I’ve Lost 65 Lbs So Far... But Nothing’s Changed

I’ve Lost 65 Lbs So Far... But Nothing’s Changed
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[@RJ-cv2uw]

Was 235 a couple months and I was like oh hell nah. My clothes could barely fit. As I'm on my way to get new clothes to accommodate my fluffyness, I turned my black ass around and said we gon lose some lbs today bro. Lost 10 lbs since and feeling good. Still trying to lose a few more but it is hard to start

[@tamaraliscia3408]

You're doing great! Everyone starts somewhere ... whether you're a kid learning to ride a bike or to read, or an adult learning a new skill, or improve our health. 10lbs? ... You should be proud of your persistence and determination! Really! Losing weight the healthy way goes slowly because you're also changing your eating habits. So, be sure to do it the healthy way ... no dangerous diets or week long fasts.

[@fuxthebullshit]

I'm 235 today though 😢 I'm a 6'5 man though.

[@wil318466]

I just lost 25 lbs in 6 weeks. I put myself on a meal plan, eating the same 3 meals every day. I also cheat when I want, but go back to the plan next meal. The weight fell off me.

[@pbj0815]

Same!! I also lost 10lbs and I keep saying that I need to stick to it. Good luck!!

[@anthonydelrio2053]

Down 140lbs in 11 months🎉 you can do it 💪🏼

[@LisaLisaCJ]

Congratulations!!!!

[@teacheschem]

Amazing!!!!!

[@MsCristina38]

@anthonydelrio2053 How did you do it? What got you started? Are you using wegovy/ozempic or another method? I’m thinking of asking my doctor about those.

[@anthonydelrio2053]

@@MsCristina38 I had gotten to a point where nothing else mattered to me except prioritizing my health, I didn’t take anything I just got intensely strict with diet and exercise. In the beginning my calorie deficit was extremely low, only 1200 a day and I held that for almost 6 months in which I lost the first 100lbs. I wouldn’t advise going that strict and I have since worked on finding a much better balance with food and increased my maintenance calories up to 2.2k

[@Wolfyd-ug8cz]

​@@anthonydelrio2053 was it certain foods you ate too, or was it the same foods you had been eating just at a deficit?

[@jh26pt2]

Lots of praise to Karrena. Losing 65 pounds is a heck of an accomplishment.

[@joesmith3590]

lol. Taking a shot isn’t an accomplishment. That is why she feels no progression she did nothing but go get a shot.

[@jh26pt2]

@@joesmith3590 Does it make you feel better to criticize her? Like you're a bigger person or something?

[@joesmith3590]

@@jh26pt2 no but being honest would help. If John had said look the reason you are not feeling progress is you haven’t actually put the work in that would be helpful. What she did is the Ramsey equivalent of taking a 0% loan. She hasn’t changed her life or habits. She took some drug that will mess her up long term likely. I didn’t tell her anything she doesn’t already know that is why she feels no progress. You aren’t helping her lying. If she had lost 65 lbs working out and eating she would see and feel the progress. You can only cheat yourself morally.

[@addiskassa5165]

@@joesmith3590 you are so right!!! That's why she doesn't feel the accomplishment! No pain no gain!💪👊👍

[@debbielockhart7762]

​@@joesmith3590You don't know what you are talking about.

[@Angela-tt5ik]

It's an emotional thing. Not a number. What a beautiful conversation. So many people can relate.

[@dabd8175]

Females weight shouldn't start with a 1 that's facts

[@jeanedarc]

I wonder though if it could be body dismophyia

[@italkgory99]

@@dabd8175what do you mean

[@maniac50ae14]

No, its just that when you are really over weight, it takes while to see noticeable change. If you 330 goes to 280, he lost a good amount of weight, but hes still pretty big, and it wont be apparent and he could lose motivation. Ive been that guy and its how i know how it would be hard for me to help someone larger than me lose weight. People need to be able to SEE their weight lost, SEE their results or they can eassily lost motivation

[@dolphinbear661]

Have lost over 80 # a couple times in my life and i can confirm that your brain doesnt change even when youve lost a massive amount of weight, you just cant see it, for some reason. I wish someone had told me that back then cause that felling is so, so alienating and isolating. Then, when you realize later how poorly overweight people are treated and how much better people treat thinness, its disappointing and confusing and not comforting. Its a real mind-f**k. I feel for her

[@joesmith3590]

No the reason you didn’t feel progress was you cheated always and knew you would gain it back. And you did. You are huge still lol.

