Question:
Reward Ideas Needed Please!
I am 6 1/2 months post-op. I have been treating myself each time I reach a major weight loss goal. So far, I have treated myself to tanning, pedicure, manicure, jewerly, new clothes, new hair style, hair professionaly colored and a new job. I am running out of ideas. My next goal reward will be a massage. I have 35 lbs to go after that one. My ultimate reward is a trip to the beach. Please pass along any suggestions you have. I appreciate your help. These added rewards along with weight loss really have increased my self esteem. Thanks — june22 (posted on July 16, 2003)
July 15, 2003
How about a trip to Victoria's Secret for some extravagant undies? Just an
idea? Or pick out an outfit that you wouldn't want to wear til you reach
that goal - for me new clothes are always the greatest treat. One of my
biggest tools for inspiring myself was to make a list of things that I
wanted to do physically and couldn't and then to check them off as I
accomplished them. Do you belong to a gym or have a good bike? Maybe that
would be a good reward - or joining some social group. Since you are
healthier and feeling better and have more energy, how about volunteering
for some worthy organization. I don't think our rewards have to be
"material" - some of the most rewarding things we can do involve
helping others.
Hope this gives you some ideas.
— Patty_Butler
July 15, 2003
Congratulations on your success! Have you thought about rewarding yourself
with things you never tried before BECAUSE of the weight? I know that
because of my low self-esteem, there have been many things i've held back
from doing for fear of people's reaction to my weight (i know that nothing
would really happen, but my low self-esteem tells me i would be made fun
of). One of mine is to finally try singing in front of a bunch of people
(maybe karaoke, or maybe even an open mic night) instead of just to myself.
Just a thought, and good luck with whatever you decide!
— sweetmana
July 15, 2003
How about a membership to a nice gym, or line dancing classes....these are
things I'm thinking of after my panniculectomy/mastopexy (Sept 12, 03).
Then I'm off to get a belly button ring (I'm living my teens now in my 30's
since I missed out on them in my teens..lol). -Keep up the hard work...it's
definately not easy..but oh so worth it. -Kim open RNY 7/17/01 282/135/125
— KimBo36
July 15, 2003
I too set up a rewards system for each major goal. I reached my first one
of a new hair style. Next come a manicure. When I reach the century club,
I am taking my husband to Sybaris - a very nice hotel that has themed rooms
and pools in the rooms. It is very expensive and I have always wanted to
go. I also thought of teeth whitening, trip to 6 flags - since I will fit
in the rides.
I choose rewards that I wouldn't normally do for myself that help my
outward appearance which I think might help my self esteem, or fun things
to do.
— Heather M.
July 15, 2003
Gosh, and I thought my new pair of earrings every ten pounds was
extravagant....
— koogy
July 15, 2003
I got contacts at the century mark which was also my dropping out of morbid
obesity. The contacts were less than a sucess though because I needed
reading glasses with the contacts. Sigh. Now I have ten pounds to being out
of severly obese and merely obese and I will die my hair blond
(professionally done - I have the appointment so I have to really work).
When I get to 200 pounds which I haven't weighed in over 25 years I'm
planning to get a tatoo and when I get to my goal of 180 (no longer obese -
just "overweight") I'm planning to go have photos done a Glamour
Shots. Other ideas: How about a make-over? Find a local Mary Kay consultant
or go to Merle Norman or the department stores. Buy some new make up -
Spend some money on your skin - Mary kay skin care is awesome. How about
new shoes - my feet have changed size, a new purse? Take a college class in
something just for fun or a craft class at a local fabric and craft store.
Good Luck.
— Sunny S.
July 16, 2003
Brenda,
I'm 13 months post op, I first started with the nails, and pedicures, and
moved up to tanning, did the hair thing too with every goal met and kept. I
too am about 17-20 pounds away from my personal (Goal weight), I was
thinking that I would continue to reward myself with all the small stuff,
the tanning and the nails, I don't get my hair done as it's thinning
(Still) on and off again...
I also gave myself, 2 different necklaces at my 6 months mark, at my 1 year
mark, I was going to get a belly peice, always wanted one, but opted not to
do it,,,, If I ever get a TT it would vanish..by belly button would
dissapear...
