What Was It That Made the Difference For You?

[Cyn777]

Hi All,

I was thinking about why this is a different place for me - where the surety of what I'm doing hit, and that I know I'll get it done this time around.

It wasn't an emotional wall, or a point of exceeding frustration. There is just a calm assurance that now is the time, this is the place and that this will be the beginning of lasting success. Something shifted and maybe it was a culmination of things...

What about you? We know what we want and why- health, better looks, family, etc.... but that was true for us 10 months ago too. Why now and why this for you?

I'm looking forward to the inspiration of your answers.

Blessings!

Cyn

Starting Weight: 260
First Goal: 200

Oregon

[Jules]

Wow, this one is kinda tough to answer! For me there are a few things
1) I was unhappy. I've come to face that a lot of my unhappiness with life was really unhappiness with myself. The more I disliked my looks and appearance the more everything around me started to unravel.

2) I tried on wedding dresses. I'm getting married next June so I have a set goal timeframe, non-negotiable, this is it moment.

3) It felt like a last chance. It's my last year in grad school where I have free access to a gym and all sorts of classes and resources. Part of me felt like if I couldn't do it now with all these resources, I'd never be able to overcome the challenges I faced. I might as well make the most of what I have access to since I've realized I won't have this forever.

Great Question - Hope I answered this appropriately. It is a lot of things combined, but no matter what gets you here, it's good to want to take better care of yourself. Cheers!
~Jules

[Patty_Ann]

Cyn...it is funny that you say that you were at peace when you made the decision to change your life. I feel the exact same - it was just MY time. I have always put my husband and children ahead of myself and I have come to realize that they are happier when I am a happy person. I have changed my life for the better in so many ways...my first step was to care for myself. I am so much happier now that I have lost almost 50 lbs and that I know that I have the willpower to say no to junk food and sitting on my butt all day and yes to healthy foods and exercise. I have changed the way my entire family eats, too...the kids are eating healthier - they make better choices, too. I am very proud to say that my children are very active in sports and I am able to participate with them instead of just watch them from the sidelines. My husband is extremely proud of me, too - my children are my number one fans though. They cheer me on as I lose each pound...it is so cute!

Good ? - I enjoyed answering it.

[Cyn777]

Great Question - Hope I answered this appropriately. It is a lot of things combined, but no matter what gets you here, it's good to want to take better care of yourself. Cheers!
~Jules[/quote]

I think every answer is the appropriate one - it's yours! The great thing about the show is that it's people's stories and successes that make the difference and encourage me! What you said about taking advantage of resouces is powerful, really. It's a "grown up" reason, if you know what I mean. You're not look at excuses to fail, but reasons to succeed.

Thanks Jules!

Cyn

Starting Weight: 162
Current Weight: 160
First Goal: 200
Ultimate Goal: 160

[Cyn777]

Good ? - I enjoyed answering it.[/quote]

Yes good!

SO many people don't have support at home but sabbotage! I remeber a friend telling me what a wonderful thing it was to finally be able to sit on an amusement park ride with her daughter for the first time!

These are courageous decisions we make - they're public, we're "out" so to speak. Things that remain in darkness grow, things that are in the light lose their power.

Good on you!!

Cyn