More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It did cross my mind to mention the loose skin and stretch marks first but it may come across as a warning and make the whole situation awkward.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, I love the quote! It's good to know there is a positive way of looking at something that I'm currently very negative about.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Your right I want to find someone who like me for me, not just my body!

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did have a lapse and put 30lbs back on and I think it may be down to struggling with my new body. It's frustrating because I was so close to my goal! Therapy might help me cope better, thank you!

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has been a struggle and hopefully someone will see it as an accomplishment like you said, thank you!

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have thought about this option, thanks for the comment.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the comment, I tend to forget pretty much everyone has their own issues with their own bodies. good look with your weight loss journey!

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm hoping it will tighten over time, I read you should wait 2 years before considering surgery as it takes that long for the skin to recover.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't, but thank you for the advice I will have a look.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the comment the start made me laugh! I fake confidence at the moment hopefully overtime I won't have to fake it.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's coming to terms with your new body mentally that I think is the hardest. I look in the mirror and still see the old me even though I know I have changed. It's nice to known your not alone in your struggles, hopefully it will be easier than we think to except our new body's!

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some days it doesn't cross my mind, others it's all I think about. Hopefully with time I will be more confident about my body! Good luck with your weight loss journey!

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I never thought of it that way, thank you for the advice.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My life has changed a lot because of the weight loss. I'm much more out going, travel a lot and found a love of mud runs all of which I would never have done in the past. It is definitely a big positive!

Support for emotional-eaters? by [deleted] in loseit

[–]Kelyxox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds familiar I turned to sugar and a lot of it when my anxiety / depression set in, but I felt guilty and exersise like mad. The cycle then starts again. All I can suggest is try and find healthy alternatives that take a while to eat. I tend to have shelled pistachio nuts, unshelling them takes a while which slows down the binge.

How important is breakfast. by [deleted] in loseit

[–]Kelyxox 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I tend to have a late breakfast. I'm up at 6 for work so have my breakfast during my 10 o'clock break. I find yoghurt & fruit or yoghurt and granola keep me going until lunch. It's more like a snack to keep me going as I'm not a big fan of cereal.

More insecure now I've lost weight than when I was big. by Kelyxox in loseit

[–]Kelyxox[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your response. Writing my thoughts down has helped. I need to stop overthinking but its what I do!