Posted by WildWench on Wed 15 Mar 06, 9:29 AM to WildWench's blog.
I have so many reasons to lose wieght, my Mum has heart problems because of it, my physiology is the same as hers and I will be in the same position if I don't buck my ideas up 
I am getting handfasted this Summer and want to look stunning, I keep making half hearted attempts rather than just knuckling down.
I know maybe I am just whinging and need a kick up the backside!
I have done it before so I know I can and now everything else in my life is falling into place I should be able to just get on with it. It feels like there is a barrier in my brain thats not letting me.....ekk what deep seated problem lies beyond....time for a tooth pick to winkle it out! Now that has set me thinking the last time I lost weight my then husband left me in a spectacular way, coo should of got that one before, that would imply that its a security issue and that now I am in a secure relationship that I am able to sort this issue out now. Arrgh I have a brain why didn't I figure this one out before excuse me while I go kick myself *rolleyes* The mind is a strange and wondrous thing!
If you have read all this thought stream well done, not like me to be so negative, feels good to voice it though.
| 15 Mar 06, 9:33 AM northernwench 7 yrs |
It isn't hard Eat less and do more Scientifically proven and has never failed anyone yet All else is a temporary measure Im afraid Think 'healthier lifestyle' and not 'food deprivation' and you're onto a winner Good luck My husband said he needed 'more space' | |
| 15 Mar 06, 9:40 AM Bbdspls UK, 7 yrs |
Yup, would have to agree with this, though it's interesting the psychological triggers that are there sometimes to prevent just knuckling down & doing it. It's very true that the mind is a far bigger weapon than we think in times like this. Good luck to you from a fellow (reluctant) dieter!
You may be only one person in the world, but you maybe the world to one person | |
| 15 Mar 06, 9:48 AM WildWench UK, 6 yrs |
Thats great advice think healthier not food deprivation 
I had no idea it was such an emotive issue for me until I wrote this down...thinking time and getting my own mind on my side then the weapon can fire at those fat cells
Life is to short not to try it. | |
| 15 Mar 06, 10:02 AM WildWench UK, 6 yrs |
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and if you smoke....DONT QUIT..... took me 8 months to lose 2 stone, and 4 weeks to put 7lbs back on when i quit.
miserable tope
O so been there.....don't smoke now but I put on a stone when I quit....which is still there But wow 2 stone loss is brill. Life is to short not to try it. | |
| 15 Mar 06, 10:04 AM Flame_boy UK, 7 yrs  |
I'm a complete cynic when it comes to most things, but I'd really suggest having a look at Paul McKenna's book on losing weight. It doesn't use traditional denial methods, but instead helps you reprogramme your mind so you don't overeat. SM Dykes Manchester | |
| 15 Mar 06, 10:20 AM bridget_jones UK(EH), 9 yrs |
I'd agree with Flame_boy here. The book and CD help you reprogramme your mind to eat healthily and to stop feeling guilty about what you actively choose to eat. However, if there are emotional reasons behind your weight (as there are for me), then willpower, healthy eating and exercise will only do so much. And Paul McKenna says this too. There are other books that could help with dealing with the emotional stuff - one that springs to mind is 'It's not what you eat but why you eat it' by Beechy Colclough. Good luck! brij xxx I'm a brat? So sue me | |
| 15 Mar 06, 10:22 AM sub_stancial UK(CV), 6 yrs |
I had similar problems getting into gear and not giving up easily. dont think in terms of going on a diet or losing weight, think of it as a lifestyle change. the basics are get your supplements of fruit and veg and drink your 2 litres of water a day - basic and effective. also, cut out those down the road trips in your car and walk. exercise regularly, eat less but more often and set realistic goals. too many people give up cuz they cant lose a stone in a week!!!!! persistance is the key. having a good training partner or someone in a similar situation to go gym with or for long walks/runs with will help as you become each others shoulder and help motivate each other. | |
| 15 Mar 06, 12:17 PM Smartarse UK(CM), 7 yrs |
You can get counselling/therapy for food related problems which may help you take control of your eating habits. http://www.eating-disorders.org.uk/progr.htm
carpe diem ~ your fish is dead | |
| 15 Mar 06, 4:05 PM WildWench UK, 6 yrs |
Thanks guys and gals some great advice here, doing some reasessing at the mo to sort myself out with the help of a Fabulous friend  I'll be writing to tell you how much I've lost before you know it....crosses fingers and toes and arms and knees and....falls over *rolleyes* Life is to short not to try it. |
