From Claire, Age 19 - 08/22/08 - IP#: 64.131.204.xxx Click here to reply Ht. 5'4", Start: 210 lb, Today: 175 lb (BMI %tile: 94), Goal: 150 lb - I hate looking in the mirror :( it's the saddest part of each of my days. I hate myself.
Reply from Trev, Age 15 - 08/23/08 - IP#: 69.205.172.xxx Hey, dont feel bad. In one year-last year, actually- I gained an entire 40 to 50 pounds. It was awful; a probobly felt as bad as I must have looked. But, I survived, pressed onward and began to lose the wieght, as should you. I hope this helps, and I apologize if I sounded critical.
Reply from Claire, Age 19 - 08/22/08 - IP#: 64.131.204.xxx Hey, yeah I know I've been whining a lot lately...maybe cause I'm just so frustrated and venting and whining just comes out naturally. I know you're here for me, thanks Flower=) you know I'm here for you too. I've just been annoying and pessimistic lately and I hate it. I wish I had the confidence and optimism to carry on through but it seems that if I don't see the lbs go down..I have none of that. I feel like I'm doing everything wrong, you know? ok thanks though for caring!
Reply from Flower Fawn, Age 15 - 08/22/08 - IP#: 71.175.120.xxx P.S. Check these out for comfort & motivation! 1.) www.seventeen.com/health-sex-fitness/body-types/body-peace-pledge 2.) www.seventeen.com/fun-stuff/music-playlists/body-peace-playlist 3.)www.seventeen.com/fun-stuff/special/get-confident-0807
Reply from Flower Fawn, Age 15 - 08/22/08 - IP#: 71.175.120.xxx I know how you feel, gf! I don't like my body either right now. I have acne (gross), my arms are flabby, I have thick thighs, my belly hangs over my pants, and my face is puffy. But you know what? That shouldn't stop you from living life! Remember that we're all here for you and all go through crappy times in our lives. Just try to focus on the positive and stick to your goal. This past year and a half was really tough for me becuase of a lot of family/financial issues I had to deal with, but it only made me stronger, and work harder for what I wanted. It takes a lot of work to drown out negative media and society, but once you start liking yourself and loosing weight things will seem much brighter, trust me. Claire, whining will not get you what you want. Sorry, don't take that as criticism or anything, but I know what you're going through, and sometimes you just need to tough it out. :D I gained back almost 20 lbs in a year, and it sucks. But I realized that no matter how weak and powerless the media wants us to feel, we control our own destinies, we have the power to change ourselves for the better!!! Never give up, girl! You were always there for me, now I'm here for you. Just keep going with a smile!
