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Thank you SO much for the kind words everyone! It's been a tough 8 months or so, but the benefits have TOTALLY outweighed the sacrifices! I still have another 20 or so pounds I'd like to lose and I'll post pics again when there's been a significant enough change.
Kandi, you asked about mini-goals...I totally believe in them. My first reward was a haircut when I got to 175, my second was a dessert...which I probably should explain that. My 2nd mini goal was to be in the one-sixties by Easter. My reward/incentive for that was that I could have ONE Easter dessert. Normally I don't cheat with sugar (my vices are bread and pasta) so I knew I wouldn't relaps back into a sugar coma or something! That's why I allowed the dessert as my reward.
My third mini-goal was to get to 155 by the end of May. I didn't have a specific reward in mind, and didn't end up making that mini-goal until June 12th. But I did get a new haircut around that time, so I guess it counts for my reward!
I think when I get down to 145 (my final goal), I'm gonna go all out and get new clothes. Hopefully that will be around the same time school is starting in the fall, so it should be attainable! We'll see I guess!
My final thoughts on mini-goals would be that you should make them REASONABLE. Some of mine I put a time-cap on, others I just made the goal a specific weight, for example 175. Didn't matter when I got there, just as long as I eventually did! I think it helps make you proud of yourself, and reminds you that you really can achieve your goals. Plus if you have a lot to lose, it doesn't seem quite as overwhelming, seeing as you have several smaller accomplishments along the way. |
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| Wow!!! Your pictures are amazing!!! I cannot wait to start posting updates!!! |
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Wed Aug 03, 2005 10:30 pm |
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| You look terrific! Congratulations. :) |
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Wed Aug 03, 2005 11:52 pm |
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New pics! Well, one new pic...I think it shows my weight loss nicely, especially the face.
Christmas 04, 190 pounds
September 05, 155 pounds
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Wed Oct 05, 2005 8:38 pm |
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| Wonderful progress! You're very inspiring to those of us who started within the last month or so. Congratulations! |
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Wed Oct 05, 2005 9:03 pm |
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OMG Jannah!!
What a nice surprise when I opened my inbox.
You look like a totally new person......
You have come so far, CONGRATS!!!!!
This calls for some heavy duty shopping, LOL.
Talk to you soon
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Wed Oct 05, 2005 11:41 pm |
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Thu Oct 06, 2005 7:09 pm |
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| Wow!!! You look great! What an inspiration!!! I started at 199, and I want to get down to 150 - I can see what difference it'll make!!!!! Tell me, how have others responded, friends, guys, etc??? |
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Mon Oct 24, 2005 2:09 pm |
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| GREAT!! Not only have you lost bunches of weight but your complexion is just beautiful! :D :D |
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Mon Oct 24, 2005 6:00 pm |
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| WOW ! you look fabulous !!! Nice work ! :D |
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Tue Oct 25, 2005 12:38 am |
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Wow! What a shock to find new comments here! I'll try to respond to everyone...
Victorita: We pretty much have the same goals! You should definitely check out my journal in the journal section since we seem to be kindred spirits. People who know me have noticed a change...they tell me all the time how great I look. It's the best though when I see friends/family I haven't seen in a while...to them it looks like I've lost a ton of weight (which I have) all at once (which I haven't, but oh well!) About guys...well I'm still working on that one! I'd like to say I've noticed a difference but I'm still very self conscious about the way my body looks, and I'm shy...one day I'll find Mr. Right!! ;)
MichelleW: Thank you for your kind words! Honestly I've had bad skin forever, and I was on Accutane for 6 months in order to clear it up. It worked for me, but it's not for everyone. I do attribute the healthy glow to SBD though!!
SBfae: Thanks for the compliments! I love looking at my b/a shots because it's only then that I see how far I have really come.
Keeep up the great work everybody!! We're all in this together! |
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Tue Oct 25, 2005 2:10 am |
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You look absolutely wonderful. Keep up the great work.
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Tue Oct 25, 2005 2:48 pm |
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| Wow, amazing! You look wonderful and your complexion looks fab! Must be all the healthy eating!! Way to go!!! |
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Tue Oct 25, 2005 5:07 pm |
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You look awesome! You are so inspiring!!!!!!!!!
Dacia :-) |
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Tue Oct 25, 2005 8:25 pm |
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