In the back of my mind I think It could distract me from my program and fuck everything up. Also, bodies tend to be far more attractive if well within the healthy weight range. Yep. Honestly that's enough for me. TRUST that it is likely happening to you. You DO NOT have to have everything going your way to start losing weight. People are nicer, they respect your opinions more. I'm 24, 290lbs and never had a girlfriend, I was wondering how much influence losing weight will have in this department. Start caring about your hairstyle, your clothes, your hobbies, etc NOW! I would say it this way: We tend to place blame on a lot of our problems on our obesity. Seriously though the difference is stark to the extent I actually don't believe you, I'm certain that everybody notices. I have lost 100 + lbs and it has made me significantly more attractive AND has given me much more than just that. You will likely not appreciate it as much when it is happening to you (and that's common) due to your subjectivity and typical self-image -- most of us are critical of ourselves. Look at r/progresspics at people who are about 290 -- and see how they've changed. Accept feedback as genuine. I'm currently 360-ish to 370-ish, and my target weight is 220, like my nutritionist says I should be. I like who I am as a person, but I am not afraid to say that I know absolutely nothing about dating and confidence. The only thing it's impacted is how often I get hit on by men but this does not change, in general, my ability to actually form meaningful relationships with them. Also. “I found a few subreddits on reddit that help people lose weight. It's odd too, because I am really just the same insecure guy I ever was, I just have more chances to expose this fact now. I think there's a myth sold to people through the media that being beautiful will solve your problems but the reality is that your physical appearance is a tiny blip in the things that genuinely make you feel happy and satisfied in your life. I am definitely more attractive now but (to my surprise) it doesn't really make me much happier or has altered the quality of my life in any real way. Brushing aside my lack of practical experience, I guess deep down I am terrified of love. Not really any nice way to word this, but excess body fat simply isn’t sexy. I think I look better but nobody notices in real life, only the internet, haha. The truth is that with all my "dating" life now (if you can even describe Tinder, POF, etc. I’m sure I’ll get used to it but It’s definitely a bit unnerving. I've become a rampant control freak. EVERYTHING is easier to do. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Your progress picture is proof you're a pretty good looking dude now. And YES. Like yeah, it helps being attractive and makes you feel a bit better about yourself confidence wise, but it hasn't revolutionised my life in a way i genuinely believed it would while I was fat. Everyone has different problems and different solutions for those problems. Well I have to take everything you write with a pinch of salt due to your username, but what you said is a common theme; that it helps but isn't as impactful as we imagine it will be. This is the reddit to post those awesome before/after pictures of yours! Look at r/progresspics and you’ll see how much more attractive people get when they lose weight. >"The difference is stark. Quick Start Guide - How to start losing weight. Night and day difference. A place for people of all sizes to discuss healthy and sustainable methods of weight loss. I see a lot of posts saying how you really should sort out the mental blocks that being overweight has before or while you lose weight, since losing weight isn't the solutions to all your problems. Confidence makes you significantly more attractive... but a slimmer body doesn’t hurt either... and will hopefully help your confidence as well... I’ve been married for 10 years but even have more confidence with things pertaining to the wife. It is all a definite mental transformation as a physical one. Message the Challenge Admins. Like yourself, I had zero activity from females until recently, but now I have so much it is overwhelming. in those terms) I am about as romantically awkward as they come. From working out to doing chores. Whether you need to lose 2 lbs or 400 lbs, you are welcome here! Whether you need to lose 2 lbs or 200 lbs, you are welcome here! ... 8 Amazing Weight-Loss Transformations. I see a lot of posts saying how you really should sort out the mental blocks that being overweight has before or while you lose weight, since losing weight isn't the solutions to all your problems. Press J to jump to the feed. It does not need to display weight loss. How to get started losing weight: https://www.reddit.com/r/loseit/wiki/quick_start_guide, ♂54 5'11/179㎝ SW:298℔/135㎏ CW:183℔/83㎏ [3Y AMA], [1Y recap] MFP+WalksHikes+TOPS. The weird thing is that I’m finding it really uncomfortable. Having gynecomastia while carrying chub in so much quantity is definitely a big blow to esteem, I'm hoping weight loss will make me very different. I went from 386 to 211 (gained some back since then) but at 211 I was noticing obvious signs of attraction from some women who even knew me when I was super fat. I am told it takes awhile for the mind to catch up with the body, but I do know that my life and personality has changed, perhaps permanently. Hard to tell for myself, but I see the 'before and after' face photos for weight loss and the people look way, way better looking after weight loss. Though I do feel as if some benefit more from losing weight more than others (there are only winners waiting at the finish line of course), and that I could one day be one of them. And a surprising majority of dudes are not freaked out by it. People respect you for being competent, driven, diligent and that's what you exemplify when you lose a lot of weight. I see a lot of posts saying how you really should sort out the mental blocks that being overweight has before or while you lose weight, since losing weight isn't the solutions to all your problems. I’m getting people I’ve been friends with for a few years suddenly interested in me. Start working on your self esteem now so that you have the confidence later. Progress can come in many … As far as the things in your head, I'm currently losing and dating and I'm surprised by how many people "get it". I checked for myself and goodness, the sweater journey is intense. Help & Resources. If you want to focus on your weight and you believe that will help you in other areas in your life where you may be lacking, then I think you should trust your instincts. I feel as though no girl would ever be able to understand my rather irrational idiosyncrasies which has gotten me to this point. Yes. You will have a similar experience, but you are not an objective observer of your own self like you are when you see pictures of other people. Losing weight WILL make your BODY more attractive, but will not make YOU more attractive. From clothes shopping to feeling better because I have my health in order. I disagree with some of the people in these comments. Review the subreddit rules here before posting. ^ This exactly is what I aspire to. ". When it's gone, we find we still have those problems. This Guy Beat Addiction and Lost 210 Pounds. I’m working on it now so I don’t have to when I lose all the weight. At the end of the journey, your body might be 125lbs lighter, but YOU are still YOU on the inside. I totally own my weirdness. I am going through a phase now that most people probably got out of their system by their early to mid teens. This is a common pitfall that you need to be aware of. Take compliments at face value. Take this from a guy that has also been 280+ his whole life. It is up to each of us individually to decide what we need at this time in our lives. I've said it before I think, and I'm not trying to be creepy, but the answer to OP's question is yes. I went from 386 to 211 (gained some back since then) but at 211 I was noticing obvious signs of attraction from some women who even knew me when I was super fat. Message the Moderators. Let me know what it's like when you get used to it. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, 15lbs lost 26F 5'2 SW:180 CW: 164 GW: 110, F29 | 5'1" | SW: 220 CW: 120-125 GW1: 130 GW2: 115 Preggo: 128, 48M 5'10" | Start waist:40" | Current: 30.25" | Goal: 29, 60lbs lost F24 5'11/SW:107kg/CW: 79.1kg/GW: 68kg/ SinceJan2017, https://www.reddit.com/r/loseit/wiki/quick_start_guide. I am no good judging myself since I am my own worst critic, as even now I still think I am fat, but judging by both how females have reacted to me and the amount of activity I get on apps like Tinder, I would say the answer to that is "yes". The sub was difficult to look at honestly, seeing what people my height and weight look like but imagining me in their mould, but also very helpful. The extra facial fat hides my cheekbones and jawline, and thus my face is just round and plain. This is what I meant by that other post not being exactly helpful. The difference is stark. Some of it was from confidence and respect. Though I do feel as if some benefit more from losing weight more than others (there are only winners waiting at the finish line of course), and that I could one day be one of them.

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