I’ve been trying to catch up on my blog reading, both blogs I’ve been following for a long time (sad to see how many no longer post) and new (to me) blogs.
Over the past few days I’ve come across a few posts that particularly resonated with me and I wanted to share links to them. So here they are in no particular order:
- Bye, Bye Beck and Other Realizations by PastaQueen. Funny, because I’ve had the Beck book sitting completely untouched for many, many, many months now. A little sad, because while unlike her I’m not happy with where I’m at, she sums up exactly how I feel about running into people who haven’t seen me since I was at my low weight.
- Can Victoria’s Secret Help You Love Your Body? over at We Are the Real Deal. Very interesting article. I am one that will never be able to shop there – not because they have never carried my size, but even when I was at my lowest weight, I couldn’t because of extra skin issues (TMI, I know), so I totally understood where the author is coming from. And the whole thing about women loving their bodies is great, but like the author also said, if that’s their goal, why are they talking about what they love about male bodies in the video she links to?
- I’m pretty. pissed. by Brene Brown. Her blog is always a fantastic read, but this one is great to remind us that everyone is entitled to share their opinion without being smacked with an unnecessary cruel response. I think that the thing that makes me saddest in this world is the cruelty I see on the ‘net every day. Seriously, what is wrong with people? I choose to keep my authenticity and share my opinions. If you don’t agree with me, I’m happy to hear it. But I declare this a cruelty-free zone (whether responding to me or someone else), and luckily, I’ve never had to boot a comment for it. I think #2 on her list really hit me as it’s something I’ve struggled with throughout my life.
- My Core Hurt Eating – A MUST Read for those that Overeat by Roni. I haven’t had a chance to read through the articles she links to just yet, but am looking forward to it.
- Kelly over at Pounds for Prom mentioned the movie, “Fat: What No One is Telling You” a while back and I watched it a couple of weeks ago on Netflix. Very interesting movie. Don’t agree with everything that is said in it (especially from one woman who is constantly about to fall out of her top as she works out), but I love that they have scientists that discuss how it’s not always a lack of willpower that can explain the hold that food can have over us.
- Hot Guys Turned Food: Christian Bale by Tony the Pink Panda. Just ’cause it’s fun and I love Christian Bale (even with his recent crazy-like behavior). I myself can’t speak as to how true this comparison is since I’ve never had Rocky Road ice cream.
- Late Night Snacks by Tony (a/k/a The Anti-Jared). A very unique way to avoid late time snacking (that cracked me up).
- Something a Little Different by Jack Sh*t, Gettin’ Fit. Best. Post. Ever.
Those are just a few of the things that have caught my eye that I wanted to share with you.
Since I’m getting back in the swing of things, I have some updating and cleaning house to do on my site. If you’re a reader/lurker with a blog that you don’t see over to your right (whether it’s weight-loss related or not), and want me to check it out and most likely add it, hit me up with a comment or message. I’d love to hear from you! If you haven’t commented before, let me know a little about you and how long you’ve been visiting. Always great to make new friends!
Hi!
I’ve only been reading your blog for a little over a week, but was very glad that I found it (through a lot of random clicking from various other blogs). I’ve joined WeightWatchers for the third time (each time having a higher starting weight). Never made it to my goal weight, and this time I have about 80 pounds to lose until I’m at a healthy weight for my height, after which I’ll see how I feel about my body.
I’ve only been blogging for about 5 week consistently. I’ve been using it as a way to set and track weekly goals/steps toward making changes in my life and as an accountability tool. From my past attempts at losing weight I realized that I need to be accountable in more ways than just my WeightWatchers meetings and I need a lot of help with staying motivated. Finding your blog and some others are definitely helping me with my motivation. In the past trying to use WeightWatchers message boards or communities wasn’t always helpful, especially with food ideas because people were not eating what I consider to be real food, or they were eating a lot of things that I can’t (I am allergic to coconut and can’t eat artificial sweeteners, onions, garlic, or peppers. I also can have problems with food that is highly seasoned, but I can have light to moderately seasoned foods).
Ok, this got a lot longer than I’d planned. But feel free to check out my blog, and follow along if you wish.
.-= Danielle´s last blog ..Being sick and food thoughts =-.
Hi Danielle! It’s fantastic to hear from you! I’ve got about 80 lbs to lose (again), too, so maybe we can lose those together. I’m glad you’ve started blogging – I know that I’m thankful for all of the friends I’ve made who have been a help every step of the way.
I’m sure that having those food allergies makes things that much more difficult for you, but I have faith that you’re going to do great! I’m looking forward to checking out your blog! Take care!
Thanks for the Link Love Pamela
. I was a fan of the anti-jared’s last post as well.
.-= Tony´s last blog ..If You Shine a Light in its General Direction… =-.
This is my 4th attempt at losing over 100 lbs and keeping it off.
First time: lost 110 lbs and maintained for two years.
Second time: lost 120 lbs and maintained for over 3 years.
Third time: lost 105 lbs and maintained for 1.5 years.
Each time I gained all the weight back (slowly) while observing myself in horror. I have always lost weight at a reasonable rate (1-2 lbs per week). Each time I lost weight at a slower rate than the previous time even though I ate less and exercised more. During those years I got a lot of excellent counselling about emotional eating issues.
Currently, for the past 11 weeks, I have been walking at least 3 miles a day, hiking about 12 miles on weekends, and also doing strength training every other day (lifting 20 lb dumb bells, flies, curls, etc).
I weigh, measure, and track every bite with an online tracker. I never exceed 1600 calories per day, and my average is 1360. I have lost 1 lb. (Actually, it fluctuates between 1 and 2 lbs down.)
Before I started tracking all my food, I wondered if I wasn’t losing weight because maybe I was in denial about how much I was actually eating. But now that I know the amounts for sure (right down to grams of everything), I feel extremely discouraged.
I will keep doing what I’m doing because I feel physically stronger and have more stamina. Also, my blood pressure has improved.
However, I was really hoping to lose weight so I could be more employable (I need a job!, but apparently the health care industry is feeling very discriminatory towards fat RNs right now.)
My thyroid levels have tested fine. I suspect there is something else going on in my body’s regulatory mechanisms that medical science as yet does not understand and cannot measure.
I get advise (eek!) to eat more food, drink more water, increase cardio, etc., as if I’m stupid and haven’t thought (or tried) these ideas before. Mostly, people don’t believe that I don’t over eat. Since I’m overweight, they reason, I MUST be eating too much. At 5’7″ I refuse to go on a 1200 calorie a day diet (because I know I cannot eat that way for the rest of my life.)
Oh gosh, I really just needed to get this off my chest to someone who understands. Thanks for keeping your blog going. I admire you more than you can imagine.