Falling off the Wagon - How I Lost 180 LBS - Q&A Part 2 | Half of Carla

Falling off the Wagon - How I Lost 180 LBS - Q&A Part 2 | Half of Carla
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In today's video I'm answering your guys questions about how I lost 180 lbs that I didn't cover in my series. Grab a coffee and settle in.
Join me here and on my Instagram (bit.ly/halfofc...) as I share my journey to continuously show up for myself!
As always I am not a medical professional/therapist and you should always seek medical advice prior to making changes to your diet. The content of this video is my experience only and in no way should be a replacement for professional advice.
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[@RubyOnixx]

I so appreciate you talking about your weight loss. As a metal-head/witch/Goth it is so hard to identify with some sunny-side sporty women. Also as a 34 year old woman who wants to have a baby in the next 3 years, it's nice to listen to someone else who lost weight to get pregnant brings me inspiration 🖤⭐🖤

[@mmc1086]

Least ‘Goth’ name and profile pic ever! My most played on Spotify are currently Pantera and Taylor Swift. We’re all just people who are fundamentally the same. Interests are fine but largely irrelevant and no one is objectively ‘cooler’ than another. Music and fashion tastes are fun but our values and actions are what’s important.

[@valerieodonnell6764]

Have you watched Jordan Shrinks?

[@gracedash7231]

🤍 I am 105 lbs down, and have gone from 3x/22-24 to XL/16. I still see myself larger, and veer to that size when shopping for clothes.

[@NH-me7zr]

Your opinions about self hate due to obesity made me cry because it was like you were talking about me. I have struggled with weight my whole life. I got a gastric lapband which made me lose 30 KGs. I gained it all back due to some health issues. Since then, my weight kept fluctuating. It finally clicked that it was because of my self hate. Another reason was as negative videos on weight loss I was watching. I finally started to love myself enough to lose weight for me and be kind to myself. I managed to lose 11 KGs and I am still in my journey. Thank you for your videos. You have no idea how much they helped me and how much they gave me hope. ❤❤❤

[@wandatallant3762]

🤍Thank you - I discovered you one year ago and you inspired me to shed 70 pounds! Thanks for your continued raw and beautiful testimonies.

[@AbsolutelyFeral2605]

Love this! Also, we aren't taking the wagon, we're walking! So we can't fall off! 🎉

[@lynnetracey8828]

I remember people telling me to go to a more upscale bra/lingerie store after 85 lbs. I think it made a world of difference! I’m willing to spend the money for it now. I’m also 62 so I was going to have problems anyway. I love your “there’s no wagon” to fall off of in this video. You’re so inspiring! I’m not in love with my flabby skin either but you’re right. I’m better in every way than I was before.

[@HalfofCarla]

I'm going to have to go to a more upscale store to get a bra. Although I have to say I love the pennys one I'm wearing all the time, but I'm sure its not the right size. 😂

[@bevalexander5897]

HeyCarla, I think that focusing on portion control has been the difference in my success this time, although I’m only halfway to my goal weight. But, I agree about your taste buds changing. Although I had been avoiding fast food awhile before I started on this weight loss journey, the idea of a burger from McDonald’s makes me ill. But, my issue is my age. I’m 64 and my metabolism hasn’t just slowed down, I think it’s died! I love to walk, but can’t do it as far and often as I’d like, due to serious back issues. But, I eat as well as I can, and get off my butt as often as I can, and I’m slowly getting there. Thanks for your honesty!

[@merrillcrist5702]

Hey, Bev. Are u able to tolerate seated exercise?

[@bevalexander5897]

@@merrillcrist5702 I can usually. It’s just that my back goes into bad spasms if I’m not really careful. To be honest, I never thought about chair exercises. It’s official. I’m old.😄

[@merrillcrist5702]

@@bevalexander5897 I started with seated exercise when I was too heavy to do standing exercise for more than 10 mins. There are many spirited chair exercise videos out there. I am now doing 4-5 mile standing in home walking (Leslie Sansone). I'm 70, so I hear you about being older. I began with Sit and Be Fit on public TV, advanced to Stronger Seniirs with Anne Pringle Burnell, and increased my endurance and miles +mph with Leslie Sansone. Best wishes for success!

[@bevalexander5897]

@@merrillcrist5702 Thank you for the info! It’s hard to accept my limitations after years of long distance running. But, my health depends on me doing what I can, and getting his weight off.

[@merrillcrist5702]

Something else that might help is Essentics with Miranda Esmonde White. Her strength and mobility workouts can be challenging initially. The pay offs are rapid and were/are well worth the effort for me. Her stuff is about opening the joint space through mindful and purposeful stretching so that range of motion is increased and pain is decreased/eliminated. Plus, she is a hoot.

[@ainelee1683]

Thank you for your complete honesty. It's amazing. You are something else!!

