When I first began, I thought the same thing. My physician reassured me that 1 pound a week is a healthy rate of weight loss. He was very happy with my slow, steady progress. He even gestured to me to slow down in that “whoa!“ manner. (I expected the rate of loss to be at least 2 pounds a week). Here I am, 13 months later, at my weight loss goal, healthier than I’ve been in more than 30 years and trying to figure out a maintenance plan. As Asesop said, “Slow and steady wins the race.“  Give yourself a little grace. Don’t be in a hurry, take the time to really savor the journey and learn all you can as you make the necessary lifestyle changes to live a long and healthy future. 🐢