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NSV's - Non Scale Victories - A tip for newbies



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Hi. I recently hit a major plateau and was looking for something to feel good about/keep me motivated/celebrate, since the numbers on the scale were certainly not moving. I remembered that I had taken my measurements when I began my journey. I dug out the card where I had written them down and measured again. (bust, waist, hips, thighs, calves, neck, and upper arms). I had lost a total of 28.75 inches. Suddenly I felt better.

If you are new and have not measured yourself - do it. Good luck to anyone who is just beginning this wonderful process!!! Becky

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YAY!!, that is a great NSV..I think the NSV threads are the best motivators!! Keep up the GREAT work!!!

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I wish I had taken measurements but I don't have a measuring tape and never think to buy one when I am out shopping. However, I had a NSV today. I fit into a pair of pants that I have not fit into in years...I thought I would just share.

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Hi. Thank you for sharing. It's so nice when those things happen, and they seem to happen when we really need them. This road we are on is a bumpy one and it's easy to get discouraged. We have to find things to keep us motivated, focused on our goal, and smiling. Way to go!!! Keep up the good work - you're doing great!!!! Becky

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Your right when you say that "they seem to happen when we really need them." I am waiting with anticipation for Tuesday to get my first fill. Two weeks ago I went to the doctor and told him I was not ready for a fill yet because I had just started eating regular food 4 days earlier. Two days later all my restriction went away and I have only lost about 3 pounds in the last month. As soon as I started eating mushies the weight loss slowed down a lot. So getting into these pants on and knowing that I will soon lose more weight makes a world of difference.

Thank you for your support.

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