Newbies, oldies, & in betweenies - Think Positive!!

[hopejoy]

Great story Betty, Congratulations on all the little successes that add up to a huge success story! yah! Thanks so much for sharing.
liz

[imagood1]

Whenever I even think I'm going to have a down day I make sure to read postings from the people (like Betty) who have gone before us and who have the wisdom to help those of us who are just starting, or starting again. These are the posts that keep my spirits up and my mind wanting to go forward.

Thank you to Betty and all the "Betty's" out there that give us so much inspiration.

Carole

[Sunny_0ne]

I am over 50 and it gets harder to lose that weight the older you are. It is usually easier for men to lose than women, and so I had the double whammy there. However I did it and I continue to do it each and everyday of my life. I choose to eat healthy, exercise, and take care of ME because "I am worth it." You are also worth it, and you have to make a choice each day for yourself. You can do this but I want you to remember that if something is worth doing, it is worth doing right. There are no shortcuts. I mean none. This takes works and effort on your part. A positive attitude is always best, and a smile not a frown.

Betty, I'm 60 and have had to rethink how long it will take me to lose my weight. I WAS in a hurry, but realize that kind of thinking will defeat me.

I needed to be reminded that this is a daily choice... and it's all about one day at a time.

I just changed my ticker to a turtle... to remind me that slow and steady is what it's all about.

I REALLY appreciate your story!!!!

[Sunny_0ne]

Betty, I just read your story again. It really resonates with me. Such gritty determination and perseverance!

Thank you for the encouragement and the assurance that stalls are nothing to be discouraged by.

Sorry for the double post. I just posted a link for a newbie who is off to a slow start, and the story affected me as powerfully as the first time I read it.

[pennylee]

Hi - this is my second day of Induction and after reading your story I had to tell you that it is very inspiring and down to earth. I appreciate you sharing the positives (being even that you did not gain!) Thank you so much!

[Alice J]

Learning about these boards... I've posted this as a new thread. I hope to see some replies!