[@douggiedoesfatloss]

So dang proud of this lady!!! Keep it up! We all struggle with what you’re strugglin with, it’s all part of the game, you’re doing amazing

[@shanelhorton724]

Same boat! Losing weight can be scary I don’t think people understand that.

[@maniac50ae14]

Whats scary about it for you? For me it was how fast i started losing the weight when i found something that worked... i was scared i was losing weight to fast and would damage my body or cause get more loose skin from the rapid weight lost. But that was all in my head

[@oraclepanda]

Best way to see your progress is to see an old pic of yourself in the Facebook memories from a year or more ago. When I took off a lot of weight, I didn't see it on myself until I saw the old pics, it was dysmorphia.

[@maniac50ae14]

Thats good advice! People dont understand that 65lbs seems like a lot, but to the person that just wants to see themselves fit, its not going to look like much depending on how big they are.

[@Julie_Truly_in_KY]

I can tell by the tone of her voice she has always been negative and never felt worthy of good things. I have experienced the same scenario. It’s almost impossible to overcome these thought patterns. It’s so much work and consistency. We are lazy by nature. I pray she(and anyone in the same boat) experiences the love and acceptance only found in Christ. ❤

[@TatyanaKosh]

@@sidneybristow815could be, but after some time these things get internalized. And then the people could be out of the picture but the thoughts still in your head

[@joesmith3590]

It is hard to feel good about yourself when you are massively overweight. As it should be. The social and self pressure to not kill yourself with being 100+ pounds overweight is positive. She isn’t even working she is just taking shots of course she doesn’t feel good she didn’t put in work.

[@debbielockhart7762]

​@joesmith3590 Ehat a stupid comment. Even the shots aren't a miracle. She is still reducing her food intake. Don't be such a judgemental ass.

[@debfox]

@@joesmith3590stop! Do you think SHAME motivates people to lose weight and keep it off? Nope!! I learned to love myself (because we are A LOT more than our bodies). Just by LOVING myself instead of feeling shame, I lost over 70lbs from this time last year. I didn’t get surgery, shots or go on some strict diet. I started loving myself and walking more. I started eating everything in moderation including brownies and ice cream: Shaming does NOT work especially permanently. LOVING YOURSELF DOES! Quit shaming others! It’s NOT your job!

[@joesmith3590]

@@debfox yes it does when we shamed people more were people fatter or thinner? You are confusing your feelings with reality.

[@signalfire15]

65lbs is an incredible accomplishment!! I’ll be lucky if I lose 10lbs in a year. Congrats girl!!

[@David-wo9un]

I’d be willing to bet you are doing it in the right way, the healthy way through diet/exercise.

[@signalfire15]

@@David-wo9un The shots might give her a boost but I’m sure she’s putting in hard work as well. Regardless, she has a desire to get healthier and improve her life and she’s taking a step towards that goal, which is commendable. There are people who can have all the resources at their disposal and still not want to change. I’m proud of her. 65lbs is A LOT, with or without shots. I hope she reaches her goals.

[@maniac50ae14]

On paper its a lot, but for the person whos motivated by seeing a new body, its not. Depending on how big you are, you can lose a lot of weight and only know because of how your clothes fit you and the scale, but people and to see the parts that that they find unappealing leave. They want to see rolls, love handles, thighs, back fat disappear and if they dont theyll feel like its too far. And honestly, those results dont come until theyre at the end of the journey

[@alissonvonderlane862]

17:02 Lady DID something about. So it's a shot, if that's what it takes to give you a starting boost; go for it! Grant it, there's still a lot of work to do. Eating habits will have to change to maintain the weight loss, the progress sure can motivate!

[@ES-7766]

Americans in general are extremely prejudice and hateful of people who struggle with their weight. They assume that they’re constantly eating, when in fact it’s due to illnesses and medications. It’s very sad when I read through internet comments and all they can do is focus on people’s weight. I wish her self love and support in her journey.

[@leahb.1393]

Body dysmorphia is real and strange. I lost 30lbs and thought I could fit the same jeans. I ended up wearing my friends jeans on a trip because I couldn’t fit my own lol

[@2okaycola]

This happens to me a lot 😅😅

[@melissamelton7908]

Yes! The dysmorphia IS real!!

[@teacheschem]

I lost 25 and still wear the same ones (my hips are really wide so it’s never an issue of sliding down) but they just look sloppy and became long. I had to cut a couple inches off. But 25lbs is not a lot for my weight which is probably why my clothes still mostly fit

[@iamwinningrightnow]

Congrats to you!

