New wanted to say hi

[Roise]

Hi...
Would just like to introduce myself.
I have not really tried atkins, though I have been reading quite a while. I have lost some weight, not a lot.

I guess what is motivating me at the moment is the realization that because of my weight I have been hiding, not wanting to go out, not wanting to be seen. It is really restricting my life and I would like to change that.

I am also getting a bit older, 40, and I would like to have better health.

I also used to be a reasonably attractive girl and today I saw a photo of myself OMG.

Anyway, I hope to continue learning here and make some progress.

Nice to meet all of you.

[sallyseachange]

Hello Roise.... welcome! We're glad you decided to do Atkins along with us.
I'm sure you'll soon be feeling much more like going out and about again, with a new trimmer figure and a higher energy level.
The board is a wonderful place for friendship, support, inspiration.... and there's lots going on too. Challenges, journals, recipes, good low carb info. Have a roam around and see.

How about joining the board wide No Scale Challenge which starts on the 21st. You weigh, then put the scale away for a couple of weeks, which is a help in averting that scale dependence that can happen right at the start (or at any other time really). If you're interested, the link is: http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...1&page=1&pp=10 (Weigh? No Way! Challenge #2 ~ A Board Wide Challenge)

Do keep us updated as to your progress. We're all interested and happy to help wherever we can.

[eightisenuff]

Hi Rosie,

I am new at this also and I am on day 4. I can totally relate to what your feelings are. I feel heavy and undesirable. I don't feel like socializing much. I am ready to take charge of my weight and health. I am also almost 40 and I promised myself after my last child #5, that I would be in the best shape of my life by the time I am 40. Childbearing is over and time to start taking care of me. So here I am and here we are doing it will support.

[Roise]

Thanks!
I am happy to be here.

[sillygirl]

Hi Roise! Welcome to the board.

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