Comments on: Quotes for weight loss motivation

By: Laura

Laura — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 00:50:47 +0000

I have been trying to get myself motivated and decided to search for inspiration. Thank you God. I found your sight! I am going to start with journaling and focusing on what are my goals? Thank you so much and Merry Christmas.

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 19:19:20 +0000

I’ve enjoyed browsing through your site, and hope to be back to do some more reading when I have more time… just wanted to share that I have lost nearly 188# on my own weight loss journey, so for anyone who is facing a journey to lose a LOT of weight, it CAN be done successfully, with God’s help!!

By: Kristine

Kristine — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 03:37:13 +0000

‘Happened upon your blog just before retiring for the night…interesting how it pleasantly turned out to be religious-based vs. secular!! (It was the very first site that I opened.) God knew what I needed this night. I will read through its entirety, tomorrow daytime. Thank you for your words inspired by Him. The Holy Bible is the best…and these are not trite words.
K

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:58:22 +0000

Yes Tasha – Losing weight starts in the mind. It`s about taking control of our thoughts to consequently have self control in this area of our lives. Actions are a consequence of our thoughts. We can`t take action if we don`t change our thought patterns.
So many people intend to lose and then get stuck because they are trying to put the buggie before the horse ~ so to speak. If we concentrate on our internal dialogues first.. the consequences will begin to appear.. slowly but surely.
Glad this helped you ♥
Blessings,
Eren

By: Tasha

Tasha — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 15:52:07 +0000

This was great! Thanks so much for sharing it with me. I love the verses you included. Reminds me that taking care of myself is a whole body and soul issue. Not just losing a few pounds for vanity sake.

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 05:34:25 +0000

@Lori - Yes we all go through periods of life where our mindset just isn’t “there”. I’m constantly checking where my mind is and if I feel like I am a bit weak in the overeating department I stop everything that’s going on and get my motivation to grow way up high. The higher your motivation to lose the weight, the stronger you will be when you are tempted. That is why it’s so important to understand the emotional and psychological aspects of losing weight and not just the mechanics. I’m sure you will be able to lose the weight that you gained this year. You had a lot to deal with but now you are moving forward to better things. love you girl xoxo

@Mincir - Sometimes the “tug of war” (so to speak) is necessary to be able to get to that place where we are determined. Many times people require of themselves (and of others around them) to already “have” this determination. Sometimes we just need to work through the muddy states of confusion to finally achieve the state of clarity and be able to move forward with full force. It’s essential not to feel guilty if we aren’t there yet but to slowly work towards getting there in our own pace.

@China – yes training our mind is important and being nice with our own selves instead of allowing negative self talk when we are not able to perform at that time.

@Robert – Exactly focus is very important. I hope Angie’s having a great time in Jamaica

xoxo,
Eren

By: Robert Nelson

Robert Nelson — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 01:43:55 +0000

Focus, Focus, Focus. Nothing else needs to be said, But will anyway as it’s Eat less and Exercise more to accomplish this goal.

Great hyperlink to Angie Newtons site. Even if she is probably in Jamaica at the moment, lucky her.

By: china

china — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 18:56:38 +0000

Thanks this has been very helpful to me. Human mind is very complex and is filled with tricks. we must learn how to focus, and train our mind to be focused in our goals. it might be weight loss, success at work, a loving family.. train your mind,!

By: mincir

mincir — Sat, 23 Oct 2010 20:40:10 +0000

Internal battle drives human beings towards brain wandering and inferiority complex. Tug of war create lack of decision but determination drives towards success.

By: lorilynn

lorilynn — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 03:29:34 +0000

hi eren i read this again and i can honestly say s 20 pounds overweight later that i am finally motivated to seriously do something about it. for one thing i have gained the weight by not being active because of the computer, lol. so now that i am aware of that i am very conscious of how much i eat now, not going for 2nds, or 3rds, and smaller portions. plus this was the biggy, no more eating before bedtime. that has been cut out completely. i can tell that i feel better already but the results are not visible yet. it took me a year to put 20 pounds on it will take me less to lose it gradually. as for the rest, all is well in my world. thanks for your heartfelt and caring wishes going into your posts. i love you girl, LL

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:13:47 +0000

Hi Michaela,
I’m so glad you achieved this.. congratulations! That’s a great tip there. Natural foods are my favorite too- not only do they help us lose weight as they also prevent a huge amount of illnesses.
Sometimes I eat a sweet or something but only occasionally. My main day to day diet is filled with natural foods.
All the best ♥,
Eren

By: Michaela

Michaela — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 19:33:39 +0000

If I may, I want to recommend eating 2 T of coconut oil each day (plain, which some may not be able to handle, in smoothies or other treats, or you can cook with it). Over a year & half ago we switched to a whole/traditional foods diet & I lost 40 pounds in just a few months. I had read the book Eat Fat, Lose Fat by Mary Enig & it was truly an eye-opener.

