Comments on: Big Goals, Little Goals

By: Ancilla Tila

Ancilla Tila — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:20:08 +0000

This is a good approach for any big project in life, break it down into much more doable steps. Much less daunting!

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:26:29 +0000

@Lisa – Your life can change. And you are working on it. I’m rooting for your success!

@MackAttack – Celebrating each victory is really smart. And not only do you have something to look forward to, but you also have a memory of each milestone you pass! By the way, thanks for the Fiber One information!

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:25:14 +0000

@Theresa – Journaling is very important. I’ve had a lot of people tell me that was what made the difference for them. It was an accountably thing and helped them see where their calories were going.

I emailed you the answers to those questions!

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:24:04 +0000

@Bearfriend – I’m so happy to hear that you have gotten out of the house on a consistent basis this week and taken a walk. I’ve really been thinking about you and hoping you are well. Take care.

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:22:45 +0000

@Taryl – Being below 215 is huge, and how exciting it will be when you are below 210. You will get there even with some setbacks. You can do this! Losing another 14.8 pounds by Christmas is doable. That’s about 1 pound a week or so. I’m rooting for you!

@Jody – Great point about setting specific, measurable goals. Enjoy your weekend Jody.

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:20:27 +0000

@Josie – You are doing great! I’m excited to see the progress you have made and will continue to make. You are 100% right – to run a marathon someday you have to start walking/elliptical etc. Great job!

@Stacy – Thank you for the kind words. Even though you don’t have a tremondous amount to lose, I’d wager that your 13 pounds bothers you in much the same way that my weight did. I think it’s great that you are taking steps to move where you want to be. I’ll let you know if I can think of some kid friendly, healthy recipes! I do have some around here!

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:17:50 +0000

@Jack – I like the phrase “tightening my own leash.” It really is about reigning ourselves in and seeing success day after day.

@Dr. J – It obviously worked well because you made it through and are now successful at what you do!

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:16:25 +0000

@Tresa, You are welcome for the reminder! You have done great with your exercise. You can get the food part going and you will get to where you want to be!!

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:15:27 +0000

@Joanna – I can get into ruts too – just ask my family. Great idea for getting organized and doing prep work ahead of time!

@Janet – Your life sounds very similiar to mine. Kids, laundry, and errands!

By: Diane

Diane — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:14:13 +0000

@Leah – Don’t stress!! You only have a few more pounds until you are in the 100’s! That’s what I’d focus on right now because you can do this.

@Chris – What a great idea to buy a scale that shows your loss to such a precise amount. Especially when you are small-boned and the weight loss is slow but steady. I wish you all the success on the rest of your journey.