leahl's Notizen, 22 Apr 10

Good for you Leahl. First I would like to congratulate you on what you do for a living. It is likely not the easiest of jobs but surely a very worthy one that has its ups and downs with great satisfaction when you rescue/save a troubled youth and get them back on a solid life path. One thing I love about this site is the ability to accurately and honestly track my progress. I realized after years of battling my weight that being honest about what I do is the only way I will ever be successful. I was also bulimic in my youth to the point that I was a senior in high school standing at 6' 1" with a large bone structure weighing a grossly unhealthy 128 lbs. This site with its tools have given me the additional motivation to really do it and do it right this time. The data I have accumulated over the past month has been eye opening. I have routinely gone over my RD, but have also stayed under, and with exercise have seen good weight loss. It also helps to see what other people are doing and how they deal with their challenges. I applaud you with your effort and wish you the greatest of success on this journey which will last a lifetime. Good luck and keep fighting the good fight... 

Thank you so much for your kind words! I love what I do, it certainly has its ups and downs though! I agree completely, honesty will get you everywhere. I am so glad there are others out there with stories similar to mine. I was miserable for years and compromised my health to be thin. I know I will always struggle with my relationship with food, but it helps so much to have support. Thank you again! Good luck to you as well!  

Congrats Leah! I honestly don't think you'd find people judging you here - we are all here for the same purpose - get healthy and find some support along the way. Best of luck to you on your journey :-)