10 Weight Loss Lies We Tell Ourselves // Over 50 Weight Loss

[@elainagrider979]

Mentioned "everything I do is for over 50" in the update... just so you know, I'm 32 and LOVE all your videos! I'm convinced we could be good friends lol!

[@Jilsyt]

Not sure why your video popped up on my main page, but I watched it and found you to be so honest and fun to listen to! Also, I'm 38 and a bit overweight, and I thought, "Oh my, she's saying my metabolism will drop!?! I'd better work on this now!" So, thanks!

[@debinehls4578]

I agree with you on the top 10 lies we tell ourselves... I’ve been through menopause, am 58 years old, lost 50 pounds we WW and have kept it off for 12 years! I’m at my lowest weight... 122lbs and am 5’5’’ tall... you can do what you set your mind to even in your 50’s or older!!!

[@MindfulMidlife]

That is awesome and so inspiring-thank you!

[@bev3279]

Oh Bobbie, I’ve told myself all these lies and more! Sometimes I would amaze myself that I actually believe the lie at the time ..... especially if I’m hungry!🤣 I think you’re a joy to watch❤️

[@MindfulMidlife]

I think we could rationalize anything when we are really hungry. I know I could.

[@barbarac3149]

These are so true. My mother, my hero, decided at age 80 she was going to lose weight, and she did. She lost 103 lbs. She became a lifetime member and kept it off for 11 years. I always asked her what made her change. Her answer was "I stopped lying to myself." I lost her last August and she was healthy until the last few months of her life. I believe it is because she had lost all the weight. I know this is long, your video just blew me away. My mother's words came back to me. I miss her so much. Thank you for this video.

[@MindfulMidlife]

I’m so sorry you lost your hero! What a great legacy to inspire her daughter to live authentically and healthy! 💕

[@sherrysteiner7434]

Thank you once again, Bobbie. With your inspiration, I have now lost 45 pounds, the most I have ever lost in my life. You may have very well saved my life, and my knee pain is gone. Thank you!

[@MindfulMidlife]

YOU saved your life Sherry! That is amazing. 💕

[@joyinthejourney2686]

I can tell you the worst lie I tell myself. Because I have a lot to lose, (still more than 100 lbs- I have lost 83) I tell myself I will never get to goal. The smaller lie, is that I don't count my coffee creamer. You have made me rethink this.

[@smilesandbestwishes8597]

You can do it! Hugs

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh, the creamer. That one is always hard for me as well. You WILL get to goal if you don’t give up. Cheering for you! 💕

[@joyinthejourney2686]

@@MindfulMidlife Thanks Bobbie

[@LisaMonique]

I'm getting on my treadmill tomorrow and will start tracking again...I'm at the point none of my pants are fitting anymore, that over 50 spread in the middle...and I have been almost binge eating in anticipation of healthy eating...and I don't ever plan food... I love the updates, and yes, we are friends!!!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh, the binge before the diet syndrome. I’ve done it many times. Thanks friend!

[@ginamarie8231]

Thank you for a wonderful production. You really are a friend to all of us. God bless. ❤️👍🏻

[@lisaharr1477]

Thank you for your honesty ! Yes I have told myself the exact same lies about weight loss ! Thankfully I have realized that the lies and cheating caused me to gain the weight and the only thing that will take it off is being honest ! It's ok to cheat occasionally if you plan for it ! That has been a good lesson for me. You are so inspiring and because of your success in losing weight I decided to join WW. I tried to lose weight on my own for years and could not. Thank you for your channel ! I love it and look forward to every video you make !

[@MindfulMidlife]

I’m so glad you are getting started. 💕

[@MameysMedley]

Hi Bobbie! I was so happy to see this video today. Thank you for this! We all need it! I would love more videos on your weight loss journey.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thanks for the encouragement Marney!

[@MameysMedley]

@@MindfulMidlife Your channel inspired me to join WW. So I did and so far I am down 14 lbs. I hope to be able to actually see progress on my channel as usually it's first noticed in my face......praying for continued success....

