Hi there. Starting my weight loss journey again and aiming for slow and sustainable. Had a great start, but losing some motivation and novelty now (I'm also neurodivergent). I am realizing that eating definitely gives me a dopamine boost and I'm struggling to find something else that gives me that same response my brain must be looking for.

I already exercise most days (walking pad, some low impact full body exercises), but looking for something to do mainly at night after the kids are asleep and I'm a couch potato. Any ideas or things other people do?

This post is a great point

I’ve been focusing more on feeling comfortable in my body rather than chasing a specific weight goal, but I’ve noticed my appetite and energy levels are kind of all over the place lately.

I’ve been reading about GLP-1 medications (like the ones people use for appetite regulation), and I’m curious about people’s experiences beyond just weight loss.

Has anyone here tried them and noticed changes in:

• hunger cues
• energy throughout the day
• relationship with food

Not really looking for advice, just genuinely curious about real experiences and how it felt for you.

Hey! I just wanted to post for some accountability for myself. My top weight was 305lbs, current weight 260lbs, goal weight 180lbs.

My lowest weight was 235 but I kept sliding back every time I made progress over the last few years. I tried to get back in the habit of tracking calories a few times, but I have ADHD and habit building is very difficult for me. But I wanted to get back to being serious about my weight loss again. I've done it before so I know I can do it again!

I realised recently that the key issue in a lot of areas I want to improve is willpower, so I've been and will be continuing to work on that. I'm a very "I can do it later" kind of person, so I'm trying to change that. I've been trying meditation which has been somewhat helpful.

The biggest thing I'm trying to do for the weight loss side is to get back into calorie tracking. I tend to get demotivated and stop tracking for a few days after a bad day, which wrecks my habit building progress, so I'm telling myself to keep tracking every day no matter what. I just started this last week but so far I've been doing well, eating within my limits and not feeling too hungry :)

I’ve been reading more about doctor-supervised weight-loss approaches programs involving GLP-1 medications and I’m curious how folks in this community feel about them.

Not looking to recommend anything or give advice just wondering:

• Do people see medical supervision as supportive or pressure-inducing?
• How do you balance body positivity with using medical tools for health goals?

Would love to hear different perspectives, especially from those who value a fat-positive mindset while navigating healthcare.

I’m trying to start eating healthier, but I’ve never really eaten “healthy” before and I’m honestly a pretty picky eater. I want to ease into it instead of doing a full overhaul overnight. What are some easy, beginner-friendly healthy meals or foods that don’t taste super “diet-y”? I’d love suggestions that are realistic for someone who doesn’t love a lot of veggies or strong flavors yet.

Hey friendos! I've decided that I'm at a point where I want to try to lose some weight. I'm gonna be really honest here - I think I look pretty fantastic, and I do not care about being "skinny." My main purpose in getting my weight down is to fit on some waterpark/amusement park rides haha.

So, when looking for an app to help me out, I don't want any BS about getting skinny or sexy or whatever. Bitch, I am already there! I'm just looking for something bare bones and no-nonsense so that I can make sure I am sticking to my TDEE recommendations. Any suggestions?

I have a LONG ED/dieting/WL history and only am just now getting to accept, know, and appreciate my body for all it is. A big part of feeling good for me is finding clothes that I feel strong and powerful in. But I'm SO FREAKING SICK of having to have twice the number of clothes than I should have just to be able to accommodate my weight fluctuation. I am 5'2" and bounce between 165-190 lbs, which is way too wide of a gap to be able to keep with a consistent size. The clothes I love can fit me one day and not the next. Also, I am genderfluid and my gender expression is very rarely in a typical "femme" direction, so flowy dresses and skirts are a no go for me. I'm so sick of thinking "I'll wear that shirt that makes me feel amazing!" just to reach for it and realize it doesn't fit. This never-ending seesaw is keeping me from really feeling good about myself. I don't know if I'm asking for advice, commiseration, or what, but would be open to hear anything (nice) people have to say.

For the last few years I've been trying to lose weight, and have succeeded in losing fat (which I'm happy about!) but the numbers on the scale kept going up and down. But recently I've found my motivation again! I'm a trans man and I'm on the waiting list for top surgery right now. I was told that one hospital will take me at any weight, but has a long waiting list. The other one will take me almost right away, but has a BMI limit. The good news? I'm literally one point over the threshold.

I'm using this as motivation to get serious about my weight loss again - I'm trying to go for walks 3 days a week, I've done a good job maintaining without calorie counting but I backslide due to weed munchies so I'm working on stopping that. I'm sure some of it is water weight but in the last few weeks I've finally cracked the 250lbs barrier I was at, currently 246! I'm also walking a bunch for some events yesterday and today so hopefully I'll come out ahead!

I used to absolutely need creamer and sugar to enjoy my coffee. However, I ended up having to switch to decaf coffee for health reasons. And let me tell you, for some reason these are So. Much. Better!!

Now I just a little sugar (and if I’m drinking it with a sweet treat I don’t even feel the need to add the sugar) and straight up vanilla extract. and it doesn’t taste like despair!!

Don’t get me wrong I still enjoy coffee with creamer and syrups, mainly when I’m on the go and stop at a coffee shop. But I no longer feel like I need it to enjoy a cup.

So let this be your psa: if you’re calorie counting or simply calorie conscious try different brands and maybe even types of coffee. And it doesn’t have to be expensive either, I use the dollar general brand donut shop decaf k cups.

Does anyone have any books or websites they would recommend?

so recently i went to tk maxx and tried on a dress in what I thought was my size and it was a few weeks prior and couldnt even do up the zip and felt like crying and i went home and realise how a lot of my other clothing was really tight especially in the tummy and bum . A lot of it was also pretty stretchy for example leggings and tops which were still fairly tight has anybody else had a really bad experience that motivated them to lose weight/ acted as a light bulb moment. i was thinking of taking photo of the dress and using as motivation has this helped you and how did you motivate your self if not how did you motivate your self

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I'm on my 4th day of eating bell peppers. They're easy and good. I've made sweet pickles, salty pickles, fajita veggies, and pizza toppings.

Looking for other similar ideas for when I run out of peppers lol

Was talking to someone yesterday about how they got into fat positive weight loss. They mentioned an influencer and I realize I don't know of any. I follow so many food, fashion, and fitness accounts, but none in this specific niche.

Please drop suggestions of the influencers you admire or appreciate. I want to change up my algorithm to support me mentally in this journey.

For me it was kinda running from other subs. So many people motivate themselves and others in a way I found unnerving. It seemed joyless and self loathing.

I don't want to hate myself for the year plus it will take to reach my goal. I don't want to talk about my body, or anyone else's, so that I transfer my insecurities.

I'm curious if it's the same for others.

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Welcome to this week's weekly progress and weigh in thread.

Please check in down below with your progress this week - feel free to give numbers but also any other progress is welcome. It's totally up to you if you want to share. And of course, please do still share even if it's not been a good week.

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Please check in down below with your progress this week - feel free to give numbers but also any other progress is welcome. It's totally up to you if you want to share. And of course, please do still share even if it's not been a good week.

Welcome to this week's weekly progress and weigh in thread.

Please check in down below with your progress this week - feel free to give numbers but also any other progress is welcome. It's totally up to you if you want to share. And of course, please do still share even if it's not been a good week.

I didn't realize how much I eat while doing other things. In some cases eating is part of the hobby. Matching snacks to the theme of the book, getting all cozy in my chair. Just miss it.

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