https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:53:40 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-553864 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:21:49 +0000 Anonymous 553864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi all... I'm not sure if you are aware but this is an old thread!<br /> Kari - You are even more amazing 1 year later! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-553843 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:56:51 +0000 krishnidoux 553843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fantastic, and you have such a great attitude too! I agree with everyone here that you rock. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-553768 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:51:23 +0000 Meredith1953 553768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Kari,<br /> First of all you truly are a gorgeous woman with a lovely shape who has a good<br /> sense of self. Making the comittment to live a healthy lifestyle is so much more important then just wanting to change how we look. That desire to live healthily provides all the building blocks that are needed to move us to the place we want to be. Losing OR gaining desired weight is just a part of that process and is a lovely bonus we get as a result of taking care of ourselves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-553701 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:35:07 +0000 Aziraphale 553701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You go girl! (The cuteness of your workout gear may have inspired me to toss the ratty old tee shirts I run in).</p> <p>Seriously, though, pat yourself on the back. You're going about this the right way. And of course you already look fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-553658 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:56:06 +0000 Autumn 553658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know this is an old thread, but I came across it yesterday and it really resonated with me. I, too, have never been able to shame myself into losing weight. I lost a bunch of stubborn post-baby weight this past fall after trying unsuccessfully for a long time. I don't think it was a coincidence that my weight loss happened right after I finally decided to invest in some new clothes for my larger size. As soon as I had a new work wardrobe that made me look better and feel more confident, the pounds really started to come off. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-283752 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 06:14:13 +0000 anne 283752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for sharing your confident feelings with us! You do indeed look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-283744 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 05:59:10 +0000 Lena 283744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rock on, Kari! You're beautiful inside and out. </p> <p>It sucks that it takes some of us a long time to get to a positive place and at peace with ourselves. I look back on myself as a teen and college student - all this time wasted on insecurity. I think I had some body dysmorphia, too - it's weird and scary how self perception can fail us badly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-283456 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 20:09:49 +0000 Cilleena 283456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What an awesome way to look at things, Kari! So positive and uplifting. You ARE beautiful just the way you are. Self confidence is so important. Keep that attitude and good luck on your healthy habits journey. You can have nothing but great results! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-283309 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 16:24:09 +0000 Jonesy 283309@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a lovely, thought-provoking post, Kari. I appreciate your perspective so much! To love and respect yourself--all aspects of yourself--is such a gift. It's funny how we can sometimes be so generous with others, but stingy and exacting with ourselves. Your insights are a pleasure to read. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-283129 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 02:23:39 +0000 Bookarella 283129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have such a wonderful, positive attitude, Kari. Thank you so much for taking the time to share this with us. I have been striving to achieve that level of comfort in my own skin for many years. I am not quite there yet, but I am working on it. I wish you the best of luck on your weight loss journey. I lost 40 lbs. on WW about 10 years ago. Unfortunately, I have gained it back and now want to lose it again for good. I am contempating doing the online program, too. I just need to commit! You are one of my faves here on YLF and I think it is because your sweet spirit just comes through those pictures in your smile and your thoughtful posts! Hugs to you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings/page/2#post-283117 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 02:10:53 +0000 Megan 283117@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Kari, </p> <p>I agree with others that you are gorgeous Best wishes for your goals. I thought I would share an Australian website that allows you to track caloric intake and fitness goals like WW online but it's free. </p> <p>The site is <a href="http://www.calorieking.com.au/" rel="nofollow">http://www.calorieking.com.au/</a> Hopefully it's also useful for US residents </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-283115 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 02:05:51 +0000 medusa 283115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, I agree that you look great. Your thoughtful post is inspirational. I think it's fantastic that you can approach making changes in your life with such joy, positivity, and a healthy attitude. Thank you so much for this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-283028 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 22:52:19 +0000 Debbie 283028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a very thoughtful post and you have an amazing attitude. You are beautiful both inside and out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282979 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 21:07:54 +0000 Sally 282979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have such fabulous curves Kari and you dress so well! I am envious when I see your outfit postings. I do agree that positive changes /positive habits are the best way to maintain a healthy body. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282975 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 20:22:50 +0000 Scarlet 282975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, I agree that you look great as is, and I am happy to read about your positive attitude. A lot of us could stand some more movement in our lives to make us more healthy. Good for you that you are making it happen! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282959 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 19:33:32 +0000 LoP 282959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari: When I saw the heading, I thought why would Kari want to lose weight. She looks great. After reading what you wrote, I'm so happy. Thank you for being such an example! