beachplum

My fantasy weight is 135, but I know I would be thrilled with 145. ???? I am 5' 5"

Whatever the answer is, it's self sabotage and it has to be stopped! I'm doing a pretty good job at identifying it before it gets way out of control and I start gaining. Whoever said this was the easy way out has no idea of the reality and how hard it really is.

I am going through the same thing. I haven't hit goal yet, but I am close. I had surgery 10 months ago and have lost 139 pounds so far. For the last month or so, I've been letting myself have popcorn and a few bagels. It's such a slippery slope, and it has stopped my weight loss in its tracks. I can't help but wonder if I'm suddenly eating these foods again not because they're my favorite, but because so many people have made such a big deal about my loss (in a positive way) that maybe psychologically I don't like the attention? I have read that people like myself get big to hide behind it. And now that I'm getting attention, I'm uncomfortable with it. I don't know for sure that's the answer, but it's a theory. Even on my wedding day I didn't care to be the center of attention. So I might be onto something.

Posting one day early....weight: 187

I was depressed at first, but it does definitely pass. I think that honestly, I missed eating. It was comfort for me. And without that shield I was forced to see things I was denying, or things that I covered up with food. For me it passed.

189.4 today

I stayed the same this week. Better luck next week!

My start weight for today is 191. My goal weight is 179. Thanks Susan!!!

Count me in! My goal is 179 Thanks for doing these! It really helps keep me motivated!!!

I was also sleeved in May 2014, and my weight loss has seriously stalled since before Christmas. It's making me crazy. I know I need to eat less carbs though. I know that will make a huge difference if I do.

I didn't hit goal this time. 191.8 was my final. Bummer. This was much more difficult than the other challenges for me. Oh well! I will do better on the next one!

191.8 today

Gained a pound - 195 this week. Too much celebrating the Patriots Super Bowl win!! I need to buckle down. January was a difficult month for me in terms of eating carbs.

194 today. This challenge has been harder for me since it's been a long cold winter, I feel like I've been home more and eating more comfort type foods = carbs! I'm going to buckle down this coming week and eliminate them!

194 today. This challenge has been harder for me since it's been a long cold winter, I feel like I've been home more and eating more comfort type foods = carbs! I'm going to buckle down this coming week and eliminate them!

194 today. This challenge has been harder for me since it's been a long cold winter, I feel like I've been home more and eating more comfort type foods = carbs! I'm going to buckle down this coming week and eliminate them!

194 today. This challenge has been harder for me since it's been a long cold winter, I feel like I've been home more and eating more comfort type foods = carbs! I'm going to buckle down this coming week and eliminate them!

I am 8 months out from surgery, and for me, when I eat too many carbs, I get head hunger. For me it's my mind telling me I want to eat this or that (usually carbs, and not protein and fruits & veggies). When I am careful with my carbs, I stay on my plan much easier. Head hunger is very real, and for me, only controlled when I stay away from too many carbs.

195.4 today

Stayed the same this week....197.8

Weight today 197 Goal for this challenge 185

I can honestly say that this was the best thing I have ever done for myself. I wouldn't change it for anything. My weight before the 3 week liquid diet was 328. My weight at surgery was 305. I am 7 and 1/2 months out and I currently weigh 197. I feel so much better. I am only sorry that I didn't do it sooner. It has changed my relationship with my husband for the better - it has changed my whole life! I am happy for you that you made this decision for yourself - you will not regret it!! Best of luck to you!

Thank you Susan for doing this! It is such a motivation for me! My goal is 185

I am posting one day early for the end of the challenge because we have a busy day tomorrow. I stayed the same at 198.6. I am just thrilled! I hit my goal (199) and I made it to onederland after many, many years of trying! Happy New Year to all!!! HW: 328 SW: 305 GW: 135 Weight today: 198.6 Total weight lost: 129.4

Merry Christmas everyone!!! I got the greatest Christmas gift I could have ever received this year....I am officially in onederland!!!!!!! 198.6 today!!!! I am thrilled beyond belief!!! I hope everyone had a great day!