I'm here for help!!! :)

[BethOfHearts]

Hi guys! I'm an expert at Atkins....I'm just lousy at keeping the weight off. Two years ago I went from 225lbs to 155. It was soooo fun to look that great. Next thing I knew, I got w/ my current bf, and it all went to ****....I gained all the weight back plus more!

I'm tired of being this fat. I'm tired of hiding out when a friend comes to town to visit because I'm embarrassed about how bad I look. Blech. I'm finally ready to get back in the mindset, as I have in the past. I was successful because of all the support I got on other boards such as Atkinsbythebook and Atkinsalltheway. My name on there was BethLookHOT....in case any of you might remember me?

Okay, so, that's me. I'm gonna do it this time, but I'll do WHATEVER it takes to not sabatoge all my hard work this time. I'm hoping that all the support you guys offer will help keep me motivated!

I look forward to getting to know some of you and all of us reaching our goals together!!!

[LookingForward]

Re: I'm here for help!!!

Hi BethofHeartsLooksHot haha! Welcome!

I think the best news of all is that you've been here before, you've done this before, you KNOW how great you felt on this way of eating, and you know how much success you were able to obtain. What a huge benefit that you have over most people who start Atkins... you don't have to be scared it won't work, unsure how to do it, or worry that you'll fail. Just remember how much better you felt when you ate for your health, how much better you slept, and I am sure you'll be coasting down to your goal in no time.

This board has made all the difference in my resolve and focus this time around (I'm on my third Atkins attempt at the moment), so I encourage you to get active on the boards, spend some time every day here, and see if it makes a difference in keeping your eye on your goal. I know it does for me, don't know what I'd do without the guys and gals here.

Think about signing up for boot camp next time it rolls around, it's a really excellent way to get focused and get on track with the huge amount of support and feedback that it gives.

Welcome again, I'm really glad you're here!

[Sheshy]

Re: I'm here for help!!!

Hi Beth and welcome to ADBB and back to Atkins.

You've come to the right place for motivation and encouragement!

I think most of us have experienced the great feeling of weight loss and then the regain...it's disappointing. BUT, it sounds like you recognize the importance of this WOE for life, not just until all the weight is gone...that's a good thing.

If you haven't found it yet, you might be interested in the Second Time Around Club!

Hope to see you around the board!

[Brook]

Re: I'm here for help!!!

(((((Beth))))) It's sure good to see you

~Brook

[BethOfHearts]

Re: I'm here for help!!!

Yay! Thanks for your encouraging words, guys! I can't wait to chat w/ y'all some more!! And BROOK!!! It's great to hear from you!! Let's make it a point to catch up!!