Oh, how easily we sabotage ourselves...

[leebick 448]

I had a huge epiphany this morning. While I feel like I will never lose this weight, I know I will. I lost 2 more pounds, and if that is all I lose in a week or two, it's still pretty good. I don't have to lose every single day to know that I am succeeding. All I have to do is stay on the program, and my body will do the rest! Thanks to all of you for taking the time to give me words of wisdom and support.

Two pounds a week will take you to your goal pretty quickly, though! I have to admit, I am worried about being in your position. Although I didn't have to follow as rigorous a protocol as you did, my surgery has been postponed twice now, so I've done the 2 week liquid only pre-op diet twice: 13 days the first time, 9 the second time my surgery was postponed. I made it a goal to not regain the weight (down 36 pounds since January)while waiting for surgery, so I've been trying to stick to 2 or 3 Protein shakes during the day and a dinner of Protein and salad/low carb veggies. Now I'm wondering if I should loosen up a bit and eat a little more- maybe more like Atkins induction- so my body doesn't kick into starvation mode and slow down on the weight loss. I totally understand how you feel about not dropping weight miraculously, like so many others. Just stay on the eating plan, keep exercising, move forward- it's gonna happen!!

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Stay off the scale if it's bothering you. Measure your success by how your clothes feel. Remember, you can lose inches without pounds.

Also. Find a pair of leggings and a tank top. Put them on and have someone take your picture, front, back and both sides. Do this from the same distance once per week.

Best comparison shots ever. I say black pants and white tank because these are basics and easy to find as you shrink out of your originals.