[@leahb.1393]

@@iamwinningrightnow thank you! I’ve gained 80% of it back 😂 I’m happy and healthy though ….little too healthy 🤣

[@debbieanderson6740]

Put people in your corner that can be your cheerleaders! Shame on your boss for saying the lazy word. That has everything to do with the boss, not you. And I'm sorry that happened with your family when you were 15. How hurtful. Celebrate everything that you are doing for you! Be glad that you have friends that are awesome! Know that you are loved!

[@graceymarie]

Awesome! I've lost 35 - intermittent fasting and cutting out processed crap and adding exercise- but need to lose a total of 90-100 or so - you don't notice as it goes. I can't see mine either but feel it in my clothes. Keep up the amazing work 💙

[@queenbutterfly4888]

Do you run? I lost 30lbs a yr ago and gained it back

[@roxannebush8410]

Congratulations losing 65 pounds .I understand where she's coming from I weigh 232 at one time now I'm at 195 so Iost 37 pounds but you can't tell it in my opinion.

[@sanitary103]

Take progress pics. You’ll then notice.

[@VashtiPerry]

Let me tell you keep taking pictures. I lost the exact same amount. I kept looking in the mirror thinking I'm the same. But now I've gained a bunch back and when I look at my 190 pictures I realize how delusional I was back then.

[@franziskani]

Imagine a boss that is so petty, mean, jealous & critical of her (shots are the lazy way to lose weight) and making that remark after she lost 65 pounds. Like: Surgery is the lazy way to fix a problem with your knee or getting surgery for your eyes. Maybe some extensive training could fix them as well. (with shortsightedness eye gymnastic might work, but so do laser corrections). Even from a health standpoint, doesn't she want her to get better (diabetes risk, her joints and knees, the risk of falling, if you do not exercise are not agile etc.).

[@steadystackin7250]

The bigger issue is focusing on a number on the scale oppose to focusing on living a healthy lifestyle.

[@judekiv]

idk that's probably subjective and different for everyone. Seeing the number on the scale go down week after week is what kept me motivated to continue working out and eating healthy. It's almost become a game and has been the best thing for me mentally.

[@dabd8175]

Beta male mindset 😂

[@AnthonyMcNeil]

​@@judekivWhat happens when you reach that number goal? It's comes a point in time where losing too much becomes unhealthy. Instead of focusing on a number focus on what a "healthy" person would do. Would a healthy person sleep at a regular hour or stay up late? Would a healthy person consistently eat late night snacks or eat fruits/drink water? If you focus on a healthier lifestyle then everything will work itself out. Focusing on a number will only set a number goal, you really aren't changing your *habits* for the long-term.

[@judekiv]

@@AnthonyMcNeil I think you're not realizing that I do all of those healthy habits now and seeing the number go down has just been very motivating in getting me to continue. Not just that but I've turned it into a life style not just a "goal" I've been consistent for the last 8 months. Trust me btw im not going to be losing too much weight, my goal isn't to be skinny I'm also putting on muscle. I'd much rather be jacked. It's about fat loss more than weight loss tbh but obviously with fat loss comes weight loss.

[@AnthonyMcNeil]

​@@judekivI get what you're saying and I agree with you. What helps the most are those habits. Some people want to only reach a goal, when they do then they revert back to old habits. As long as you're cultivating better habits then change will be permanent.

[@carnivoreRon]

Please look up videos by Dr Ken Berry and the keto/carnivore way of eating. Please stop eating sugar, carbs and processed foods because when you stop the shots and continue to eat those things, the weight will return. You need to change your food habits.

[@LetsGoYall]

This is 100% spot on. I have dropped a decent amount of weight and become way healthier following this way of eating as well.

[@dawnb4864]

They already have a lawsuit coming to Ozempic, my sister in law has been taking those shots as well. I don’t look down on it but I worry about my sister in law having problems later on.

[@DNA350ppm]

Keep going, dear Karrena! You are way more right than the bullies! They don't have a say in your life! They say lazy, because they are lazy thinkers, they just bla, bla, bla, mindlessly, like children 4-5 years old on the playground, repeating what they hear some lazy blabber say somewhere, and they couldn't be bothered to stop and think for a bit. But you can think, you can look at it closely, analyze it, and research it, and find out what you think about it, when you are well-informed and conscious about the xyz. I'm so glad for Dr Delony redommending you journalling, write it all down. All the best wishes!

