I have made a huge decision

I have decided to put my scale on the highest shelf in my closet. Why? Well, who cares if my weight fluctuates a couple of pounds? I am down in one year from 280 lbs to 153 lbs. I am wearing a size 10. I look and feel GREAT! Why drive myself nuts with a little fluctuation? I am making a promise to myself only to drag down that scale: (1) once a month to make sure I am keeping on track for accountability, and (2) or if my clothes start feeling tight. Still waiting on the breast reduction appeal!

It is amazing how the weight fluctuation really plays mind tricks on us. Even when we know we are doing well. But it will put me in such a funk. Don't blame you for doing that. Koukla

Hi Shannon, I feel like doing the same thing!! I am addicted to it. It is sick sick sick. But for so many years it has been how I define my day - will I be happy, mad, sad, whatever the scale says is how I'll play it. But one thing for me, I'm also afraid that it will get away from me. I know sometimes I gain (not now in the old days) a few pounds, then it's 10, then 15, then I get on the scale and oh my gosh I am lost again. I guess that's why I'm a phobe on it. But I wish the dang thing would give up a few pounds for me!! love donna

I just got sick of the 3-pound fluctuation determining how my mood would be. It's ridiculous! I figure if I only weigh in once a month, then *hopefully* I will be pleasantly surprised by losing a few pounds. I really would like to lose 13 more lbs to bring myself into the BMI "normal" category, and I think that will happen in the next six months, which technically is when our weight loss is supposed to stop (18 months post-op). And if I am ever approved for the dang breast reduction that should be 4-5 lbs right there LOL! I did start an exercise program finally! No aerobics, just some ab, arm, and thigh work plus stretching exercises. I was sooooooore the first couple of days but it's better now. I'm lucky to have a guy at work who is a personal trainer and he told me some exercises to target my specific areas.

I have been in TOPS (Take off pounds sensible) for about 2 years, they only weigh once a week. I knew even after the surgery I Would still need the support system so I stayed I sure am glad I did. I don't weigh at home I wait until every friday to see how I did, that way I don't drive myself nuts!!