[@dorothy135]

❤ I recently found your channel. I appreciate your sharing. I have so much respect for you to not show up half dressed, not discuss things you feel are too personal and not curse excessively. The mental health aspects have been very interesting and actually have stirred something up for me. Not sure what, but it is there. I don't have an extreme amount to lose but do want to take off some have put on. I think the mental bit is the part that had been missing in my plans and wanted to say thank you for that.

[@HalfofCarla]

Thank you so much for the feedback Dorothy xx

[@unoriginalmelody]

You're so cute and funny ❤😂 "you are insane! Get off my lawn, please" 😂😂😂

[@KarenKimes-w8e]

I ❤you 🎉 So glad i stumbled upon your vlog. I am a WLS person who has lost 104# and kept it off for 7 years and then got sick and have regained some of my weight and im working on getting rid of it.

[@cindsign]

🤍 your timing is perfect. Thank you. Starting on April 24, 2024 😊

[@genabrown8740]

Carla, it's always so wonderful to have you describe the real situations in weight loss. Your honesty and care for this community is commendable. Thank you so much! 🤍🖤

[@HalfofCarla]

Thank you so much Gena xx

[@lanapoulliot7682]

I've just started excersizing and generally trying to move more. My goal is 75 pounds weight loss. Thanks for sharing your experience

[@donnapierce3568]

Thanks

[@tinacatswhiskers]

I hear you-rocker chic here too! When I reach my goal I’m never wearing them again 😂❤. Love your content,so inspiring ❤

[@Mommahouse14]

What you said about falling off the wagon is great!

[@HalfofCarla]

Thank you xx

[@ConservativeHippie001]

You’re such a joy. 🤍🤍🤍

[@ChaseTheMoments]

🤍Thanks for doing these, so inspirational and motivating. I am 58 and have yoyo'd for over 40 years, as much as 40lbs a year. So agree it's really important to find the cause or you get to my age and realise you have been a slave to food and dieting for decades. Combined with the relentless negative self-thoughts and debilitating body image and ugliness that consumes your mind all the time. I am sure my issue is a cycle of turning to alcohol to feel more confident which in turn leads to overeating and the associated weight gain which compounds the negative thoughts. I am back on the mend now and doing well but I thought I would share this to highlight Carla's message of getting to the cause as the most important step. Thanks again Carla, you are incredible.

[@bethb5076]

Hey, you read mine! Yay! Another great video. Thanks for sharing your experience! 🤍

[@ElizabethPhillips-vo7zi]

Thank you!! You are helping many people!! I like to watch your videos for inspiration and ideas because losing weight is a struggle but definitely worth it!! God bless you!!!

[@marianhill5801]

Love these Q&A videos Carla 🤍

[@pearlssoapery702]

🤍🤍Thank you for your candid talks - they have helped me immensely.

[@katherineraven6381]

🤍 thank you ! for your honest, very thoughtful answers...very appreciated 🙋🏻‍♀️ from 🇨🇦

[@scottking6066]

Thank you Carla! You are a ROCK STAR lady 😊

[@raeleenkypta4986]

I wouldn’t even notice your skin… you look great do not even worry about it!

[@beverlymartin7688]

🤍 so inspiring girl! I knew most of it from my own experience but it was so affirming!

[@marzmontgomery]

🤍 absolutely! Taking a beat and deciding how I want to respond to a trigger is key to everything, not just weight loss. Off to try and incorporate that thought into my day. Love ya Carla, who is more whole now that she's half. 🖤

[@Rachel.Elizabeth28]

Thank you Carla, this is all so helpful and so encouraging. Sending you love (also from) Texas. 😊🤍

[@elizabethweilbacher7205]

🤍How many more superlatives can I pile on to all the others aggregated here?! Your candor is SO informative, appealing and inspiring. Thank you for being here and turning up for all of us, too!

[@HalfofCarla]

Thank you Elizabeth x

[@leannmead4141]

This was so helpful to me!! I love your videos. I look for them daily and helping me with my BodySlims weight loss ❤❤

[@liannemary4678]

Just watching April Lauren and she's singing your praises ! The two of you are my Favourite ladies to watch! 🤩

[@HalfofCarla]

Awe she’s so sweet! Thank you Lianne xx

[@annahughes961]

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[@liannemary4678]

🤍 Wonderfully inspiring, again! Could you do a video on how to use a journal, to help with weight loss 🤔

[@HalfofCarla]

It’s coming xx

[@helenmalone9695]

Unreal video carla ♥️

[@HalfofCarla]

Thanks Helen xx

[@McrLoVrfanAlt]

🤍🤍 love watching your videos!

[@sineadorourke867]

💜🖤💚 love this so much . thank you

[@rachelbenson8105]

🤍 I love all your very wise answers to some very hard and personal questions. 😘

[@peaceandlove9613]

💟 Thank you for your caring and transparency. I have learned those things too and I love hearing them outside of my head by another strong forward moving woman. It inspires me onward in my journey. Thanks again!