[@DNA350ppm]

If you google journalling prompts you can find inspiration to scribble or write or doodle or cut-and-paste something in your journal daily - dreams, hopes, fears, lists, ideas, quotes - all this to make a huge support space for today's Karrena to freely grow happier inside. So do learn to know her more in detail, without judgement - we are all a work-in-progress. And note that you have done great from a very challenging starting point, but boy, have you handled challenges well. Congrats to be able to count your son as one of your supporters - super-mom! I also want to mention the book Simple Abundance - you might like it very much! Find it second hand before 2024 and let it be another daily companion - your friends might like it, too. (These are things I have done, too, among others.) For every troublesome input we receive, we need at least 20 positive "messages" to take to our hearts and minds, to stay in balance. All the best wishes, and may you have balance, trust, and peace of mind, despite ups and downs. Write a list of 100 things you enjoy - and I wish all of them frequently for you! Thanks for calling in and bravely sharing your current feelings!

[@jeromehenry4484]

Don't know if Karrena will be reading comments, but anybody in the same situation where a BOSS makes disparaging remarks while you are under a physician's care, should report that BOSS to Personnel Dept. for harassment. Boss does not need to engage in any conversation about anybody's weight or especially their medical treatment/protocol. Highly doubt Karrena's boss has any medical training, so she should keep her mouth shut, especially when it is visually evident you are making progress.

[@debbielockhart7762]

Not everyone works for a huge company. For example, my "boss" owns the company I work for. Who would I go to?

[@jeromehenry4484]

@@debbielockhart7762 In your case, you would need to consider consulting with an attorney about your legal options. There might not be any legal options (employment laws can be state specific). Then you would need to make plans to position yourself for a job search after you have lost enough weight to be considered at another company. This is probably not the first time this boss has harassed caller about her weight. At some point you must stand up for yourself, one way or another. Sidebar: When listening to this call, I wondered if this boss had made comments prior to caller's 65lbs weight loss? If boss had not, then it is probable boss is trying to sabotage caller's weight loss because boss now feels threatened by caller's progress. Is boss concerned about her own position at employer? Sounds like caller is very competent at her job and could surpass her boss' performance; the only thing holding caller back from a promotion is her weight.

[@juneingram1130]

wow I can so relate to this. Never thought it was about avoiding myself, Great advice

[@user-nv8mv6ji9z]

I mentioned to a close friend that I want to try the injections as for the last 10 years I have been overweight and obese, with losing a fair amount multiple times only to gain it back from binge eating when I’m stressed. Each year exam season I would get bigger, then lose the weight over the year, again, next season gain weight. Had a stress fracture from pushing myself on the treadmill. Well, it’s a lot of weight on the foot. Yes there are options, different exercise, swimming, diets. But can everyone stick to it? If they could there wouldn’t be so many of us overweight and obese. What’s the point of being obese for a lifetime and then develop diabetes/heart disease from it and then take the same things for diabetes. Why not nip it in the bud where the body might still recover? That was my thought process. I’m an active person, I walk 10k steps daily. But I do binge eat. My friend’s immediate blatant response was,”can’t you just stop eating?” 😅 I said I can’t, and that’s exactly what this medicine will help me do. Kudos to anyone wanting to change for the better, no matter what other people think may or may not be lazy! At the end of the day you are doing it because you love yourself enough to give yourself a second chance. People are more okay with Botox and fillers than with someone taking injections for their health.

[@MegaLilJen]

Measuring yourself is a good thing. And seeing how you fit your clothes now vs before. That is really, really amazing work you've done!! Most important is the HEALTH aspect, and what can you DO now physically vs what you could do before?

[@audreybringgold6217]

Lots of us grew up in environments that taught us to ignore our internal hunger/fullness cues. Add emotional eating into the mix and we gain weight. And then we tried to diet our ways out of the extra weight which only messed up our hunger cues EVEN MORE and didnt fix the problem. Ive heard from a dietitian that these new drugs can help people re-learn that mind stomach connection.

[@SpoonHurler]

As someone who owns no mirrors this made me feel called out. Edit: Also, effed that person that said shots are "the easy way out".

[@fire12731]

I think she will notice when she gets some confidence. She may need to lose more in order to notice the loss. She needs to know she deserves to feel good about herself and love herself. She thought it would be a fix to happiness but weight loss doesn’t make one happy

[@txquilter608]

Sometimes, you still see the fat person in the mirror even after losing the weight. It's as much an emotional journey as a physical journey.

[@AnthonyMcNeil]

She needs to focus on a healthier lifestyle. She said the problem, if you dont see then you dont think you're losinf any. I'm in the same boat. I've lost 10lbs and I dont see it, but my pants dont fit. So in my head I *know* I've lost weight but it's just not reflected in how my body looks. I'm just continuing to focus on staying consistent with my healthier eating habits and being active. I hope that she knows she is beautiful and I hope that she will focus on staying consistent with her healthy habits. She will continue to make progress.