[@oilinmylamp]

These are really good! Going to watch this now and again as a reminder!

[@karenb2958]

Totally agree with you. Thank you for sharing. Love your videos.

[@trippinwithgrandma5718]

God bless you Bobbie! Thank you for sharing your insights and wisdom and just fun ideas! You are a welcome blessing in my life!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thank you so much Enid! 💕

[@debschafer6993]

Bobby I couldn't agree with you more. I think anyone who has tried to loss weight has done or thought at least some of those lies. It's always good to hear it from someone other than yourself. Love your channel. Always excited to see you have a new video up. TFS

[@MindfulMidlife]

I think we all need the kick to remember periodically. I know I do. Thank you Deb.

[@tracyjudd3877]

Pretty girl, thank you for saying what we are all thinking. I needed this too:) Praying for your journey & ours, sweet friend.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thank you Tracy!

[@loricogsdale9181]

Great Advice! I so needed to hear this!! Thank You!

[@lindapetal3906]

Excellent video, and so accurate. I can identify with all that you said. I lost 115 lbs in 13 months by making a note of everything that I ate. I can have so many portions of each food group in a day, in the correct proportions. So I just made a list of the number of carbs, fats, proteins and fruit I ate in a day. I just put a tick and then counted up the ticks near the end of the day to see how much I had eaten and how much I still had left. I never counted my vegetables (especially as so many of them are free, and even if not free, I had a lot to lose and somebody once told me, you cannot get fat eating vegetables, and they filled me up with a low calorie count). Two sayings that also helped me are 1. A week has 7 days, not 5. 2. I have got a thousand excuses but not one good reason.

[@cindycorrigan3722]

You are such a star! How many of us are starting our diets 'tomorrow'! Exercise is, I agree very necessary, once we reach our 50's everything plummets South, and it is very hard work just to keep everything neutral. I am an older person, so, along with my husband we do what we call PE everyday, because as you grow older your armchair becomes your biggest enemy, it calls to us and we have to resist. Just keep on keeping on! Much love Cindy 😊

[@MindfulMidlife]

PE...I Love it!

[@susanchristie9322]

You are right on the money! Thanks for this reality check! ❤️

[@bonniehollingsworth4555]

OMG. THANK YOU. This so hits me l have so have to get back on program. Since Covid 19 I just more or less have not bothered I haven’t been able to ZOOM so I’ve been without any guidance I thought I could do it without help but I’m sooo wrong Thank you for all your help.

[@susansmith8081]

WHAT?! The lip color looks great! Very natural only better. Very flattering to you.

[@stylewithcathyover50]

Hi Bobbie, this video was great! I totally agree about tracking points, it keeps me on track. When I don't write down what I ate, I quickly fall off of the plan. I love that planner! I like the WW app as well, I am following green strictly online. Yep, I have noticed a lot of changes in my body since I turned 50, it really is true!! I weigh in on Thursdays too... were you in my head, a lot of what you had to say is what I tell myself!! 😜 I am at my daughters this week and I can already tell the difference in my body by making lunch every day instead of eating out, I'm not as puffy as I usually am when I eat out. You are adorable Bobbie, I appreciate your honesty and for being so down to earth. xoxo Cathy

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yes, the bloat is very real when you aren’t eating correctly. That is awesome Cathy. YOU managed to lose weight on a cruise-you are superwoman!

[@daniellem5175]

Oh my goodness-every single ones of these I have done or said to myself!!! Thanks so much for putting this out there. Hearing you say this out loud is great and something I needed to hear!!

