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Wow - I have been away for a while as I lost my weight - and then so frustratingly put alot of it on again. Again - like you all - I could kick myself and it is really hard not to go down the self loathing route of not wanting to go out and feeling so ashamed. It is so great to be back here...

I can't even imagine how difficult life must be for you at the moment and can imagine the need to take some of the pain away with food must be really high. What support are you having in all this. Is it possible for you to have some one to one counselling with someone or go to a support...

I can't even really imagine what you and your family are going through. It must all seem like a nightmare that you hope you will all wake up from. I have unfortunately known several parents and families who have lost children and whilst there is unbearable and unimaginable pain for a long...

Well done for starting Lighter life - its a big step so be proud of yourself. I know from being on the boards just for a few months that most people here have other family/health/work worries and challenges going on in their lives apart from the ones posed by LL. I am sure this will be the...

Am doing lighter life lite too and have had weeks were I have only lost 1 lb too and other weeks were I have not been particularly strict and lost more. There does not seem to be any rhyme or reason sometimes and it can be disheartening but remember its all in the right direction and its not a...

You poor thing - you must be in a state of complete shock and trying to process this all. I know when I have received shocks in the past it actually takes a few days to absorb/process it all and be able to think/see more clearly. You are a strong lady and (am sure your sister is too)...

So chuffed for you - you have lost a huge amount of weight and must feel like a new person. A new person (not just physically) but more importantly emotionally. You are back in control and that is brilliant. I know the control aspect will be the biggest battle for me when I go back to...

Have lost about 21 lbs and noticed bingo wings flapping the other day as its the first time I have worn short sleeves - Yuk!. Will try some swimming. Actually wasn't aware that the skin does shrink back in time - so that is some good news at least. "In time" will I become a Cindy Crawford...

Just wanted to thank you guys for responding - it really was a big help to me to emphasise that I needed to stay on track. To be honest I had that horrible tense sicky feeling in my stomach all day and therefore wasn't that hungry. We all had a big cry last night (and think there will be a...

I heard the tragic news this morning that a little lad in my daughters class had died over the weekend. He was only thirteen and I believe it was due to a medical condition. It has really upset me and I just feel for the parents so much. In the past I would probably have turned to food...

A friend of mine took her soup along to the restaurant and explained she was on a diet and asked them to prepare it for her. It took some bottle - and not sure I would have been able to do so - but they were fine about it. Think she rang them beforehand and explained the situation first...

Think we are all aware that we are inclined to use food to sooth our feelings and calm us down at times but what emotion is most likely to make you turn to food. Have always thought I eat when I'm really happy (as a treat/reward etc) or when I'm sad to give myself a boost. But now being...

I could have written most of these threads as can relate to much that is being said. Mine are 13, 14 and my little star who is 8 (and still easy). Again seem to have to nag nag nag for anything to be done. With regards to homework - I would feel myself getting really annoyed with them both and...

Gosh you poor thing - you must be heartbroken. I know its hard but be gentle with yourself and get as much support as you can. I know you must be worried about the LL stuff too but really try and keep the two emotions seperated. We are all with you in spirit. xx

Am also struggling at the moment so sending my support and let all dig deep and focus on our goals. Good luck and its important not to have a real downer about it.

Hi there - when I read this I nearly did a double take - you could be talking about me!! Have also had a really stressful couple of days with family life and lapsed really badly. Binged etc and now really regret it big time but am feeling really down on myself this morning. I think I will...

Agree - thanks for your help and well done. Just realised too how much weight you have lost - its a huge amount - so well done.

Thanks for your reply. Managed to persuade them to have a curry and just had a tandoori chicken which was fine as am on LLL.

Am having a chinese takeaway with friends tomorrow and am wondering what is the best/only food I can really eat. Any advice appreciated. Thanks

I agree. Some years you can see some real talent that is about to blossom or some real characters that you know will be interesting to watch. This year there is noone that I really am remotely interested in.

Thanks so much Minerva I really needed to hear that it was all OK and that I wasn't some freak who just couldn't lose masses every week. I think sometimes with these quick loss diets the expectations are so high that if you dont hit the bar you are almost made to feel a failure. I have lost...

Aargh - was feeling cheered up after your kind comments. Then got weighed again today and only lost a 1lb again. Counsellor said it was almost unheard of to only lose 1lb for 2 weeks which set me back again. Is it really unusual for this to happen. I know its LLL so the weight loss must be a...

Have lost a stone in a month and now completely plateaued and feeling really fed up. Only lost a 1lb last week and feel this week will be about the same. Am not doing anything wrong so please need some encouragement as I really thought this whole process would be quite quick. Appreciate any...

I think the whole situation is so tragic. She is so young and her children need their mum in their life. What I admire about Jade is that she pulled herself up from such a dreadful start in life and knew instinctively what was best for her boys and what she wanted for them. She didn't go...

Thanks alot for all your replies and giving me the answer I wanted to hear! Its 7 bars for me then at stock up time tonight.

Am due to get next weeks supply tomorrow and really fancy a bit more substance. Does it really make no difference to the weight loss if I was to have 1 bar a day instead of a that second shake or soup. Is it just in my mind that the bars may slow down the weight loss because they are more...

Thanks guys - have narrowed it down to the chocolate shake which is a big surprise as I am usually addicted and totally compatible to anything chocolate!

Thought it was just me that was losing it. My lot are the other end of the spectrum - teenagers - and they are driving me mad too. Its only my 2nd week and have had to live through them all being off school, power cuts, and a cold. Hope it gets better as I could soon be slim and single!

Have just started LLL (8 days in) and am finding it fine apart from the fact that I feel slightly sicky most of the time. Just wondered if this was normal or part of the experience.