[@jackieberg504]

Your beautiful ❤. Proud of you.🎉

[@chrisoneal2718]

Congrats Karrena! Please know that this weight loss is incredible!

[@Jswilk830]

I totally agree with what Dr. John said… weight has been an issue my whole life… I’ve just lost 41.5 pounds which is great but in the past When people started noticing it’s driven my progress the other way…

[@jeremyshuey3715]

Wow.. Just Wow!!! Yall just proved what this young lady has been thinking all the time. You blew right past the real issue. The issue isn't the amount of weight lost.. THINK ABOUT IT!!! I know EXACTLY where she is coming from. And yes, I hope my family actually sees this!!!

[@huntforberries]

Define 'the shots'. Ozempic vs many other things mean so many different things. It's so important. Love you Dr J!

[@xavier7666]

That “…oh” when she said it was the shot was my favorite part.

[@datheamore6395]

I am doing Noom and it helps a lot with the emotional aspect surrounding our weight journey. It might be good to add this to her routine while she processes how she feels about herself. Best wishes to her!

[@paulettejamrog1878]

Did Noom help you is it worth the money thank you

[@MsCristina38]

@datheamore6395 I’d like to know as well if you’re losing weight with Noom and if it helps the psychological aspect of weight loss?

[@gwendolineswanepoel4318]

Wow... 🥺😓...Well done..💪🏻💐🥳

[@Magenta-ju6kq]

Congrats Karina 🎉 you got this

[@franziskani]

imagine her "Christian" parents and family who shamed and abandoned her at age 15. This was 42 years ago so around 1980. It wasn't the dark ages. Never mind: she likely had not much idea was sex was about and easy prey for the advances. I think especially if young girls come out of unloving families (and her family must have been very much so) they are eager for attention. And a young female that can offer sex all of a sudden (and to her suprise) does get positive attention (by males no less - another thing with this communities that put the males over the females). All of a sudden she was important, so in exchange she went along with having sex. And whoever seduced her, had no idea how to get condomes and how to use them. To be fair, only after AIDAS really became an issue condomes were easy to come by and were sold at the supermarkets - even in rural and highly religious communities.

[@JakeStz]

I wonder if the method of weight loss is part of the problem. People using the shots didn't have to work as hard as traditional weight loss, so she might not feel it like she would if she did it herself.

[@greenAbbot]

Except her story is by no means new. People who take off the weight expecting it’s going to solve everything and then realize they don’t feel like they thought they would have been with us since long before “miracle” drugs. Changing mindset is hard.

[@rachelgooden9981]

@@greenAbbotexactly

[@2okaycola]

You burn off your self hatred

[@JakeStz]

@@SarahConnor562 Ozempic. I believe it makes your body think it's full so that you don't overeat. It's new and apparently works well

[@jeromehenry4484]

@@SarahConnor562 Caller didn't clarify what shots, but most likely it's one of the newer diabetes drugs. Even in commercials it will say possibly 15 - 20 pounds, it will NOT be 65lbs, Caller had to WORK for that weight loss!

[@lifeaccordingtotheo9643]

There are some great youtube channels where people share their weightloss journey and are not only facing the mirror but the whole internet. Might be a good idea to follow some of those channels and start feeling inspired and proud. Track the bloodwork so you have proof of the improvement and so its not just, I dont want to gain the weight back, but I like seeing my health improve and I want to live a long healthy life for my son. Work with a naturopath too or functional medicine as Drs are limited. Maybe get a fitbit and take a few more steps each day.

[@acovert8241]

Congrats on the weight lose. I’m in the same boat. I wear baggy clothes still.

[@georgebrady5369]

its important to take pictures so you can compare before and after. Otherwse you wont notice the change because you see yourself everyday

[@ayeshanasir9916]

Omg!!!! AMAZING GIRRLLLLL 👏👏👏👏🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@rayf6126]

It's strange that parents will be so proud of raising their children and the challenges they conquered, but treat having grandchildren when they aren't convenient as a shame on their children. My half sister was 16, got caught stealing, was abandoned by the father of the baby, and my father slammed her for it. I told him if he was proud of himself for raising us under less than 'perfect' conditions then he should extend that opportunity to my sister or he would lose my respect and my sister wouldn't. He has a closer relationship with his granddaughter than either of his children and I'm proud of them both.

[@alexanderkareh6832]

Body dysmorphia is insane. Karrena has done great to lose the weight but it is difficult to see the difference when you see yourself everyday. I’ve gained 15 pounds of muscle and I still see myself as not being good enough. I got a confidence boost a few days ago at the beach when I got told by multiple people how good I look. Listening to others, when they say you look good can be a really good tool in situations like this I feel.

