What Keeps YOU going?

[enjoythetime 1,457]

Just wondering what's the one thing that keeps you going???? When you're down, or have had a rough day, or maybe you didn't lose as much as you hoped, or maybe you gained, or, or, or...... There's no wrong answer and there's no reason for my question other than to make us all think about why we're where we are and what brought us to this point and continues to be our driving force.

My motivation is my family! I can do sooo much more now then I could 10 months ago and when your kids notice and say wow mom you weren't always able to do that. My wonderful husband who's been so supportive through this whole process, tells me how beautiful I am all the time (which he's always done) but I hear it differently now, I actually acknowledge it and say thanks, instead of, oh you're just saying that because you have to.

One of the greatest things.......Is when I'm starving and I go to set down for dinner, I fix my plate at the recommend portions thinking oh this isn't gonna do it today, and then, it does:-) What a great feeling!!!!

That's all! I hope everyone has a WONDERFUL DAY!!!!

[SillyAuntDi 1,610]

It's being able to live the life I always wanted. I'm planning vacations that I wouldn't have dreamed of one or two years ago. My friends have started noticing that I don't get "winded" just walking to the car in the parking lot. It's a great feeling

[Bandista 7,466]

Nice post, thanks! Keeping me going is the realization that I am succeeding at losing weight and if I just keep doing what I'm doing I will be able to put behind me years of being overweight. I am looking forward to being healthy and comfortable in my body. It's such a pleasure getting away from the food-centered life and focusing on other things, like exercise and just having fun.

[terrydumont46 1,954]

sometimes I wonder just why I did this. my health although in some ways is improved 100% especially diabetes. but as my health issues continue to hit me I am so thankful that my weight loss is helping with each and every problem that arises. if I didn't have the band i'm sure I would have eaten myself from the pity I feel each and every time the doctor finds yet another problem. so I am reminded all the time my love for wt. loss. it has to be helping in the long run.

[smpin1176 84]

Too many reasons to list. But the superficial side is the clothes. I constantly stop in my favorite store to try on the next size smaller. Even if they don't fit because I know one day they will. Like today!!!

[chasingadream 1,311]

My family, feeling better physically/mentally about myself…and lately….seeing myself in a picture…something I used to dread.

Feeling really blessed!

[jamilyne 102668 1,207]

What keeps me motivated is my family too. I am also able to do more than I have in a long time. A lot of my aches and pains are almost gone. I am able to walk long distances with no problem at all. I am very happy with my decision. It's really starting to change my life.

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

i found out i was going to be a grandma and it got me started to do something (serious and forever)........and this little angel is now what keeps me going.....just turned 2......i hope her is as proud of her meme as i am of her...

[Jim1967 3,569]

I could provide you with a list that would knock this thread into several pages but the root of it all is in this picture....I NEVER EVER want to be that again. I was a prisoner inside of my own skin...

[HealthyNewMe 1,935]

I could provide you with a list that would knock this thread into several pages but the root of it all is in this picture....I NEVER EVER want to be that again. I was a prisoner inside of my own skin...

Jim..... I have a picture in my men's size XXXL Saints football shirt and God's honest truth.....that is my motivation too. I was floored when my daughter took the picture and mailed it to me. It's as if I had never SEEN MYSELF. I too was a prisoner inside my own skin. My days consisted of eating, sleeping, and watching TV. I was headed quickly to be featured on my 600 pound life. One day I will post my "WHAT IS THAT????" picture..... But I need help with that from my 14 year old... LOL

[sleepingarby 71]

There several "me" reasons that are quite similar to everyone else's but I thought I'd throw this one in the mix just to say something different: the look that will be on my ex- husband's face when he sees me after I've lost 50 lbs. "Can't touch this!" LOL

[Lady VS 1,147]

The fact that I'm in a small size in clothes. Compliments on how great I look and the fact that I don't get out of breath from walking, climbing stairs, etcetera.

[Ladybandito 516]

Getting out of the shower and wrapping the towel around me --ALL the way around me and then some. Wearing my size 6 jeans and buying clothes off the rack. Having my boobs be the first thing to touch when I hug my husband. Being the first one to hop out of a chair when something is needed. Being able to walk for miles, and capable of running the same (if a bear was chasing me!). Hearing my husband say, you look great in old jeans and a tee shirt (when I'm looking for something to wear), and I believe him. Not having to wear the CPAP anymore. Running after my grand kids and rolling on the floor with them. Oh, so much keeps me motivated every day!

[Jim1967 3,569]

Not having to wear the CPAP anymore.

Wow, I completely forgotten about my CPAP. I haven't worn it in about a year now. I hate that I forget some of my past like that. I wish I had written more when I was at my lowest. I wish I had written a letter to my future self to help me remember the smaller details. I have pictures and lingering memories but things like a CPAP and how restless my sleep used to be is a good one to think about.

[Jim1967 3,569]

I could provide you with a list that would knock this thread into several pages but the root of it all is in this picture....I NEVER EVER want to be that again. I was a prisoner inside of my own skin...

Jim..... I have a picture in my men's size XXXL Saints football shirt and God's honest truth.....that is my motivation too. I was floored when my daughter took the picture and mailed it to me. It's as if I had never SEEN MYSELF. I too was a prisoner inside my own skin. My days consisted of eating, sleeping, and watching TV. I was headed quickly to be featured on my 600 pound life. One day I will post my "WHAT IS THAT????" picture..... But I need help with that from my 14 year old... LOL

It amazing when you have wow moment isn't it? Last weekend I was helping my wife do her Mother's (she's disabled) laundry. Apparently, some of my old 6x T shirts got handed down to my mother in law to wear as night gowns. Anyway, I was folding one and thought jeez this is a huge shirt. I looked closer at it and realized it used to be mine and one I wore on a weekly basis!!