Breaks are hard, I totally know what you mean because the extreme focus is draining. I lost 120 lbs on my own about 10 years ago and "took a break". It was a long one and I regained most of my weight back. Had VSG in June and I'm going back down but am petrified about feeling "skinny" or feeling like I'm close enough at some point. I'm glad you are posting about it, it's very real and part of the self sabotage many of us go through. You are such an inspiration and tank you for sharing!!!
Thank you so much for your honesty and emotion in your posts. They really help and give a great idea of some of the issues we can expect on our journey. Your the best!!!
Sarah, you are such an inspiration, i find all the stuff you put out there, youtube and facebook realylyhelpful in so many ways, awesome insights into all the ups and downs of your journey, keep bringing in, behind ya all the way...
Great topic! like Dana, I did a response video about this, too. I love that you talked about it and it motivated to give my perspective. Keep up the great job!
Sarah, you are such a sweet, caring and sharing person. I'm sure, in the end, you'll find that euphoric "balance" in your life. Remember, goals can be adjusted. Aim for what makes you happy, weight wise. Everyone here who loses a great amount of weight will have excess skin. We'll either have to live with it or spend/save $ to have it removed. What you eat, how you exercise, is all part of a lifelong lifestyle change. Go with the flow and have some peace of mind. You're beautiful! -Mike-
This is the first time I have seen you have such trouble articulating what you are feeling - but at the same time I KNOW exactly what you're talking about. We're all with you on this one and it's an all too familiar place. I know you will push through this and come out of the other end even stronger. We are here for you and if you stumble, well, whatever, like, whatever, you know? Whatever ;-)
Great video! It's a tough topic to explain, but I know exactly what you're talking about. I hit that tired of it feeling at 185 and claimed goal because I was tired of feeling like I "had to" keep working so hard.
Sarah I so get it!! and you talking about it helps us all my friend your so smart and love hearing how you process with us all...Thank you it helps to hear you my friend..love ya..love rosemary♥♥ btw your doing Fantastic and look tiny just saying :)
Sarah, I REALLY identify with what you are saying. I know exactly what you are saying. For me that number is 191, I really think that it will be a a true miracle if I achieve 100 pounds lost and for me, I can't imagine wanting or needing more than that. Or even expecting more than that. So I don't plan on putting any pressure on myself, once I get there I will see how I feel. Thanks so much for sharing.
So agree with you. It is so strange to be at this point at this weight. Having been at this weight before but in my 20's, I don't look like anything I remember. I don't know where I'll end or what I'll look like.
I don't blame you for peeking at those scales on Saturday, they were being mean to you on Friday. I totally understand what you're saying. I honestly think I will be happy to be able to go into any shop and knowing they will have a size that fits me, what will bother me more is the lose skin, like the apron flopping about lol. I am already scared of the surgery that might involve to fix.
Sarah i can so relate to your feelings of being tired...this i a long journey for both of us bc of how far we are coming from...its ok to feel tired and take a short break but u need to get back on the wagoon and ride it till the wheels fall off...im happy i have a butt but i have no boobs...i was happy to be thick but im told im not thick anymore...i don't know what category i fall into but i like where im at...great video !!!
Dana, TH-cam took away the video response option. I have no clue why. Even the big time TH-cam starts have been talking about it and wondering why. Maybe it will come back? I hope so!
I haven't watched this yet, but in my own journey I had to define happy as opposed to satisfied. Do I LOVE what's going on with my body lately? heck yeah. Would it be easy to just stop here and maintain? Yup. Am I SATISFIED? No. I like to say REMEMBER THE WHY. Remember why you spent $X dollars to have surgery. Remember what your end goal was when you started. And if you're there and want to go beyond, Super. If not, you're not done yet. Is this is where Sarah said she wanted to be 9 months ago?
Mind games! Ahhh!! Thanks so much for taking the time to put into words what you're going through. It's so helpful. I have to say though that I was pretty disappointed to find out that you're a CHEATER! LOL! Totally kidding. You are seriously awesome.
Sarah - I don't think you're being realistic about your goal of 190.... I think you could easily surpass that goal and maybe get down to 160 or so. You honestly look like you have small, almost petite features. I think being small is probably more natural for you.... Nancy
Breaks are hard, I totally know what you mean because the extreme focus is draining. I lost 120 lbs on my own about 10 years ago and "took a break". It was a long one and I regained most of my weight back. Had VSG in June and I'm going back down but am petrified about feeling "skinny" or feeling like I'm close enough at some point. I'm glad you are posting about it, it's very real and part of the self sabotage many of us go through. You are such an inspiration and tank you for sharing!!!
