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papwriter

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Okay, maybe 'help' is a little dramatic....I am new here. I posted my introduction yesterday. One moderator responded and referred me here. I have no idea how this works, so anyone willing to educate me on this, well, it would be appreciated. What I can tell you is this: I am a 55 year old single guy, living in Maricopa, Arizona. In my youth I was very athletic, playing sports through college. Now, I am almost at 300 lbs. I still have that weekend warrior, competitive mindset, but my out of shape body doesn't match that mentality. I am very hard on myself when I fail, and right now I am heading towards a 'low point.' I need accountability, and being single makes that a real challenge. Exercise is not a problem for me as don't mind working out when I have the time. Eating wise, I am a disaster (okay, a little dramatic again)....I eat poorly and use food to feel better at times. I also work crazy hours (7p.m.-7 a.m.) 3 nights a week at a Psych Hospital. My work is stressful, which probably doesn't help with comfort eating. Plus, dinner may be at 3 a.m. some nights. Anyhow, I know I'm rambling, so I'll stop now. In short, I'm not in a good place right now. I'm in need of some support and inspiration if any is out there. I don't know you and you don't know me. It's not like me to 'lay it out there' to strangers as I am now, but I figure it can't hurt at this point. I greatly appreciate you listening and hopefully will hear back from some of you. Thanks.
 
Hello and welcome to the forum! You're in the right place now. People usually post their plans, success, and failure in their diary. It's a supportive and knowledgeable group here. Look for diaries with lots of pages and do some reading. Mr Vee has gone from 375 to 170, Cate has lost all her weight and kept it off long term and sticks around for the community and to mentor. I'm down nearly 100 pounds from my join date weight and I'm still in the struggle.

Best of luck and stick around!
 
Thanks. I appreciate the response and welcome.......I will check things out, and congrats to you on your success.
 
Welcome aboard, I can relate to a good chunk of your story and have experienced a couple brushes with 300 in the past myself.

Fantastic community around here that helps with the motivation, accountability and smiles.

Look forward to the updates
 
hi!
i came on here about 4 years ago and found really great people that even though were strangers they helped me so much through my difficult journey.So i believe that this is a great place to start.
since you want to loose weight have you made out a program?what is your target weight?
one tip that i thing is important.Take pictures.to actually see in photos your achievements.it gives you the power to keep going.you dont have to show them to anyone,just have them and compare
 
Hey! I'm new here too, so let's HELP each other out (sorry, bad puns are my speciality). Just take it one step at a time. It's better to lose the weight more slowly and keep it off than be right back where you started in a year's time!

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Hi Mark, It's great to have you as part of our community. You are now in a very supportive place & I hope you become comfortable with us all. It's really good to see you getting around the diaries & showing your support for others. A great big welcome to you! Cheers, Cate.
 
My thanks to those for the warm welcome. I guess today is Day 1. Jasper, to answer your question, no I don't have a real plan or goal weight right now.....well, that's not entirely true. For once in my life, I'm going to think short term for a change. I am going to lose 20 lbs between now (10/1) and Thanksgiving day (not sure of date).......I am going to go 'real low carbs' to do this. Look, I've done low carbs and lost weight before only to gain it right back....it's not my long term solution. However, I'm in a negative mindset right now and need a jumpstart...a little positive momentum, so I'm gonna give this a try. My start weight is 294. By the way, Wednesdays thru Saturdays I'm only around in short burst, but will try to post something daily if possible (I work consecutive 12 hour overnight shifts in a psych hospital those days)........anyhow, I truly do NEED your support and encouragement right now. Living alone, this is my way of reaching out.........appreciate you guys.
 
Mark, as someone who eats strict Keto, Very Low Carb (VLC) can be awful as you transition into it due to lack of energy and cravings but afterwards your appetite will drop, the urge to snack will be far less and energy levels will rise.
 
We're with you on this Mark. You are now part of our community :grouphug:
Tough job you have there mate! I don't think I could do it. Look after yourself. Cheers, Cate.
 
Thank you Cate......I really do need some support in these early days especially.....it is appreciated. Well, it's now Day 2. In a couple hours I will leave for my 3rd straight 12 hr overnight shift.....a weekly event. pretty worn out right now, but have done well eating wise so far. The weekend (as always) will be my biggest eating challenge. That's when I'm worn out, stressed, and most vulnerable. Plus, for me personally, watching sports is a huge trigger......Sunday football will need a different approach from me. Gonna try and catch up with a few of you this weekend when I have more time......enjoy your weekend.
 
Hope your overnight shift goes by fast. Well done on the good eating so far.
Eating better will make you feel much better, even with the stressful work.
This might be an idea for a totally new strategy for snacking while you watch TV :D -
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Cheers, Cate.​
 
Okay...after another overnight marathon, the weekend is here....stopped by the store for a few 'football watching snacks' to get me through without veering off track....after 3 straight overnights, the body needs a rest, so not gonna workout today. I'll go on a walk tomorrow morning and get to the gym again Monday......baby steps...
 
Hey Papwriter, Just returning the favor and saying G'day. Looks like you got plenty of support and that's great to see. :)

My thread is quite spacious when it comes to people. I'm not the full quid.
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I think its best I read in between the others and focus my responses in my thread. Being new myself and still establishing the motions and routine, I understand just how taxing it can be to follow another's thread. Having said that though, I would like to base some of my own writings on the difficulties that others go through. It also nice to be understood. TY.

I'll be sure to check your thread and feedback in mine.
Thanks for the space.

Again, I understand well the need for focus. Take your time.

All the best.
Dave.
 
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