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Why are you doing this, really? 21 months ago

Chris asked this question on the “lose weight” goal recently, and I think it would do me good to answer it myself (me, not Myself, although she can answer it, too, if she wants).

I am doing it for me: I don’t like myself me like this and I’m tired of not liking me.

I am doing it for my health: being overweight increases my risk for many diseases and health conditions.

I am doing it for my heart: Flirting is much easier (I hope) when you feel good about yourself and look good to the flirtee.

I am doing it for the clothes: I have so many clothes that I love that don’t fit and I want to wear them. Plus, there are so many cute clothes out there I want to wear, but I refuse to spend the $$$ until I “loose the weight”.

I am doing it for my life: There are so many things out there in the world that I want to do and experience. Losing weight will make many of those things easier and more enjoyable.

Edit: I have more reasons, but I accidentally hit enter before I was done. I might add them later.

Feb 16, 2008, 04:31PM PST | 10 cheers


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Myself

Similar reasons here

I want to feel better about myself, and I think being overweight makes me self conscious sometimes – and those are usually the times I could really use all the confidence I can get.

I want to feel sexier. I don’t think losing weight will make a difference to my husband (his love and his desire haven’t changed with my weight over the years) but it will make a difference to me. I’m afraid of becoming a mother and forgetting to be a woman.

I want to wear the beautiful clothes that I’ve got.

My child deserves a healthy mother who has the energy to keep up with him; losing weight and being fit will definitely help me with that.

I have a secret reason, one that is very important to me. I should keep it in mind to motivate me.

Thank you Flirt for asking this question.

Feb 16, 2008, 05:32PM PST | Thread | Respond to this 4 cheers

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Secret reasons

are sometimes the best!

Thank you, Myself, for answering.

Feb 16, 2008, 05:35PM PST | Respond to this 2 cheers

Cynonymous

Becoming a mother and forgetting to be a woman

Oh, well put. That happened to me. In my defense, I know a medical problem contributed to it or maybe even caused most of it, but yeah, I look at pictures from the early years of my baby’s life and kind of cringe. It’s not about being vain; it’s about taking care of yourself. At least I feel like a normal person again.

Feb 21, 2008, 10:26AM PST | Respond to this 2 cheers

AnneBeattie hasn't been on 43T for ages!

Great reasons

It’s always so much better to do things for yourself because it shows you are showing the love and the respect for yourself that you deserve. Being healthy and happy are my two main goals too. Good luck to you!

Nov 28, 2008, 10:16AM PST | Respond to this 1 cheer


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