Do you reward yourself for weight loss milestones?

Kat817 · August 11, 2008

Several of the women on the board began the WLS by buying themselves a charm Bracelet, and for every so many pounds they add a charm.

Personally, I didn't do it by how much weight was lost, I would find something I really liked, and as soon as it fit, I would buy it!! I refused to buy it in the current size. A couple of times it was sold by the time I would have fit, but that happens!!! I would find another item.

Right now I have my eye on a new leather jacket!!! If it fits when I hit my goal, I will buy it----if not, then I keep working til it does or til it is gone!!!

My DH told me he was going to buy it for my B-day this weekend, I told him he was to do no such thing!!! LOL

When I get to where I am happy with my weight, whether that is my goal, or a few pounds less, I am taking a weekend getaway with my DH to Celebrate. Although we seem to be doing a lot of celebrating!!!

Kat

Jachut · August 12, 2008

Ah, here's where I admit to my charm Bracelet habit.

I got a Pandora bracelet for my 40th last year. Are those as huge there as they are here?

Anyway, the plan was that people would buy me a bead for every special occasion, it would do for birthdays and Christmases for a few years to come.

Um, it was filled in 4 months *shamefaced*. I simply couldnt wait. Bugger waiting till I'd lost a pound, lol!

aclubb · August 13, 2008

What I did was take my goal weight at one year post op then divided it to see what # I should be at each month in order to get to my first year's goal. I am going to weigh myself each month and if I hit the goal, I get a "prize". The first few are small like $25 of work out clothes, new make up, etc. The bigger ones are like laser hair removal and lasik eye surgery is the final reward. I tried to make sure they are all supporting my weight loss or something specifically for ME!

Apples2 · August 13, 2008

I decided at the beginning of this journey that when (not if) I reach goal, I would buy a tanning bed to put in my workout room. I am not a tanning junky but I do love having somewhat of a tan and I find it very relaxing. I cannot lay out in the sun (I get a rash).

I have bought a few clothes. I do not use them as a current reward but as a future reward. It's just another kick in the butt to keep going and fit into them. The clothes I bought are for winter and a size smaller than I wear now. All four tops that I bought were more expensive than I would usually spend but it keeps me going thinking about fitting into them.

Also, my husband said he would pay for a Tummy Tuck if I needed one at when I get to goal. Sure hope I don't but will wait a year and then decide. I love that guy!