Thu, Dec-05-02, 09:40
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Plan: Atkins
Stats: 286/261/160
BF:BMI43.5%/39.7%/24%
Progress: 20%
Location: Florida
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Hello and Welcome to the forum!
I really understand what you are saying. I don't feel nearly as fat as I am. I go through each day feeling pretty good and this 32 pound loss makes me feel wonderful! But when I pass a mirror or see a picture of myself - I am totally shocked by how big I really am. I just don't feel that big.
I believe it is a positive sign in many ways. My self-esteem is overall pretty good, and I like my body and the way I look in general. I consider myself an attractive woman. I love my reddish hair and green eyes. Having these positive feelings about ourselves regardless of the weight can really help us I think. Because, we care about ourselves and generally approve of ourselves. We can treat ourselves well and stay on this WOL because we know we are worth it!
I can understand the fear of being complacent, however. If I am happy with myself now, why should I do this? That is when I really think about my health. I am sure not getting any younger. I want to be like my parents in retirement, active and fit. Over the last 20 years, there has been a lot of positive things in the media about BBW (fat, LOL). There are great clothing stores, special magazines, etc. I am not sure this has been a completely positive thing. Our heart, bones, and other organs don't care about positive BBW images. Fat kills, and that is a fact. I remind myself of that when I become overly "happy" with my weight loss. I have a long way to go. Cindi
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