[@lifeaccordingtotheo9643]

If you stuggle with your metabolism get a naturopath or functional medicine doctor, get a full and complete thyroid panel done, sex hormones and cortisol testing. Breath test for SIBO if you cant gain or lose weight also. Carnivore diet works for a lot of people and puts a lot of autoimmune issues into remission within a few months and then start adding low inflammation foods back slowly once you feel better. Low fodmap if you have gut issues, AIP if you have metabolic issues.

[@LisaLisaCJ]

What is SIBO? I’m sorry but I’m interested in what you are talking about.

[@Ryan-wx1bi]

I hope she doesnt keep up with those shots.. assuming it's one of those GLP-1 antagonists. Gut issues, and cancer on top of the fact that a good portion of the weight loss is bone density and muscle, not just fat.

[@rachelgooden9981]

Safer than being morbidly obese and the things that come along with it over time. The heart doesn’t grow to supply blood to that large body. The lungs are under a lot of pressure. These patients did the worst during COVID. Obesity is a killer. Totally worth it!

[@Ryan-wx1bi]

@@rachelgooden9981 They are basically injecting people with high doses of the hormone that tells your body it's full and to stop eating. When your body receives exogenous hormones, it stops producing them, just like guys who take steroids stop producing natural testosterone. When she stops taking the shots, it will be even worse for her. Plus the loss of muscle and bone density can be life threatening as well. Imagine brittle bones with excess weight? Plus intense gut issues that are very common with this drug are a whole other issue.

[@mmprendergast]

I’ve lost 170 pounds and I’m still as miserable as I was when I was 360 pounds. No men ask me out. No men hit on me. No men flirt with me. I am left thinking that I am just a very ugly person. I feel ya, Karrena. I feel ya. I’m only 43 years old. I am completely miserable.

[@privateinfo1711]

Karena has many friends. Thats because shes loveable!

[@sw6155]

He did great here! 🥰 But someone needs to address he method for weight loss b/c it’s not sustainable! It will wreck her inside! I’ve lost 40lb using ketovore diet and intermittent fasting. I don’t even have much of a loose belly… I still have 30 more to go and it doesn’t even feel like I’m “doing something to lose weight”…

[@sw6155]

@@SarahConnor562 yes! 🙌 I learnt that Intermittent fasting is quite easy when you don’t even feel hungry for 18h to 20hs after early dinner… I learnt to make use of cheap cuts of meat to keep it sustainable for my financial health as well… Convincing my Brazilian mom not to cook gallons of rice and beans and pasta and breads when we come for a visit has been more of a challenge than a 20h fast! 😅😅🤷‍♀️🤣🤣🤣

[@GalaxyFluke]

Please check out The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer. This woman needs to wake up everyday and say she worthy of amazing things until she believed it.

[@Mila808g]

Yeah this was a pretty good video. I relate - I weighed just over 180 by the time I graduated high school. I'm tall for a woman (5'9) but yeah I was fat 🤷🏽‍♀️ I got tired of always being tired having to move that much weight around (and also being viciously bullied for my thighs and weight) so after years of unhealthy BS dieting I left for college and made a conscious decision to lose those extra pounds and *commit to eating more fresh foods* . I lost 50-60 pounds and have successfully kept it off. Which is great! But I had mistakenly thought that losing the weight and getting a lean body would "cure" my depression I guess. That was an incorrect assumption 🤣 Did it help? Yeah, some. But that rain cloud always floating in the horizon over my head remains. Just like this lady, I still couldn't look at myself in the mirror. That luxury came after years of therapy and self work lol.

[@santafilipina9020]

As a boxer, "taking shots" got me confused. No idea what this is. Anyway, create a home gym with weights, mats and bands for starters. Don't join a gym yet as you are probably going to be self concious.

[@stephaniec5215]

O oh oh Ozempic!

[@KidCity1985]

Count how many stairs you can climb, keep working on it. The more stairs, the better you are.

[@JamesWilson-sb9iq]

I could not see my weight loss either but you can fit into stuff more

[@chrissyellem7397]

I lost 50 lbs last year and was doing fine until May. Then I gained 20 lbs overnight. I've given up. I'm never going to be a size 4. Always a 10-12. My body doesn't want to be skinny. I'm 55 and just stuck looking pregnant for 28 years I guess.

[@iamwinningrightnow]

You can't give up. You may never get to size 4, but are you at a healthy weight? Get to an healthy weight and try to stay there. Look in the mirror daily and repeat, "you're beautiful."

