I've been in a slow losing phase for months, happy at the overall result but wanting the scale to move more.

I keep plugging on, doing what I'm suppose to and trying new things but still sit just beyond goal.

Stresses from losing my job and my husband losing his. Deciding to go back to school (after 25 years) and taking placement test has taken a toll on my mind and eating habits. (Not eating enough) Knowing I can do things better I add stress to everything thinking I'm not doing my best.

Then I go to the Drs. They look at my blood work, weight loss rate and say...wow you're doing really well. You're ahead of the game, you shouldn't have hit this weight loss amount till 11-12 months out.

How we perceive things most of the time is not reality. Learning to not be so hard on ourselves is hard. Learning to see myself how others see me is also hard. I need to take a deep breath and realize it's not as bad as it may seem and keep going.

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Edited August 10, 201610 yr by cindyw41

"How we perceive things most of the time is not reality. Learning to not "be so hard on ourselves is hard. Learning to see myself how others see me is also hard. I need to take a deep breath and realize it's not as bad as it may seem and keep going. " This is so true. I need to print it out and tape it to my computer. I hope things get better for you and your hubby. I am glad you are doing well with your weight loss journey.

And to add to my great Drs visit..I passed the college assessment tests today and was accepted into the Medical Assistant program.. Classes begin in January! Here's to a completely new career

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

Congrats on passing the testing and thanks for posting. I need to read this, probably on a regular basis.