaking of. You have to hit a bottem, a wake up point. Now its time to work on fixing the problem :] that's all we can do. Welcome to the site! I hope ot helps you in your journy!! 

Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement. It makes me feel so good not to be judged so harshly, like in the real world. :) 

You know, it's tough to see that number pop up, but here's where you have the advantage: you want to do something about your health, and you have taken a huge step toward your goal today. I was too ashamed to put my original weight on here, especially since all of my weight gain happened within 3 years and I'm supposed to be "the healthiest I'll ever be" considering my age. You're brave, and I find that pretty darn inspiring. Also, you may have noticed this, but I think it's worth pointing out...look how many calories you burned in relation to how many calories you ate. That's spectacular! It takes me 3 days to create that type of deficit! This is gonna make it so much easier for you to lose the initial weight. The hard part is the last few pounds. :) Keep working at this, and make sure you take measurements of your waist, chest, stomach, etc. (In areas that you can easily remeasure accurately). It's even more satisfying than the scale measurements, because even if the numbers on the scale stay the same for a while, the tape measure will tell you how much fat you've lost. God bless you and keep you motivated. :) 

Don't be ashamed at all! Just own it and accept it and push through it to conquer it. There's beauty in the breakdown as the song says. When I started in may I decided full honesty to myself and the world was a must. So I owned the fact that I was 532.4 pounds. I'm now 394.4 pounds and growing everyday emotionally as I shrink physically. Just remember that: for each pound you lose you will learn alittle more about yourself. This journey is much more emotional and mental then it is physical. The physical part is easy, it's the mind that's the tough part. Good luck to you and if you ever need a buddy or friend shoot me a pm!  

Thanks, guys! You've made me smile tonight and, for that, I'm grateful! I've been having a very, very hard time lately so it means alot. :) 

I'm glad you can smile! And you are very welcome! It gets easier trust me! Just keep strong and WANT it!!  

Hi Trish. That first step is a huge one, I know exactly what you mean. My scale only goes to 500 and when I started I knew that I was off the scale. That fact just made the first day I could register an actual weight all the more meaningful for me. Think positively. Your starting weight is just the first mile marker down the road to weight loss, better health, and looking and feeling fantastic. For me, I felt embarrassed too; but it's even a stronger feeling when you have actual confirmation that your weight is going down or at very least not going up. I relish in those little achievements and you will too, now that you know your actual weight. Don't be ashamed to post honestly in your journal. If you're thinking it, someone on this forum (probably most of us) have thought it too; and I've found it a great help to hear from others. Keep on smiling and keep on moving forward. Never look back!  

Wow! I never knew that so many people could understand EXACTLY how I feel!! It makes me feel like I fit in, for the first time. Thank you, thank you, thank you!! 

I'm in it with you-- we can do it!! For us and for our kids!! I love you girlfriend!!! 

Amber, if you weren't in it with me, I wouldn't be able to do it. Thanks for being my bff!! I love you!