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282957 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 19:29:23 +0000 Melissa 282957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, you are so lovely, and I support your feeling proud of yourself and your body every step of the way. Isn't it wonderful to feel connected to and proud of your amazing body that carries you though every day? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282926 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 18:11:04 +0000 Laura 282926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are a beautiful person outside and inside, Kari. With your attitude, you will definitely be successful - no doubt about that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282910 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:46:06 +0000 kellygirl 282910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a thoughtful post, Kari! You have a fabulous attitude. It took me a long time to get to where you are now. Thanks for sharing your inspiring "musings!" </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282909 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:45:19 +0000 tarzy 282909@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari - you rock! You are certainly one of the top style inspirations around here, so whatever you're doing - keep doing it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282903 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:30:26 +0000 Anonymous 282903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, your post made my day. I applaud your great attitude and efforts to be healthy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282896 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 17:16:57 +0000 Polly (thunalata) 282896@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What an uplifting thread! So lovely that you see in your pictures what I certainly see - a beautiful attractive woman.</p> <p>Changing one's diet/habits is a separate issue, in my mind, and I see it as a bonus if there's weight loss too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282885 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:56:16 +0000 Lynne 282885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And so you should, Kari - you are gorgeous as is. Being stronger and healthier is a gift you give to yourself and your loved ones. Wonderful YLF-ers, I have marked this thread as one of my favourites and will refer back to it for inspiration. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282882 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:49:29 +0000 Carole 282882@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari-I love your attitude and your confidence, it shines through here and I'm sure in every avenue of your life! How can you not succeed with that kind of spirit! </p> <p>I was wondering how the online WW works, if it is effective. I'm still trying to go it alone just following the program, but I keep hitting road blocks. Family, friend, work commitments, colds, flus-you name it. But I'm still hanging in there. I wish I had 1/2 the positive attitude and conifidence you have! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282874 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:37:25 +0000 Isis 282874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari--Love your sentiments, and it is wonderful that you can see the beauty that we all see in your body! It is rare to see any woman, regardless of shape, who embraces her body! </p> <p>I am not sure if online WW offers more, but check out <a href="http://www.sparkpeople.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.sparkpeople.com</a> It's free, and I use it for on-line tracking of food and nutrition when I want to shed a few pounds (usually winterweight after the holidays!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282869 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 16:30:25 +0000 Srujana 282869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kudos to you! You are beautiful and the way you view yourself is quite lovely. Best of luck on your efforts and I'm sure that if you keep giving yourself positive feedback, your body will respond all the more for it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282836 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 15:30:41 +0000 rute 282836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a lovely shape..sexy.. but I support you effort to be healthier!<br /> My advice is keep those photos for ever! I have mine and when I look at them I see an HUGE difference and they inspire me to keep going because I do not want to go back there!<br /> You do look nice but you can look better with just a few healthy changes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282747 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 06:14:46 +0000 AJ 282747@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've had my new perspective only within the last 3 or 4 years after I happily discovered the world of fashion/style blogs.</p> <p>Well since I have subtle curves, I think you have a beautiful, enviable shape and it isn't a surprise that you feel "confident, positive, and sexy" in it. </p> <p>No matter what our current body state, it's always a good idea to take a proactive approach to exercise and healthy eating. I'm finding as my body gets older, I just need to try to stay healthy so that I can keep on keeping on. (Ugh! Things are creaking and groaning already! LOL!)</p> <p>I tend to want to hibernate as well when I'm down in the dumps and I gotta keep reminding myself that even just a little bit of exercise will get those endorphins flowing and I'll be in a better mood in just a few minutes.</p> <p>Even the smallest changes reap great benefits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282744 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 06:08:30 +0000 Aida 282744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, I'm glad this is the attitude you have. You look great and you certainly deserve to feel great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/healthy-habits-weight-loss-self-esteem-musings#post-282736 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 05:58:45 +0000 Kari 282736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>AJ, I think that's the best motto:</p> <p>"I CAN look nice as my body is right now."</p> <p>And more than that, I think we deserve to look good and feel good in the bodies we have today, rather than punishing ourselves and delaying feeling positive or having fun with style until our bodies are the size and shape we desire.</p> <p>I've never really "got" this perspective until fairly recently. I went through a long time feeling insecure about my body, primarily tied to the awkward adolescent period where I had absolutely terrible acne and was convinced my scrawny, gawky body was unattractive - and I look back at my body shape in those days, and I was adorable!<br /> Now, I have a body that some people probably wouldn't feel happy in, but I've somehow reached a point in my life where I feel confident, positive, and even sexy in my body, just the way it is today.</p> <p>Like MaryK mentioned, all of my weight loss failures have occurred during periods where I haaaated the way I looked and was constantly feeling down on myself for being so heavy. When I'm down, I'm prone to depression, sleeping a lot, and over-snacking. So I do need to make sure I don't succumb to that negative attitude again - it's not a good or productive road to go down. </p>