If you’re interested (I hope I’m allowed to post this link), here is my weight loss story. This summer I’ve lost 2-3 more pounds, but I’ve also fallen off the wagon a bit.

http://wyo-helpmeet.blogspot.com/search/label/Weight%20Loss%20Story

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 13:14:02 +0000

@Karla - Thanks

@Walter - Oh yeah it’s good to get off the diet once in a while. Just not all the time or else we end up going back to the cycle of overeating.

@Kelly - So glad the article have helped you. I’ll be sure to check out the site you were talking about.

Blessings♥,
Eren

By: kelly

kelly — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 00:32:28 +0000

Hey Eren, this is a great site, your information will definitely come in handy. I checked out your cousins before and after pictures she looks awesome. My condolences on her losing her dad, I lost my money was only 57 years old. I don’t know if you’ve ever checked out the sparkspeople.com site but it’s been a blessing to me!

By: Walter

Walter — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 07:34:07 +0000

Dieting is really hard and its hard to resist temptation. I myself am dieting by means of eating healthy foods and avoiding processed and fatty foods, however, there are times when I allow myself to indulge just to remove my cravings. Got to rewards myself once in a while.

By: Karla Bond

Karla Bond — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:12:02 +0000

Great tips!! Always need those reminders

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 23:59:13 +0000

Hi Ruth!
Yes I believe the journals and the reminders have to be there for as long as we need them. Some people are able to already keep the new way of thinking about food fairly quickly and don’t feel the need to journal anymore.
Other people continue on for a much longer time and may even go back to them if they start to go back to old eating habits.
The important thing is that we be able to incorporate this new way of thinking into our hearts.
Thanks for your input

Hi Melanie,
Thanks. some times I come back and read these tips or listen to the audio just to remind myself.

Hi Cherrie,(Young and Fabulous)
Yes sometimes people give up because they don’t see immediate results. The key is to keep the motivation high in their own minds and have faith that the results will flow.

Hi Eden,
So glad you found my blog and that this article has inspired you. I pray you have all the strength, motivation and inspiration in your battle. You can do it!

Blessings always ♥,
Eren

By: Edden

Edden — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 08:51:57 +0000

Such an incredible blessing! I put in ‘weightloss motivation’ into google and your blog popped up. Just perfect for embarking on a huge life catalyst, like deciding to fight obesity. Thank you and may God bless you.

By: Young And Fabulous

Young And Fabulous — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 23:26:40 +0000

This is so true. We sometimes get so attached with the end result that we often get frustrated when we don’t see results rightaway. The key to losing weight is slowly, but consistently. You have excellent tips on staying motivated. Thanks for sharing!

By: Melanie (ModernMami)

Melanie (ModernMami) — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 21:47:50 +0000

Great tips and reminders.

By: Ruth

Ruth — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 12:38:17 +0000

I had a very similar experience losing weight. Things got a lot easier once I addressed the resistance to the changes I need to make – why I am so attracted to food when my body doesn’t need it. Now I feel like I’m on auto-pilot. I’ve finally put the journals and all the self-controlling efforts to rest. It’s a lot less stress.

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 02:57:20 +0000

Hi Rhonda,
Yes I had 3 tumors in my uterus and had to take a terrible medication which slowed my metabolism so much that my blood pressure goes down numerous times each day. The doctors said that it was the medication that caused a hormonal dysfunction. All this makes it extremely harder to lose weight than the average person. But I believe that if we keep our minds in place we’re able to overcome all these obstacles.
The point that you made about nobody having a choice is so very true. It’s just a matter of ackowledging and putting to practice the truith before things get worse. Thanks so much for your comment.

Hi Lori,
I’m sure you can achieve all your goals. Praying for your recovery sis.

Love always,
Eren

By: lorilynn

lorilynn — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 07:03:33 +0000

it all looks good erin. thanks for touching on this subject. my goal it to lose some weight before the initial last step is in place in the last phrase of reconstruction. viola:))))

By: Rhonda

Rhonda — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 18:55:39 +0000

Such a cute blog here!

