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Okay Ive noticed a few people joining, posting for several weeks and not one post in their diary thread.

Some are going through hard times and could really use a friend or somebody to give them a boost. I dont mean just advice but perhaps a 'well done' or other encouragement.

I suggest that those of you who have been there done that attempt to 'adopt' one or two people and make a point of posting in their diary threads. (edit: No 'Drive Bys' or unthinking posts, read what they say and actually respond! )

Try and choose somebody who has a smaller diary or hardly anyone else posting in their diary other than their own.
You dont need to tell them, or anyone else, just make a point of making them feel welcome and that they are not alone :)
 
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It's rare that I get around to diaries.... so I'm not one to talk.... but I think that's a great idea.
 
I like this. :) I try to make an effort at it myself.

That's the main thing about the rep system that I like, you can really tell that just a simple "hey hi hello" or a comment on something someone is doing or like you said a "You're doing great, keep it up" means something to most people, because they'll let you know. Especially the ones who are 'shy' and don't go out of their way to get attention.
 
So I don't have to start another drive by posting thread - be sure to read before commenting though and comment on what you're reading -sometimes - a person really isn'ty doing great...

Sincerity goes a long way..
 
I think this is a really good idea too...I get so excited when people drop in on my diary and give me encouragement..it really helps..and I try to do the same for other people.
 
I'll be honest, my standards aren't very high in this regard. If you're doing what you intend, and you aren't constantly making excuses or giving up at the slightest difficulty, then by my rules you are doing great.

I try to save the unrelenting criticism and/or mockery for when I know people better. :D
 
wasn't my point.. there has been more than one episode where someone has poured their heart and soul out telling how m uch they've strugged and how they're crashing into the dirt etc.. and osmeone will come along _hey you're doing great!!! when they clearly didn't read the prior post.. it was just a blow in -- blow out..

All I ask is that people read before commenting.. and sometimes a you're doing great isn't appropriate... becuase they aren't they are struggling..
 
I think it's a killer idea, but my diary is dying of neglect because I just don't give a rat's ass about it and have very little to say/very few updates.

I might do this. And the cool thing is that if I do, the person I adopt wouldn't feel obligated to post on my diary since I don't even post on my diary!
 
I"m really struggling lately....well, its gotten really bad, my desire is at an all time high, but my efforts are at an all time low...I could really use support!
 
I think that is a great idea. I have been posting for almost 2 months and I have had 2 or 3 people come to my diary with 1 person more regularly, but I often go for at least a week of writing without anybody commenting.
This really frustrates me at times (at times I think it is fine, it is MY diary and I think the only one bothered should be me) because even if it is a short note, it just feels good to know someone is listening.
Camy
 
I'm planning to start a diary as soon as I get a set of scales. Im doing OK though Ive only eaten enough to feel guilty at 2 meals and my calorie intake was 3.5k those days.
Ive quit eating at work, thats a big thing.
Almost completely hydrated by water.
The hunger has gotten easier to deal with.

I realize that by starting my diary/weight tracking late I'll miss out on the initial big rewards that someone my size gets when they quit eating 6-8k a day, but Ive seen that a couple of times so been there done that, going for long term results.
 
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