My next reward will either be, a TT or a (.) (.) Boob Job. as in the
proccess of loosing all the weight I've lost all of my chest.
That'll be my next reward !
— tannedtigress
July 16, 2003
Brenda,
I'm 13 months post op, I first started with the nails, and pedicures, and
moved up to tanning, did the hair thing too with every goal met and kept. I
too am about 17-20 pounds away from my personal (Goal weight), I was
thinking that I would continue to reward myself with all the small stuff,
the tanning and the nails, I don't get my hair done as it's thinning
(Still) on and off again...
I also gave myself, 2 different necklaces at my 6 months mark, at my 1 year
mark, I was going to get a belly peice, always wanted one, but opted not to
do it,,,, If I ever get a TT it would vanish..by belly button would
dissapear...
My next reward will either be, a TT or a (.) (.) Boob Job. as in the
proccess of loosing all the weight I've lost all of my chest.
That'll be my next reward !
— tannedtigress
July 16, 2003
How about a facial, expensive perfume, a good book, membership to a health
club or even set aside some money for that new wardrobe.
— jan M.
July 16, 2003
I love that Glamour Shots idea!
— jen41766
July 16, 2003
i want diamond stud earring when i hit the century mark.
— carolsaunders
July 16, 2003
How about having a family portrait made including your kids and grandkids
and you! I am still pre-op and NOTORIOUS for hogging the camera in an
effort to stay out of pictures. I was looking thru our family album the
other day and I was so sad to realize the album makes it seem I'm not a
very big part of our family. The professional family photo is one treat I
want after surgery.
Good luck to you!
— Kimberly S.
July 16, 2003
The other ideas are cool, but here's one you may not have considered.
Cosmetic contact lenses just to change the color of your eyes occasionally.
Just a thought for somethng ginchy.
— Susan R.
July 16, 2003
I've used the "reward trip" to Victoria's Secret, and I must say
it was one of my favorite rewards thus far. I also really like the family
portrait/glamour shots idea--Lord knows I avoided the camera like the
plague just a year ago. My next reward (when I reach my goal weight) is a
small, tasteful tattoo (whoever said previously that they were living their
teens now--me too)! If I maintain my goal weight for a year, I'm planning
on a cruise! Good luck to you.
— Laurie A.
July 16, 2003
Something you've NEVER done before. I want to skydive! I want to
rollerblade. I want to do all the shopping for some HOT, SEXY clothes.
Photo shoots are a great idea! I'm also planning to volunteer at a library
where I can read to young kids (they can be all too honest when you're
obese). A tattoo is on my list. And I'd love to lease a motorcycle and go
for a weekend trip (don't want to own one, just the experience).
I've hit 50lbs and with another 80 to go, I have time to think about more
ideas.
Good luck to each of you!!!
— Diane S.
July 16, 2003
HI - I am about to reward myself in the fall with... Bungee Jumping and
Parachuting! In the spring of 2004, I plan to get a motorcycle...or, at
least my motorcycle license so I can rent one when the urge to ride hits
me! These are things I love to do that I just couldn't do being fat.
However, I have to say this, everytime I sit somewhere comfortably, cross
my legs, wear a sexy dress or get checked out at the grocery store... I
feel rewarded!! Have a great day!!!
— teresa M.
July 17, 2003
How about an arrangement of your favorite fresh flowers? We always seem to
give them as gifts to others. But rarely do people buy fresh flowers for
non-occasions. You can have
a florist make an custom made arrangement from one of your
favorite pieces of glassware. Or you can buy your own cut flowers to make
an arrangement. (P.S. I'm not in the floral business) (lol)
Congrats. on your progress and best wishes on continous success. Anne Kirby
— Aynikaye
July 18, 2003
Hey! I'm 5 weeks post op and I also have a series of gifts I want to give
myself. For every 40 pounds I lose I have thought of the follow things:
Lasik surgery (to get rid of my glasses that I've worn since 5th grade
FOREVER), professional teeth whitening, laser hair removal (for my
embarrasing facial hair under my chin and above my lip), manicure,
pedicure, glammar shots, and finally a tummy tuck and breast lift. :)
— sherrisantos
Click Here to Return