What is a weight loss support post?
Some of you seem to be confused about the purpose of this board. It is for weight loss support and only that. WE fat people need "support" other than recipes for low fat/low carb food. This board, if used properly, can provide said support such as Jackie's morning comments, Randall's coffee talk, and the other pleasant banter which goes on. Yes, it is even a board where, when needed, prayers can be requested for as many reasons as there are people that come here. There is even room for Loretta's twelve step program for alcoholics which can be applied in some instances to our WL journey.
I referred to us as fat people. We will always have to fight the weight battle regardless of our current size just as the alcoholic or drug addict fights their problems and this board can be a wonderful support mechanism. It can be a place of encouragement when the muche**** or we just feel the need to pig out (my problem). In the past this board has gained a reputation of being all these things to WL people as evidenced by the non Alabama people who come here for support.
People with weight problems are about the last group in which it is legal to discriminate against in the work place and socially. I'm sure we have all noticed how much more friendly some people are toward us after WL. I'm not talking about true friends, the ones *****ally count. I've even noticed it within my family. Because of our weight we tend to withdraw socially into our own shell which causes us to seek comfort in food. This board provides a social outlet whereby relationships can be built and cherished and I've watched people break out of their shell and have a better social life. They have found better jobs, gotten promotions,and yes some have even found love while others have rid themselves of unneeded baggage.
We all come from different backgrounds, different locations, and have different lives. The only thing we ALL have in common is our weight problems. We have different physical and mental ailments, some related to weight and some not. Some of us lead happy lives while others live in hell on earth. We all live in different economic conditions and on numerous occasions we have helped fellow members with unexpected financial difficulties. We have laughed at jokes posted and we have cried when personal tragedy strikes a member. We have driven hundreds of miles to visit members in the hospital and to reunions.
Yes, all of this is what the board is about and yes it is all weight loss related when it provides us with WL support as well as a social outlet.
What this board is not is the exclusive property of a few megalmanics. It is not a place to publically harangue fellow WL people. If you feel offended by someone avoid them and don't read their post. There are people whose post I avoid while I enjoy hearing from others. I hope this post is accepted in the true spirit in which it is written and that is to provide positive WL support. If you are offended or guilty then you have my permission to avoid and not read any future posts I may make. I promise I won't even be offended.
Glenn
I referred to us as fat people. We will always have to fight the weight battle regardless of our current size just as the alcoholic or drug addict fights their problems and this board can be a wonderful support mechanism. It can be a place of encouragement when the muche**** or we just feel the need to pig out (my problem). In the past this board has gained a reputation of being all these things to WL people as evidenced by the non Alabama people who come here for support.
People with weight problems are about the last group in which it is legal to discriminate against in the work place and socially. I'm sure we have all noticed how much more friendly some people are toward us after WL. I'm not talking about true friends, the ones *****ally count. I've even noticed it within my family. Because of our weight we tend to withdraw socially into our own shell which causes us to seek comfort in food. This board provides a social outlet whereby relationships can be built and cherished and I've watched people break out of their shell and have a better social life. They have found better jobs, gotten promotions,and yes some have even found love while others have rid themselves of unneeded baggage.
We all come from different backgrounds, different locations, and have different lives. The only thing we ALL have in common is our weight problems. We have different physical and mental ailments, some related to weight and some not. Some of us lead happy lives while others live in hell on earth. We all live in different economic conditions and on numerous occasions we have helped fellow members with unexpected financial difficulties. We have laughed at jokes posted and we have cried when personal tragedy strikes a member. We have driven hundreds of miles to visit members in the hospital and to reunions.
Yes, all of this is what the board is about and yes it is all weight loss related when it provides us with WL support as well as a social outlet.
What this board is not is the exclusive property of a few megalmanics. It is not a place to publically harangue fellow WL people. If you feel offended by someone avoid them and don't read their post. There are people whose post I avoid while I enjoy hearing from others. I hope this post is accepted in the true spirit in which it is written and that is to provide positive WL support. If you are offended or guilty then you have my permission to avoid and not read any future posts I may make. I promise I won't even be offended.
Glenn
Very well said.
I try to look past the words of a post and remember that I am only seeing a portion of what is meant to be said; I cannot see feeling, tones, or intentions. Many times we put too much of our personal life in public view and wonder why people know so much about us. Things that are said off board should be kept off the board unless permission is obtained to post it publicly. Private messages are just that.. PRIVATE. If they were intended for public viewing, they would have been sent to a public forum. We have to be able to TRUST one another because if we cannot trust, how can we believe in the support that is offered??
There are times that I do not feel very supportive for one reason or another but still, I try to not be negative. I am not perfect, nor do I expect others to be but I do expect people to be supportive while on this board.
I try to look past the words of a post and remember that I am only seeing a portion of what is meant to be said; I cannot see feeling, tones, or intentions. Many times we put too much of our personal life in public view and wonder why people know so much about us. Things that are said off board should be kept off the board unless permission is obtained to post it publicly. Private messages are just that.. PRIVATE. If they were intended for public viewing, they would have been sent to a public forum. We have to be able to TRUST one another because if we cannot trust, how can we believe in the support that is offered??
There are times that I do not feel very supportive for one reason or another but still, I try to not be negative. I am not perfect, nor do I expect others to be but I do expect people to be supportive while on this board.
We have to be able to TRUST one another because if we cannot trust, how can we believe in the support that is offered??
WOW, Gina - what a statement! I agree with you - I don't post often because I don't feel all that supportive. Having your positive spin on things is always helpful to me. I'm like you - this is a support board, so I expect people to be supportive. I detest drama...there's enough in my own life that I don't need to get involved in someone else's!
WOW, Gina - what a statement! I agree with you - I don't post often because I don't feel all that supportive. Having your positive spin on things is always helpful to me. I'm like you - this is a support board, so I expect people to be supportive. I detest drama...there's enough in my own life that I don't need to get involved in someone else's!
Glen Thank you for this it was very well said. I found out the hard way, you have to keep your eyes on God. Men will fail you, But God he's always there and always the same. I don't judge and I can't worry what Sue or Joe does.If you trash people how are you going to be a soul winner for Christ ? If we don't have forgiveness in our hearts how can we expect God to forgive us ?
When I stand before God I want to hear the words Well done my good and Faithful servent.
Thank you and I hope you have a good day !!
When I stand before God I want to hear the words Well done my good and Faithful servent.
Thank you and I hope you have a good day !! 
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