Self-Doubts....fear of failure

Anne, did you ever hit home with one of the things you said. Comparing myself to others who have lost more, made goals, etc. That is so self defeating and I know it as I am thinking those silly thoughts, but they still creep in. It is good advice to put a positive spin on those thoughts and appreciate the accomplishments. I am glad I brought this subject up because I got a lot of great feedback and don't feel so alone with these negative feelings that creep in sometimes. I am also glad I am not the only one who tries on a gazillion outfits before I leave the house! LOL. I guess there is a good spin on that one because before I only had one style outfit in several different colors. thanks for sharing your feelings and for the compliments! It was so good to hear from you, I haven't seen you here lately. Hang in there you are doing great! terri

Terri - Honestly, reading your post, I could have written it myself. Wow. It always amazes me how mu*****ommon we can have with others we barely know. I'm just plugging along....keeping with the exercise and TRYING like heck to make good choices and not beating myself up every day. ;) Not an easy task, is it? Love, Tammy

Tammy, It is good to talk about this stuff. I was almost afraid to send this post because it was admitting that I wasn't perfect. (imagine that!?) Duh!! I can't believe how much better I feel today after letting it out and talking about it. Getting great advice here and from others I have been talking to has made me feel ... well ... human! We get so pumped up from all the compliments and positive feedback sometimes it makes us feel like we are infallable and that just isn't true. Keep on plugging along is almost exactly what a friend of mine said today. She has never had a weight problem, but works at keeping it that way every day of her life. Some days aren't as successful as others. But she says... taking care of yourself is a lifelong commitment that you make. You aren't perfect, but if you are consistent and persistent, you will be just fine. Good advice, huh? Thanks for writing in Tammy, I hope by bringing this subject up, it may have helped you. You sure have helped me by not making me feel alone in this. hugs, Terri