I've lost 76 lbs since August, two dress sizes that's it. Believe me, you can't really see it unless I step on a scale or something
It's very disheartening, especially when you add the thirty pounds I lost pre surgery on top of that.
Wow!! That is a terrific accomplishment!! Congratulations! The visual stimulation related to overeating is EVERYWHERE. People who have never struggled with such things do not understand. Imagine being a heroin addict and having pictures of heroin use going on every time you turn on the T.V. drive out in public and see a bill board, go to the movies, open a newspaper/magazine or go on the Net. It's horribly difficult for even the strongest willed person.
My housemate is in a program and doing very well. She has to be careful not to starve herself because then she'd lose lean body mass (healthy tissue). I help her all I can and try to give her constant encouragement and recognition for her amazing ability to stay on track.
People with others around them trying to lose weight should remember that emotional support can make a very major difference in people's success. Give them all the love you possibly can - THEY DESERVE IT!!