[@MindfulMidlife]

I needed reminding myself. 💕

[@lisacoffman3334]

You always look so beautiful. I’m not quite to 50 yet, but I enjoy all of your videos. So glad I found you on here ❤️

[@deborahbradley3402]

You are so right...I am 67, have lost 65# and now am at my goal weight, but want to loose another 10#. Moving is the only way I will succeed! You have motivated me to start moving more...everyday!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Congratulations on your success. You are motivating me! 💕

[@lindafrazier7295]

Great video! We have all told ourselves these lies and that is why we struggle with weight issues lol. Bobbie, I just realized tonight who you remind me of...don't laugh but you look so much like Kate Middleton...does anyone else see it? Anyway, she is beautiful and so are you♡

[@robertasutherland6090]

Linda Frazier I see the resemblance!

[@lindafrazier7295]

@@robertasutherland6090 thank you♡

[@LisaMonique]

She does!!!

[@MindfulMidlife]

You all are crazy but also sweet. 🤗 Thank you!

[@lindafrazier7295]

@@MindfulMidlife LOL I'm serious ♡

[@Lynnventure]

We love to lie to ourselves! in 2018, I lost 60 pounds. My high weight was 304 and I lost down to 244. In 2019 I gained 20 pounds back, now I am on a weight loss journey of my own. I want to get back to 244 (my current goal). As of this morning, I weigh 257, so, I am getting there - 13 pounds to go. It has been super slow, and I don't think I have given enough thought to my metabolism slowing down after 50, so thanks for bringing that up.

[@MindfulMidlife]

I'm so glad you are on the path to lose it ALL! Way to go Lynn! Slow in the right direction is better than fast in the wrong direction!!! Cheering for you!

[@heidiyamami3884]

I loved this!!! It really helped me. Thank you

[@MindfulMidlife]

You are welcome Heidi!

[@melcsmakeupstyle5409]

I loved this! I try and stay mindful everyday of my calorie count. Have a great weekend!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thanks Mel! 💕

[@dekncaz]

Hiya Bobbie, Fantastic video. I watched your beginner make up video and wondered about the eye liner. It would be great if you could show me how to do this in another video. All of your tips whether they be related to weight loss or other topics are very helpful. You're right, it is like listening or talking to a friend. Thanks. Take care. Carolyn from Western Australia

[@MindfulMidlife]

Hi Carolyn, thank you! Sadly, I would not be the one to watch for eyeliner tips, I never wear it.

[@StitchingWithLove]

I’m going to get a bullet journal and create a similar layout to your new journal. Great idea!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Great idea!

[@darnbunny1]

Hi Bobbie,, When I turned 50 I cut out all fats, starches and added sugars. Even when we ate out (I ate a lot of garnish). No more than 10 grams of fat a day (because it exists in the leanest meats). I lost 55 lbs in 5 months and kept it off for 4 years. The moment I went off the diet I gained the 55 back plus 20! You are so right. Diet and exercise have to be realistic and a lifestyle we can live with for the rest of our lives.

[@MindfulMidlife]

I completely understand! The struggle is so real! Don’t give up!

[@kathyomlor920]

Thank you Bobbie! I started Dash Diet for blood pressure and I’m frustrated too bec can’t see much change. Thank you for the encouragement to keep going!! Especially being over 50!!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yes, keep going. Sometimes it’s slow but giving-up will make it even slower. 💕

[@EJNilsson]

So I said it before (many times) and will say it again...I so love you, Bobbie, lol! You ALWAYS seem to be able to know just what I need to hear 😉 and I hear you loud and clear...NO MORE EXCUSES. Time to hold myself accountable.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thank you Jennifer. No more excuses-you go girl!

[@EJNilsson]

@@MindfulMidlife ♥

[@neldacollins2511]

I recently got a fit bit and found because of busy schedules and more sedentary job i don't exercise like when I was young. Exercise for me has to be intentional around my schedule. I really enjoy getting into shape but have to work around to do list. No excuses just commitments to get it done.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Get it done indeed! Well done Nelda!