[@VashtiPerry]

Start weightlifting, leave the scale behind, and use measuring tape instead. You don't need to lose weight to get rid of that guy just work on your muscles and mobility.

[@mary_syl]

Absolutely nothing will change for her unless she can also address the underlying mental health issues. She will never see herself correctly and she may lose everything back. People who aren't obese often don't understand that emotional overeating is based on deep seated issues and often childhood trauma.. She needs not just shots but a good therapist to guide her weightloss and all the emotional challenges that can bring 👍 She might even feel scared once her extra weight is gone because it feels vulnerable.

[@janekreger7362]

Such a tragic story

[@queenbutterfly4888]

Her boss is jealous!!!! This is why I don’t tell people at work my business. The caller should’ve told everyone she’s “eating healthier and doing cardio”

[@Julian-zc9vm]

She’s on the weight loss shot which can run $1000/month. She knows she won’t be able to take that shot forever and could gain most of the weight back once she stops taking it because she hasn’t actually built up the healthy habits to keep the weight off. Part of the journey of losing weight is the self love, self discovery, and self discipline you build up along the way. Can’t bottle that up and take it in a shot.

[@lipsticklattesandheels]

You don’t think eating less for a long period of time and losing 150 pounds would help her build better habits? The shot doesn’t make you work out.

[@Julian-zc9vm]

@@lipsticklattesandheels There are studies already on the new weight loss medications that show people gain two thirds or more of the weight back within a year after getting off the medication. The drug is an appetite suppressant, so it’s obvious why. The eating habits will slowly creep back.

[@NurseMoneyGrowWealth]

It’s not a miracle shot. It just helps people finally feel satiety. Very much requires calorie reduction. Also some people have drug coverage. 🤷‍♀️

[@CrystalM1917]

Congrarulations, it is a great accomplishment. But Yeah, she doesn't seem to be interested in the physical aspect. "Moving my body a little bit more..." Well, now that you've lost 65lbs, there is no excuse for nor moving your body A Lot more....can't say it's difficult bc of weight/joint issues. The shots are a kick start now it's her turn to do the work and then maybe she would see and FEEL the difference....

[@tamaraliscia3408]

She made a wise decision to lose weight...for her overall health. But, it doesn't sound like she's losing weight for her health, but for acceptance and that's very sad. I'm not going to criticize her for using shots, however, using medication to lose only 150 lbs isn't necessary. If she needed to lose 300-500, maybe. The shots also allow her to ignore food choices, food portions and exercise and so, her way is not sustainable.

[@2okaycola]

Woohoo!!

[@Joce123]

I lost 80 pounds but I'm over 60 years old and my skin became so wrinkled beyond ugly that I actually decided to gain weight back. Because those wrinkles were so on attractive that I could never hope to date somebody.

[@Fmellyeggs]

No kudos at all when using ozempic.

[@bartathalon1]

Why did her boss say her way was lazy ?? Is she using medication to lose the weight or something?

[@VashtiPerry]

Taking shots. Not sure what type.

[@MrDilbert86]

My wife lost 200 pounds in a year

[@michaelpalumbo4880]

Honestly though, love is always on a contingency basis. I don't expect anyone to love me unconditionally, and don't love anyone unconditionally. There are always contingencies placed on love. Always.

[@DNA350ppm]

I think you are right, that is one of the hard facts of life. But we all can cultivate more mutual love in our lives. We can turn away from those people who are incapable of loving us even conditionally. And I think those we spend the most time with, should be those, who are able to love us with tolerance and grace, and we give them the same kind of loving-kindness back. It should feel good and relaxed to think about loved ones - or they aren't what we think they are. Because there is human love, there actually is!

[@debbielockhart7762]

Love isn't on a contingency with our own parents usually. My family would have NEVER disowned me for getting pregnant. I would never have disowned my daughter if she had gotten pregnant as a teen.

[@DNA350ppm]

@@debbielockhart7762 I too have loved so many as unconditionally and self-sacrificingly and for their best as I ever could. I'm so glad that you have had great mom and that you are one, too. I'm sure this will be the heritage in your family line for generations to come!

[@TheRealdal]

You see yourself everyday you don’t notice the difference. She needs to take monthly pictures. Set the phone up for auto picture. You’re trying to give yourself an excuse to fall off the wagon.

