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As it goes with a lot of things - there are people in every walk of life - in every phase of this WOE - on this site. And from beginners and their excitement of getting started - to the middle ground battlefield of being happy with 1/2 to one pound loss a week - there are very few that stick around once they have gotten down to the last 10 lbs to go...or made it to goal. I started wondering about that. And thinking about and reflecting on what I was thinking and feeling as I got to goal...and even now... For the most part...it's kind of an odd feeling. Being goal oriented and driven for soooo long...it's weird to wake up and feel great, look good, know in your head 'hey, you've done it'...but there's no real END to this journey... I quickly had to reevaluate and process WHAT NOW? Of course, maintaining is a goal. And tweeking the exercise or toning...yeah, that's a goal too... but honestly, it doesn't motivate me like actually 'losing' the weight motivated me. So I started a group, and that motivates me...I enjoy seeing others work through the process and hope that I can help them in some small way to keep going! Journaling and visiting w/friends here, that helps keep me focused. Regardless of what part of the journey you're in...bear in mind...there is no end to this...it REALLY IS about changing your LIFE! A new lifestyle. A new WOE, and a new WOL! No wonder it feels odd!!! Came thru the holiday unscathed, and without issue. Happy about that. And getting back into my gym routine only a different approach in the gym...really happy about that. Hoping you folks are well. Take care.
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Its sad that people leave this site after we've gotten to know them. Its hard to know why they leave. We get so close here, at least I personally have. I feel I know my friends on FS better than my flesh and blood friends. I feel more understood, more listened to - I can't imagine not being here. I thoroughly enjoy my morning coffee and chat with a few people every weekday morning and love looking into other people's lives, my friends, through their journals. As you've said losing weight was the initial goal, and FS was just a tool in the beginning. Now it is an essential part of my day. I can't imagine leaving here - can't imagine not following the lives of my FS friends. Can't imagine not weighing in every day - whether at goal weight or not. Actually can't imagine I will ever be at goal weight but that's another issue altogether. Glad you are at maintenance - people like yourself keep us in the trenches motivated. Also glad you got through thanksgiving without issue. More motivation for those of us still 'fighting'. Have a great day.
03 Dec 10 by member: sarahsmum
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Ditto! Thanks for sticking around to lend your support and encouragement. Congrats on your superb progress!!
03 Dec 10 by member: Evie1010
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Sarah - you made me chuckle. You'll get there...trust in yourself that you are willing to live this out...forever...and you'll get there! I promise!!
03 Dec 10 by member: jsfantome
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Thanks Evie...honk honk!!
03 Dec 10 by member: jsfantome
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I noticed this a long time ago. This site is FULL of newbies/people starting out and very few people who "made it there". FULL of people asking for advice, and very few giving it. This site helped me a lot. At this point, I just like answering people's questions if I know the answer. That's what motivates me to stay. That and I really want to know what's going to happen with my buddies. Which will make it and which will disappear and which will post pictures!!! I've seen so many come and go and a few like you who make it there! I'm very glad you are sticking around too.
03 Dec 10 by member: k8yk
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I agree with you, Paula. I decided when I joined that this time the journey was for the rest of my life, not just until I reach the next pant size or notch on the scale. I decided that NOTHING and I mean NOTHING is going to stop em from living the lifge that I now feel that I deserve and could have with a lot of effort, perseverance, faithulness to myself, and a lot of help from God. Along the way I found some of the most wonderful caring people and I discovered that I am not in this alone, that there are so many out there on the same journey I am on, and that makes it so much easier to travel! I agree with Sarah, the people on here know more about who I truly am, and my struggles to fight this battle than anyone else in my life except my hubby! I truly care about these people and I want them to succeed, and I am honored to count them as friends.
03 Dec 10 by member: ctlss
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I am one of those "new" people, but after doing this for the last two weeks, I too feel deeply invested in this site, I see people post on here every day and I look forward to sharing in their success. I think once I reach my goal weight I will still be around. My hubby recently pointed out that this has kind of become a hobby. And I like that. It keeps me going when I'm not focused on the kids so I don't get too bored and wander around looking for a snack. Thank you for sticking around on the site! I know I'll probably need lots on encouragement along the way!
03 Dec 10 by member: Snowflake29
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