I believe focusing on eating healthier has helped me tremendously. (I’ve had thyroid problems, which slows metabolism) When you want to feel better, look better, have more energy…you have to focus on good health…and by eating healthier the weight tends to naturally come off.

Sadly, most people don’t really think much about health until something comes into their life with health issues. Surprisingly, when you feel you DON’T have a choice (you have eat healthier to fix the issues)…you tend to stick with it!

I tell myself, I don’t have a choice! I have to get up in the morning and exercise…I have to eat healthy so that I don’t pay the price when I’m older.

In reality nobody has a choice…because if you eat a lot of junk food and carry a lot of weight there will be a price to pay later down the road.

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 02:14:09 +0000

Hi Keith,
I’m so glad you liked the post. I hope it helps your fiancee and her daughters. I know that for people who love to eat food (like me) the weight loss and maintenance is a huge battle. I believe that we need to take into consideration the mind and the spirit as well as the body in order to achieve our weight loss goals. We need to spend time to keep our mind and spirit on track.
Blessings to you,
Eren

By: Keith@Norman Rockwell Art

Keith@Norman Rockwell Art — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:08:11 +0000

Hi Eren,
What a wonderful thought process you have laid out here. Yes, that internal battle is the one we fight every single day, whether our solution is weight loss, self confidence or quitting smoking. We have to keep dangling our goal to keep our “bad selves” from winning.

I have never had a problem with my weight, but is is a constant struggle with my fiancee and her daughters. I will pass this inspiration and wisdom in her direction.

I especially like the spiritual emphasis. That is the basis of all strength.

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:53:22 +0000

Hey Lea - I really don’t know what a shred diet is. Sorry that I couldn’t help you out.
All the best,
Eren

By: Lea

Lea — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 10:14:50 +0000

What’s a shred diet

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:01:35 +0000

Hi there Discovery Woman
Losing weight and keeping it off is all in the mind. It’s all about maintaining motivation very high. When I feel derailed I know it’s essential to talk things out until I’m in the right emotional state.
So many people focus on irrelevant details when their emotions and mindset aren’t in the right place.
If the emotional aspect isn’t “right on” everything else simply won’t work out.
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Blessings,
Eren Mckay

By: DiscoveryWoman

DiscoveryWoman — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 21:05:46 +0000

Dear Erin,
Just by reading this blog entry and your reflection made me happy and agree with you!
I write on weight loss motivation (based on my life experience and from meeting people and working with them) in my blog.
Yes, once you made a psychological decision to lose weight, there’s no way back. You shall lose it and keep it off.
I do admire you. Keep those pounds off and live a happy active life.
PS: Let me know if you need any support. Would love to share with you.

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By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 01:59:10 +0000

Hi Traci,
So nice to have you here. If we can all help encourage each other to keep up the great work I’m sure we will go far. When we are kids and teenagers it’s so much easier to lose weight because our metabolism being faster but as adults we face certain challenges.
It’s all a matter of keeping that motivation high and redirecting our thoughts.
God bless
Eren Mckay

By: Traci Little

Traci Little — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 18:01:58 +0000

This was a great post! So nice to meet you! I too, seek to lose and maintain a healthy weight so I can glorify God, be motivated to start each new day, have energy to serve my family and others, and so many other great reasons.

Please check out my blog hop here:

http://ordinaryinspirations.blogspot.com/2009/08/fridays-five-weight-loss-journey.html

By: Sire

Sire — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 22:09:44 +0000

Thanks Eren, I’ll have to give the carrot sticks a try. Who knows, it may even improve my eyesight

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:15:33 +0000

@BK – yes good health is something that is now top of mind for me since I actually have suffered health wise. I had 3 tumors in my uterus and had to take terrible medication before removing them. I’ve taken the tumors out and they weren’t cancerous but the medication has caused me long lasting side effects. Now health is one of my main motivators- I want to live longer to do more for my family and for other people too.

@John - You’ve got such kind words for me. Thank you! I really want people to be motivated and encouraged when they visit my blog. so happy that you feel that I have accomplished this

@Sire – I totally understand the concept of food keeping you company. I love eating and watching T.V. and the thing that has helped me a lot is to munch on carrots or celery. That way I quench that desire and at the same time don’t add on too many calories.
The point of weights is excellent. I have a very slow metabolism and the doctor told me that lifting weights helps accelerate that.
All the best my friends,
Eren

By: Sire

Sire — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:55:27 +0000

Not that I’m on a diet, although I definitely should lose a little weight, but I do notice that I eat way more than I should whilst watching TV at night. It’s as if I need to have something to keep me company while watching TV.

