Please take it from me, it's been 50 lbs so far!!! I've been on adkins since 1/19/02. I took a 6 month break (just maintenance) and started back again. It a long road, but so worth it.

You can't imagine how hard it is to adjust to this weight loss. Slow is defintely better. There are so many psychological issues associated with losing weight. Denial, not wanting to let go of your comfort clothes, accept compliments (very hard at first), looking in the mirror and not being sure if you really lost weight. Denial, Denial and more denial. Please take your time and accept the small losses. You need this time mentally. So that you will not go back to your old eating habits. This truly has to become a way of life. You need that time to make mental adjustments. Relax, love yourself and take your time. Good Luck!!