Help out a Newbie

[rosamel900]

Hi people out there.

I'm Becca and I am 17 years old and a senior in high school.

Im 5'5 and 210 pounds.

I've always been fat, it's never gone away. It's had me retreating into myself for years and I'm just so depressed.

I don't know how to change my life around. I've read all the websites and books. I know what I have to do. I just can't start.

I'd love to be able to go to prom feeling good about myself, but i dont know how that's even possible.

I don't know, I'm kind of hopeless and don't know what to do.

I dont want to keep living like this.

Help?

Thanks.

 

[dudeitstime]

My first question would be - why can't you start?

But really for some people it's just about flipping the switch. Some are ready and some are not. I can see you want to make that change. You're NOT hopeless. Please don't say that. You made a good move in signing up here. That says you're motivated. Motivation keeps going through the good, the bad, and the ugly. You don't have to keep living like that. I know how you feel, I've been there and done that. Trust me though, it's not how life will always be - you just have to take control of it.

What kind of exercising do you do? If none, what are things that interest you? Incorporate them into your daily life. And what kind of foods are you eating? Obviously cutting down and having portioned sizes are going to help. Moderation and exercise are critical.

Don't give up on yourself. I sure as hell won't and I don't want you too either. I think you can definitely drop 15-20 pounds before your prom. Not sure of when that is, but you can get there. Believe in yourself. Sunday, today. It's a new day, a new beginning, and a new journey to find a new happier you. I'll be there and the wonderful people here will be there with you as well. Have faith and confidence in yourself.