I have found that the best results for losing weight is when a stick to an exercise regime, something that my sister and I have decided to tackle last week. We’re starting weights as I’ve always found that putting on muscle mass helps your metabolism. Having someone sharing the road to weight loss is also a great idea.

By: John Sullivan

John Sullivan — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:26:29 +0000

As someone who doesn’t turn around when they yell out SLIM I enjoyed the post the writing is excellent and it has all the elements of an article that could easily appear in a national publication.. I’d like to be your agent PR rep and all that. I also LOVE the styling the art work is awesome and this is an excellent example of what every blogger wishes they could do.
WOW
thanks
signed up for your rss and will stumble when I get back to my desktop. That was some nice work Eren

By: BK

BK — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 01:58:33 +0000

Losing weight can be a big challenge for most people. It is easy to start a routine to lose weight as usually people will see some immediate results. But as the routine goes along, some will find that the results don’t come always even when they are still doing the same things to lose weight. It may even get slightly worse for some. This is the time they will start to question themselves if everything they have done so far was worthed it or wasted. Their minds will start to lose faith. It will certainly make sense to know the ‘why’ of it all.

For me, the motivation has always been for good health. I can only take care of others when I am in good health myself.

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:36:39 +0000

Hi Natural,
The biggest thing about weight loss is that it takes time to plan out our eating and to also make sure we are strong. Some people don’t realize that internal strength is the the most important thing to concentrate on when wanting to lose weight.
You may be strong on Friday and then something happened in your life that got your motivation down. It’s essential when this happens to separate a time when you stop and redirect your thoughts towards your weight loss goals and remember WHY you are on this road.
That will give you the strength.

Angie- I’m so glad you stopped by. Yeah congratulations on your 30 days of Shred! You’ve got a lot of energy girl =)
All the best,
Eren

By: Natural

Natural — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 02:08:40 +0000

agreed. great post and very helpful. i’m always dealing with this issue and what i deserve. i eat when i’m not hungry,but can’t seem to stop myself. i think it’s emotional eating. i do find though when i stay on top of my exercising that i’m less likely to eat the wrong stuff and i have to make sure i have something to nibble/munch on. i like to nibble, like grapes.

By: Angie (Losing It and Loving It)

Angie (Losing It and Loving It) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:45:46 +0000

Eren,
Thanks for the mention! The 30 Day Shred workout is great and I only have 2 days to go. Phew!

As for the rest of your post, nighttime snacking is my biggest challenge. I have got to give up dessert or I’m going to get myself in trouble.

I do keep a journal for my workouts and weigh in/measurements right now and I’m going to start keeping a food journal again because that helped me in the past only this time I won’t be as specific. I’ll write the foods and amounts I eat but not count everything else.

Your cousin looks awesome! And BIG CONGRATS to you for losing 44 lbs. Amazing!

By: Cara Mirabella

Cara Mirabella — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 04:08:48 +0000

Awesome tips! I printed this out to keep for reference and encouragement in my ‘battle’ with my weight.
And thanks for the links to the inspirational verses – printed them too!

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 02:08:55 +0000

Hi Cara – so glad you stopped by and that these tips will be helpful to you too.
Blessings my friend,
Eren Mckay

By: Eren Mckay

Eren Mckay — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 23:17:56 +0000

Hi Maria- LOL. Hey he shouldn’t have started the routine right?
Yeah I totally get you. Sometimes I’ll be: “Oh if it weren’t for this I would diet.
Or if it weren’t for that…”
But then I decide to stop fooling myself and I’m like- YES! I can do it.
I guess it’s all about riding those motivational waves and losing weight when they are very high.
Or if we find ourselves with low motivation we can figure out a way to make our motivation get high.
Thanks for your comment my friend ,
Eren Mckay

By: Maria@Conversations with Moms

Maria@Conversations with Moms — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:48:31 +0000

Absolutely love your blog and all it’s images.

I started night snacking recently and now it’s hard to stop. I blame my husband since he started the routine.

Yes, that’s me blaming others for my lack of self control. LOL.

By: Erin Huggins

Erin Huggins — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:24:08 +0000

Cool blog! Thanks for that great information!
Wish you the best!

Cheers,
Erin

By: Sharron

Sharron — Fri, 24 Jul 2009 22:05:14 +0000

Wow, Eren
Such a great site. Thanks so much for all you do.

Sharron