[@Zer0BurnOver]

sad reality is that these shots are temporary 99% of the time. Because Once you stop them, if they haven’t addressed all the mindset and behaviors around your life like eating, movement, lifestyle, etc. it will all come back quite quickly. This is my world and I’ve worked with morbidly obese patients for 12+ years. Also the trainer for Extreme weight loss TV show. 99% of them have had all their weight come back because they haven’t addressed the root causes. 99.9% of it is what John addresses; mindset and mental health.

[@jasonleatherwood2172]

The marks on ur belt is all you need to see

[@ajones8008]

65 off of 400

[@colleenmccann1190]

For your own health do some research about what happens when you stop those shots. You will gain that weight back.

[@ajones8008]

by shots????? this person is not dieting and exercising .... John should have called her out. that's a band aid not a solution

[@CrystalM1917]

Yeah, and she doesn't seem to be interested in the physical aspect. "Moving my body a little bit more..." Well, now that you've lost 65lbs, there is no excuse for nor moving your body A Lot more....can't say it's difficult bc of weight/joint issues. The shots are a kick start now it's her turn to do the work and then maybe she would see and FEEL the difference....

[@jeromehenry4484]

Caller is under a physician's care; do you have a medical degree? You really believe you know more about a person's health just by listening to 1 phone conversation were she never mentions her exact medical condition(s) (like diabetes, PCOS, hormonal imbalance, etc.)? BTW Dr. Deloney did not "call her out" because he does not have the proper medical degree, nor has he physically evaluated caller; basically, Deloney stayed in his professional lane. Try it sometime.

[@CrystalM1917]

@jeromehenry4484 calling it a bandaid is not stating that it isn't helping her. A bandaid helps, which is why they exist. BUT the reality is for long term sustainable weight loss, diet and exercise will never be removed from the equation. Not only that but a physically active role in managing the weight loss can help her mind be more connected ro her body aiding in regulating the body dysmorphia it sounds like could be somewhat of an issue here. We know how important getting outside and moving is for our mental health and well being, and this is no different. Shots aren't going to replace that aspect, but inagree I'm sure it's helped her hga1c, blood pressure, cholesterol etc. And that's important! At 57 I doubt pcos is an issue as her ovarian function has essentially shut down.

[@fuxthebullshit]

She lost 65 lbs by taking shots instead of drinking beers!??

[@sp192x]

I don't understand the shots and surgery. Get off the couch and move

[@digthewarmth]

There's nothing wrong with starting with medical intervention and continuing with that momentum. Momentum doesn't come from thin air and will power, it comes from starting, and if it takes shots to start then so be it. That's still a decision to do something about your situation.

[@joesmith3590]

The reason she feels no accomplishment is she didn’t work for it. Taking a shot isn’t the same as losing weight. That is the Ramsey equivalent of getting a 0% credit card. She will be right back in the same habits and knows it.

[@dabd8175]

Your female so your only value is ur beauty and purity and youth. Keep it up female 💪

[@briskettacos]

You will not be the next PewDieDie, cope

[@judekiv]

bro has no filter at all

[@judekiv]

You're*

[@greenAbbot]

When I want to know how to value other people, the first authority I go to is some guy on the internet who doesn’t know how to spell or use punctuation.

[@digthewarmth]

But she's aging every day, she's doing it wrong. 🙄

[@miltoncat]

Semaglutide (magic ingredient in Ozempic) has saved my life. In my 40s my body was breaking down. I’m a woman, 5’8”, and was 260 lbs. Prediabetic, high BP, obese BMI. Always hungry and and always tired. Did every weight loss plan you can imagine. Wanted to do surgery but insurance refused to pay. I was so miserable and felt like a failure. Finally a doctor got me on Semaglutide and things started happening. I still get hungry but am full with less. I’m not starving all the time. For the first time I can remember, I am in control of food and not the other way around. I am 182 as of today and hope to lose 20 more as goal. It’s taken well over a year… some people drop weight fast on it but I was not one of them. Which is fine; slow and steady wins the race. I track calories and am figuring out how much and what kind of food I need to function properly. Using medical help to get your life back is not lazy or an easy way out. My body simply cannot lose weight on its own, and that isn’t my fault. Just like a diabetic’s pancreas can’t make insulin on its own and needs medical support to function.

[@audreybringgold6217]

Wowza that's great! There a dietitian I watch on KZbin (Abbey Sharp) and she thinks these drugs might used to treat binge eating disorders in the future. They really can help people connect with their hunger and fullness cues when that's previously been a huge struggle.

[@franziskani]

Smart and steady (and not too fast) is also better for your skin, so it can adapt and shrink back. I wish you motivation and success on your journey.

[@miltoncat]

@@franziskani❤❤

[@ashleybrown7308]

O o o Ozempic!