[@KACn5582]

I feel like I need to listen to this video every single day. 🤍🤍

[@HalfofCarla]

🖤🖤🖤

[@suzettefox8364]

You are amazing xo thanks so much for your honesty and compassion. xo 🤍🤍🤍

[@hollietyrrell9726]

🤍 so helpful Carla

[@melissathw]

No judgement whatsoever with with question: but Did you get your nose done or is it just different from weight loss?

[@HalfofCarla]

Genuinely smaller from weight loss!!!

[@HalfofCarla]

I'm also really open about what i've had done on my face and I think my lips and nose are the only areas a needle hasn't touched 😂

[@felicia_716]

Great video! Loved every bit of it! 🤍

[@susanjaneleitner7670]

🤍 wonderful … wonderful! Thank you! 🤍

[@sajsrn]

Thank you!

[@karenjeansonne5703]

🤍🤍Always, always enjoy you video's, thank you Carla💕

[@osoniye4209]

🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍 Thank you for covering such a wide variety of topics. A lot to think through.

[@tcrook9947]

🤍🤍🤍 Thank you Carla!

[@Deb_BG]

Thank you ❤

[@nafisakhan7734]

Hi Carla excellent video ❤ Could u pls tell us on ur sleep hours ❤

[@chrissie.0864]

Hi Carla - I’m fairly new to your channel - in the videos I’ve watched you mention childhood traumas but I haven’t found a video where you talk about what they were - can you recap what childhood traumas you experienced or maybe leave a link to the video where you discuss them ? Thank you 😊

[@HalfofCarla]

I don’t think it’s important to share what they are and I’ll be keeping them personal 🖤

[@chrissie.0864]

@@HalfofCarla Oh …. please accept my apologies - It was not my intention to offend you or pry - its just that in the videos I have watched so far you frequently talk about your childhood traumas as one of the reasons for your negative relationship with food and I assumed (wrongly) that you had shared this experience previously 💕

[@ufoquilter86]

Was walking the only exercise you did? How fast and far a day did you walk? Did you find that while you were loosing weight,that others tried to sabotage your progress? (I have)

[@lyndafitzgibbon6393]

Tks Carla ..u have great advice as always U should have talk seminars about weight loss and mental health ..Ud be great 🤍

[@HalfofCarla]

😉😉😉😉

[@goddesskindled]

🤍 Thank you.

[@MindfullyMindy]

🤍🤍🤍Carla, it has taken me years to get where I am mentally. I absolutely affirm mental work as a key. I am now down from 480+ to ~400ish. It is now evident to me that I need a better therapist, and have an appointment set, in order to rewire my brain 🧠 from using food as a comfort. We need to sing the normality of mental health work.

[@kiitos7904]

🤍 what are your favorite metal songs at the moment? 💖

[@carolinewatson4688]

4:21 🖤🖤

[@sarahRA86]

Do the Irish say pants and not trousers?!

[@HalfofCarla]

We interchange 😂 they also mean knickers

[@sarahRA86]

@@HalfofCarla haha, yes I’m from Scotland and it just feels wrong to say pants for anything other than underwear!!

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[@talks2squirrels953]

How tall are you? You look tall.

[@HalfofCarla]

5’8

[@talks2squirrels953]

@@HalfofCarla my 5'4" shrimp self is envious.. 😁

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[@SamanthaJoRoecker]

🤍 your content is always so helpful to get into a positive headspace!

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[@juliesteiert4370]

🤍 there’s a lot to balance in this weight-loss journey, but your example and clear words are so helpful at showing us the ropes and helping us take steps forward. Thanks for another great Q&A!

[@judy8769]

Hi. New subscriber here. First of all I love your accent. Im binge watching and love your content. Congratulations on your weightloss and you honesty about your journey . I've lost a lot of weight and have loose skin but I consider it my battle scars lol. No real impact either but I'm healthier so that's the main thing.💕🤍🤍

[@akalfredsson7265]

🤍 I have added to my daily routine to look at your old videos again. Always something new that I hear.

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[@d.2110]

Leather pants? You said you were vegan :O So.. you're only plant-based I guess. Poor animals. Be honest.

[@jadeworland5387]

Never seen leather stretch when pulled 😂

[@cherylmelhoff7722]

why are u so beautiful!!!!

[@HalfofCarla]

Awe thank you 🙏🏻

[@suigeneris6397]

Another big price to pay about weight loss is that you look 15 years younger in the video from when you were overweight. As for the loose skin, a lot of people simply can't afford to undergo expensive removal surgery in America, so perhaps you shouldn't just brush it off easily.

[@christinesylvia7083]

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[@michellebeno6577]

As always you are amazing and help me reframe things as im halfway thru my weight loss journey 🤍

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🤍 there’s a lot to balance in this weight-loss journey, but your example and clear words are so helpful at showing us the ropes and helping us take steps forward. Thanks for another great Q&A!

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