[@AndreaHay2o]

Very well said. I suppose I'll be saying RIP to our future Chipolte dinners, ice creams and margaritas! Love you!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Ice cream and margaritas? Yes! Chipotle...NEVER! I can eat at Chipotle for low points! 😘

[@novanorman1091]

I loved the beginner kit video- thanks for the damp sponge advise.. Eye liner - I use it on the underside of my lashes to make my lashes look thicker. Brick or Breek? God bless you!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Brick. 💕

[@joyceadair3003]

Bobby I’m telling you we are exact opposite I’ve always been underweight and had to make sure that I eat enough. It can go both ways and could be miserable so I do understand the frustration.

[@tjojohnson600]

I have lost 30 pounds but now I’m dealing with loose skin around my middle as well as wrinkles on my face. Did you have to deal with that when you lost 50lbs? Thank you for your channel-. You’re a breath of fresh air!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yes, I do have that issue to a point. I don’t carry my weight in the upper half so it didn’t have as much of an impact.

[@michellemartino1140]

you’ve inspired me! I am all over the map jumping from program to program and wind up failing and gaining. I’ve spent and wasted sooo much $$$$. My doctor has ALWAYS says WW is THE ONLY lifestyle program that works. Because it’s not a diet it’s a forever program.

[@MindfulMidlife]

You CAN do it! Cheering for you Michelle!

[@robinburrell4421]

What a good video.

[@faytaylor7265]

Oh my gosh. We are all the same - liers I tell ya!! You are a joy to watch Bobbie. Don't beat yourself up, you look wonderful!!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thanks so much Fay!

[@faytaylor7265]

I meant liArs!! :)

[@connierhoden5685]

Thanks Bobbi! Do you plan on doing any what I eat in a day? Or let us know how you go about planning your menu for the week? Just love your vlogs.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Not on my list right now but at some point I may. Thanks for the encouragement!

[@Hannah_MK]

You are beautiful! And thank you for this. I’m 22 and not overweight, but I’ve had 2 babies in the past 2 years and so I’ve gained and lost a lot of weight (and would like to lose 10 more pounds). I’ve definitely told myself these lies in one way or another! Except instead of menopause, I’ve used pregnancy as my excuse to eat less healthfully or eat too much.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Congrats on two babies! Yup, I remember using pregnancy as an excuse.

[@JamiesGirl1990]

I think I saw that same video about the not counting! If it was the same one through, she was a long distance runner. So I figured for her, she's probably leaving a whole bunch of fit points on the table each week. So the things she's "not counting" are just coming out of her fit points. I "don't count" 3 points worth of chocolate, up to 5 days a week, because my fit points more than cover them, but I don't want to see all of my fit points available to me in the app, if that makes sense. Wonderful video, as usual!

[@MindfulMidlife]

That would make sense.

[@loraborealis2551]

Your hair and sweater are so cute in this video 💕

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thank you! It’s the softest sweater I own and I think it was from Old Navy so cheap.

[@sandyjenkins8547]

I totally agree with you....I enjoy your videos because we are always on the same page

[@Jah-st2bn]

Love your videos. ♥️

[@judymcavoy1935]

I love following you. I have flirted with ww for years. Your posts have encouraged me to get faithful!! I have been trying to lose the same 10-15 pounds for years. I have believed many of the lies you mentioned. Thank you for your sweet spirit and love for the Lord.

[@MindfulMidlife]

You are welcome Judy!!! You CAN do it!!!

[@beingkitschroeder2507]

#11. No one can see me. No witnesses, no calories.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Oh boy! 😂

[@shailyy3202]

Hey Bobbie I can't just help looking n admiring your beautiful hair cut n life that oozes out from them.. How do you manage that silkyness that life in them inspite of coloring them often? Pls do share

[@MindfulMidlife]

I just did three videos on how I did my hair. Here’s the playlist kzbin.info/aero/PLUAoYeJjtcBMpUBsvqWtQIMbNshyZGO4c

[@shailyy3202]

alrdy saw them

[@denisemcallister9874]

I think you look absolutely gorgeous just how you are.. It really is a balance .. to be a healthy weight and still enjoy yourself without being totally regimented. Eating out is one of life’s pleasures. I hope you do go out and eat what you fancy, from time to time, without counting the points. Personally I believe portion control is more important but hey, just my opinion of course.. 😊

