A lesson I've learned is to never become over confident in this journey.

I've had many great losses over the years at times of upwards of 70lbs but I put that weight back on because when I was nearing my goal I was so full of myself and my newfound confidence that I thought I could get away with not keeping track of my calories any longer and eat whatever I wanted and it would be no problem I would get right back on track.

I was...so successful!

After all.

Yes indeed allowing overconfidence into my mindset was a mistake everytime I've done it.

This journey should be one that a person can live with for life and it should be something that is taken very seriously where you always keep your eyes on the prize that being your goal weight and never get over confident. Always stay determined and be as consistent as possible.

I'll just list mine, because it's so much easier.

1. Fell into countless fad diets. The following were:

- slim fast: Gained everything plus 15 lbs back. The amount of calories in a day went anywhere from 800 to only about 1100, if I was "pigging out." Also, it got pretty damn expensive and it kept me from socializing with friends during lunch. (Reason being, I'd be done in a matter of 5 minutes as opposed to everyone just taking their time, eating and talking.)

- Diet Pills: Long story short, it fucked up my kidneys and liver.

- Low Carb Diet: Keto breath made the guys want to puke, so ummm yah... that was out the door in a matter of a month.

2. Losing weight to impress a guy (Bah, I was young and stupid.)
3. Giving myself a deadline to reach a certain goal... once it was met, I'd end up regaining it all back and plus some. (in other words, looking at things short term wise)


If anything, for the first time in my life I feel in control and happy. Hell, I eat more than ever before while "dieting," I've grown to love cooking healthy meals, and I love the hell out of exercise. Also... my ass gets lots of compliments. That was just an added bonus for me, because I was thinking out loud. LOL!

-Sheryl

You have no ass Sheryl.

this one is a tough one... and I am inclined to agree with it - I don't think what I did yesterday is relevant so what i've lost til now isn't important the only thing I care about is today and tomorrow... yesterdays is gone in a heartbeat but it's the consistancy that was mentioned above that keeps me going forward...

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Originally Posted by Steve You have no ass Sheryl.

Yes I do. It's called Steve.


Now get back on topic, you ass!

1. Thinking that weight loss is an inconvenience instead of seeing it for what it really is: living a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle that makes you feel and perform better.

2. Thinking is exercise is boring and that it is merely a mean to an end. Now I realize how important exercise is and I can't imagine myself without it, fat or slim.

3. Thinking that losing weight requires depriving yourself from all of the food you love. I eat all I want, I only make sure to remain within my calorie limit. Also thinking that you need to be constantly hungry is to lose weight.

4. Going on a low-carb "diet" that made me feel like hell. I'm so glad I found this forum and its wonderful people.

#1. Drinking alcohol!
#2. Smoking Ganja!
#3. Doing both at the same time!
#4. Buying junk....if you do make it "wholesome junk" and preferably in already-portioned containers.
#5. Not eating much in the beginning of the day.....oh man
#6. Having a "fuck it" attitude for too long before getting back in the saddle.
#7. Staying off WLF for too long
and a bunch of the ones already mentioned......