What Inspires You To Keep Going?

[knewland 14]

I was just banded thin past Friday and I am finding that feeling hungry every so often. I am sure I will feel this way on and off for the next several weeks. So I have decided to focus on what will inspire me to keep motivated the next several weeks. First and foremost it is living a longer healthier life with my daughter, being more physically with my daughter, not feeling embarrassed every time I leave the house and finally, looking hot again!! I also went and picked up a Vogue magazine this afternoon. I in no way wish to as thin as those models but it reminds me that I have to stay motivated and focused on the long term goal! So, what inspires you?!!!

[missybear 86]

A few things

- Definitely fashion, the idea of going into a shop and feeling confident i will fit into the clothes

- A bit of vanity as well, especially bumping into people I haven't seen for a while who are amazed at what you look like, esp the men

- Excelling at the gym, looking like one of those people who look like they belong there

- Being satisfied at a normal portion of food

Also given the warmer weather has kicked in here in Oz, my left thigh not having such intimate knowledge of my right thigh has been great

[Mayasgram 351]

The clothes that fit , the 1 pill a day down from 6, breathing,compliments , liking myself , But most of all getting a handle on what food really is for ...it is to nourish your body not to solve your emotions . Thats what motivates me to never go back to being the jolly fat lady in the room.

I have finally succeeded in the one thing that defeated me for years and nothing else I achieved from professional success to motherhood , to 40 years of a good marriage measures up to knowing that I faced my personal weakness and beat it and now I can find joy in everything. Overeating was my greatest battle , and I am motivated to never let it defeat me again...

[lousianalady 44]

Mayasgram said it all for me. Im down from a diabetic stage. Was taking medicine and taking blood sugar levels 3 times a day. All this just post op 10 days

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

what a great topic knewland

like some who posted, being able to wear clothes is def a thing to keep me (us) going

but for me personally, it was simple

i allowed myself to get so large, that it was getting hard for me to move (walk)

and then god sent us a healthy grandbaby

when she was born, i wouldnt been able to walk around a block and push her in a stroller

but you know what,in almost 4 months, i can

me being mobile (again) is inspiration

but this is my inspiration

[☠carolinagirl☠ 18,721]

Mayasgram said it all for me. Im down from a diabetic stage. Was taking medicine and taking blood sugar levels 3 times a day. All this just post op 10 days

what a great success louslady, this is wonderful

[knewland 14]

You all are inspiring me even more!!! We can do it!!

What a sweet little grand baby!!!

[joann852 91]

My biggest inspiration is playing with my kids instead of sitting on the sidelines. Then there's compliments, smaller clothes,feeling better about myself, and finally being in control of food.

[DELETE THIS ACCOUNT! 12,703]

For me it's my children. I want to live long enough to become a grandma, and even great grandma someday, and spoil them rotten.

[georgeileen 23]

Getting healthy again

Getting rid of

Diabetes

Swollen feet and ankles

Painful knees

Backaches

sleep Apnea

pills

Rashes

And a closet full of clothes that don't fit

[LessToLove902 41]

My son. My mom was heavy and didn't really get down and PLAY with me as a kid. I want better for my boy!

[KristinsMommy 145]

what a great topic knewland

like some who posted' date=' being able to wear clothes is def a thing to keep me (us) going

but for me personally, it was simple

i allowed myself to get so large, that it was getting hard for me to move (walk)

and then god sent us a healthy grandbaby

when she was born, i wouldnt been able to walk around a block and push her in a stroller

but you know what,in almost 4 months, i can

me being mobile (again) is inspiration

but this is my inspiration

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omg so cute my daughter has the same outfit

Starting weight: 264.5 Current weight 252.6 Goal weight 160

[KristinsMommy 145]

My inspiration first and foremost is my daughter. My mom never did much with me because she was heavy and I want the complete opposite for her. I want to be able to live a long life for her & I don't want her to pick up bad eating habits from me like I did from my mother.

Starting weight: 264.5 Current weight 252.6 Goal weight 160

[rebirth91712 34]

I don't have children yet but a big reason for getting the band was knowing if I'm eating the proper way my kids won't have a choice not to. I want to take a flight and not have to need an extended belt. I want to ride on a roller coaster. I've been overweight my whole life I don't really know what I missed. I want to ride a ski. I want to sky dive. I want to get older and not have any health issues. I want to buy a bra from Victoria Secret instead of Lane Bryant. I would love to be able to buy one from Walmart. Lol.

[rebirth91712 34]

I don't have children yet but a big reason for getting the band was knowing if I'm eating the proper way my kids won't have a choice not to. I want to take a flight and not have to need an extended belt. I want to ride on a roller coaster. I've been overweight my whole life I don't really know what I missed. I want to ride a ski. I want to sky dive. I want to get older and not have any health issues. I want to buy a bra from Victoria Secret instead of Lane Bryant. I would love to be able to buy one from Walmart. Lol.