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thank you Denise! I go out way too often and sometimes I do eat without points in mind. Yes, a pleasure just not one I can do too often. 💕

[@theresajohnson9497]

I lost 20 lbs before Christmas. And then - well - Christmas. I was sure I’d get back on track after the new year, but I haven’t. I’ve been telling myself a lot of these lies. Ugh. I NEED to get back on track. (I am also 53)

[@MindfulMidlife]

I feel your pain! Maybe I should go get my bathing suit out ... THAT might motivate me. 😳

[@JamiesGirl1990]

Have you considered trying a new plan? I think switching to a new color so that you have to be kind of learning a new system and therefore are more mindful of everything you're eating, instead of assuming you basically know the points to everything, could be a good way to break out of a plateu

[@MindfulMidlife]

Haven’t considered that but good idea. I am going to try something very soon. I’ll be filming it so you will know if it works-it’s radical for me so...yikes!

[@sundancemorrow978]

I think telling yourself that you had a bad week so your not going to weigh in.. that’s a lie I’ve told myself .

[@kimfoster560]

Oh boy! You hit a nerve that quite honestly I needed to be hit, and hit hard! LOL! Thank you for bringing it to the fore thought! Love your videos so much!!

[@MindfulMidlife]

You are welcome Kim. We all need reminding on this journey. I know I do. ❤️

[@lifeinthemiddle3121]

Counting calories is the only thing that has worked for me recently.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Keep going with what works. 👍

[@michellemartino1140]

I have said every one of your list of excuses!

[@cynthiahill3778]

Guilty !!! All planners are sold out. I’ll try again later.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Bummer! It's also sold on Amazon!

[@nanamonique]

You look beautiful 😍❣️❣️❣️

[@debm6507]

Bobbie I always wish I could give your videos several thumbs up!

[@MindfulMidlife]

Thank you so much Debe! 💕

[@lisawilson7889]

Here’s another one: Now that I’m retired, I’ll have more time to cook healthy meals, so I don’t need to meal plan anymore. And another one: I don’t need WW; I should be able to do this on my own, because I know how WW works.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Two very good (bad) lies.

[@annemariec7659]

Oh I've said all of those to myself at one point. 😉

[@MindfulMidlife]

I think we all have.

[@SwapSeasons]

#5 especially resonates with me 👍 which is why I don’t like hearing the phrase “If I can do it, anyone can” because we all have different abilities and physiologies. It’s important to not be hard on ourselves. Love your videos Bobbie.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yup, I hate that phrase as well. We need to give ourselves some grace as well.

[@mildredbc5425]

💕

[@aprilh5186]

It's funny, the arrogance that you spoke of in #10 is how I feel about people continuing to count calories while on WW. I know you mentioned doing this and I don't understand why. Yes, fruits and vegetables have calories despite being 0 points but don't you think the WW experts have thought of that? Don't you think they have done extensive research on the effects of 0 point foods? I don't see the benefits of counting both.

[@MindfulMidlife]

Hi April. You have a good point. I don't think you should count points as well as count calories. I said to be mindful of calories. I NEVER want to count calories again. The points do work. I just believe that we can have better success if we are mindful of choosing lower calorie items. If the way someone is eating is working - they are losing weight - no need to change. If someone isn't losing while staying within the points, they may want to look at their choices in light of calories. I hope that makes sense.

[@hashtagCatholic]

I. did. not. know. that. about the sponge. Really! Who reads directions. Maybe that's why the sponge never worked for me... Thanks for the update!! 💖

[@MindfulMidlife]

Yes...I’m so glad I put it in this video-just for you! 💕

[@odalysnocera8174]

OMG Bobbie. Everything was ok for me till 55 when I hit 59 I’m done. Can’t lose 5 lbs!! I give up. Just going to enjoy my wine and live my life!

[@MindfulMidlife]

If you have only five pounds than ... enjoy your wine! 😂