Restarting Induction--AGAIN!!!!!

[CameoMom]

Hi everyone,
I have regained all but 1 pound of my 24 pounds I lost doing Atkins 3 years ago. I have tried several times to "get back on the horse" doing induction, and I have failed a multitude of times. I am desperate.

I am very depressed also (and that doesn't help because I am an emotional eater) about my lack of willpower. And I have a sister and mom who are absolutely awful about criticizing me and comparing me to their small figures. I absolutely hate it! I want to get back to feeling good about myself.

Anyway, I am sorry for venting, but I just wanted to say that I will be trying induction again, and I will be stopping by for inspiration. This board it great and I hope to make it this time.

I only want to lose 20 pounds! I did it before and I want to do it again!

[Iapetus999]

I think what you need to do (besides Induction) is to find a way to make Atkins work so you can stick with it long-term.
Getting into some kind of exercise you enjoy like running, biking, hiking etc will help the pounds stay off. (and probably make your figure better than theirs)
It's OK to be an emotional eater as long as you eat healthy food. :nod

[New_Me_In_2005]

I agree with Iapetus999 - .... find a way to make Atkins work so you can stick with it long-term.

When you get emotional grab a piece of cheese, pork rinds, some meat, or something that is acceptable. (Have those things easily available.)

Another thing that has helped me stay on track is whenever I say "one bite won't hurt" I think about compliments I have received so far and the fact that this is a goal and I hate when I can't reach my goals - that is emotional for me.

Good Luck.