Thank you so much for your honesty and emotion in your posts. They really help and give a great idea of some of the issues we can expect on our journey. Your the best!!!
Sarah, you are such an inspiration, i find all the stuff you put out there, youtube and facebook realylyhelpful in so many ways, awesome insights into all the ups and downs of your journey, keep bringing in, behind ya all the way...
Great topic! like Dana, I did a response video about this, too. I love that you talked about it and it motivated to give my perspective. Keep up the great job!
Sarah, you are such a sweet, caring and sharing person. I'm sure, in the end, you'll find that euphoric "balance" in your life. Remember, goals can be adjusted. Aim for what makes you happy, weight wise. Everyone here who loses a great amount of weight will have excess skin. We'll either have to live with it or spend/save $ to have it removed. What you eat, how you exercise, is all part of a lifelong lifestyle change. Go with the flow and have some peace of mind. You're beautiful! -Mike-
This is the first time I have seen you have such trouble articulating what you are feeling - but at the same time I KNOW exactly what you're talking about. We're all with you on this one and it's an all too familiar place. I know you will push through this and come out of the other end even stronger. We are here for you and if you stumble, well, whatever, like, whatever, you know? Whatever ;-)
Great video! It's a tough topic to explain, but I know exactly what you're talking about. I hit that tired of it feeling at 185 and claimed goal because I was tired of feeling like I "had to" keep working so hard.
Yes! I can soo relate. I am 9 months out and I had the same feelings of enough already. Still moving forward. Great Video.
Sarah I so get it!! and you talking about it helps us all my friend your so smart and love hearing how you process with us all...Thank you it helps to hear you my friend..love ya..love rosemary♥♥ btw your doing Fantastic and look tiny just saying :)
Sarah, I REALLY identify with what you are saying. I know exactly what you are saying. For me that number is 191, I really think that it will be a a true miracle if I achieve 100 pounds lost and for me, I can't imagine wanting or needing more than that. Or even expecting more than that. So I don't plan on putting any pressure on myself, once I get there I will see how I feel. Thanks so much for sharing.
So agree with you. It is so strange to be at this point at this weight. Having been at this weight before but in my 20's, I don't look like anything I remember. I don't know where I'll end or what I'll look like.
Great video as always love ya! Is it December yet?!?!?
I don't blame you for peeking at those scales on Saturday, they were being mean to you on Friday. I totally understand what you're saying. I honestly think I will be happy to be able to go into any shop and knowing they will have a size that fits me, what will bother me more is the lose skin, like the apron flopping about lol. I am already scared of the surgery that might involve to fix.
Sarah i can so relate to your feelings of being tired...this i a long journey for both of us bc of how far we are coming from...its ok to feel tired and take a short break but u need to get back on the wagoon and ride it till the wheels fall off...im happy i have a butt but i have no boobs...i was happy to be thick but im told im not thick anymore...i don't know what category i fall into but i like where im at...great video !!!
Dana, TH-cam took away the video response option. I have no clue why. Even the big time TH-cam starts have been talking about it and wondering why. Maybe it will come back? I hope so!
I haven't watched this yet, but in my own journey I had to define happy as opposed to satisfied. Do I LOVE what's going on with my body lately? heck yeah. Would it be easy to just stop here and maintain? Yup. Am I SATISFIED? No. I like to say REMEMBER THE WHY. Remember why you spent $X dollars to have surgery. Remember what your end goal was when you started. And if you're there and want to go beyond, Super. If not, you're not done yet. Is this is where Sarah said she wanted to be 9 months ago?
Hi - did a VR but can't figure out how to link it on my phone or iPad
Mind games! Ahhh!! Thanks so much for taking the time to put into words what you're going through. It's so helpful. I have to say though that I was pretty disappointed to find out that you're a CHEATER! LOL! Totally kidding. You are seriously awesome.
Bring on 12 year old Sarah ❤ xoxo
thus far I still have an hour glass figure...just with lots of extra minutes.. lol... I feel ya...I know exactly what u mean
Sarah - I don't think you're being realistic about your goal of 190.... I think you could easily surpass that goal and maybe get down to 160 or so. You honestly look like you have small, almost petite features. I think being small is probably more natural for you.... Nancy