Samantha Pelkey-Flock Posted June 20, 2013 Share Posted June 20, 2013 Hi Everyone! Tomorrow starts my second attempt at the Whole 30. The last time I tried it I was living in a small town in Illinois where not only did I not have a lot of access to the right kinds of food -- I was also dealing with depression in a very serious way. I was always very motivated to start eating right, to change my life... But by day 10 it would prove to be too much of a burden. Today, I am recently relocated to a wonderful city with CHOICES! Not just choices in food, but choices in products that treat animals humanely too! I am also off BOTH of my anti-depressants... But starting a masters program in 4 short days. My life is full of very positive things right now --- with a little stress and anxiety (but who doesn't have that?) I have been married a little over a year. In that time I have gained an additional 30 lbs. At the time of my wedding I felt like I had 60 lbs to lose. So I guess that means I'd like to lose about 90 lbs now. But at this point it's not just about the weight. In essence, weight is just a number. It's about how I feel both mentally and physically. It's about my health! I'd love to be back around the *number* I was when I entered college... But I honestly don't think a number is what will define my happiness. Not feeling so paranoid in public about the way I look and the way others perceive me is a big goal of mine. I never really was one to feel attacked by what other people thought of me (or better yet, what I thought others were thinking of me). But being overweight and unhealthy has made me unhappy in social situations. Always sensitive as to how I fit into the room. I just realized that I'm starting to use this introduction as a blog entry so I'm actually going to end it here and realize that I have a lot of self reflection to do. But I want to thank all of you in advance. I know I will gain a lot of perspective from you all and I could honestly use all the support I can get. Good luck on all of your own journeys as well! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirsteen Posted June 21, 2013 Share Posted June 21, 2013 Welcome Samantha, well done on getting off your meds. i really wish you all success with your W30 and your whole healthy life. good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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