PharmHunterJen said:Therapy insights from my mental health journey: my therapist introduced me to the concept of "identity updating" — the psychological work of becoming…
Second this.
lucas_SP_BR said:Anxiety increase on mental health: counterintuitive, but losing weight rapidly triggered anxiety for me.
Same experience, arrived at from the opposite direction. Nothing to add that would improve it.
lucas_SP_BR said:Anxiety increase on mental health: counterintuitive, but losing weight rapidly triggered anxiety for me.
Before/after narrative for mental health — one year in:
Before (273 lbs): Winded climbing stairs, chronic back pain, pre-diabetic, on 3 medications, dreaded mirrors, avoided photos, social anxiety about my weight.
After (178 lbs): Run 3 miles regularly, pain-free, A1C normal, down to 1 medication, bought a swimsuit for the first time in a decade, actually enjoy being photographed.
Total weight lost: 73 lbs. Total life gained: immeasurable. This isn't just about weight — it's about reclaiming your identity.
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View Resultslucas_SP_BR said:Anxiety increase on mental health: counterintuitive, but losing weight rapidly triggered anxiety for me.
Body image adjustment with mental health: I've lost 91 lbs but when I look in the mirror, I still see my old self sometimes. "Phantom fat" is a real phenomenon.
My therapist specializes in body image issues with weight loss patients. She says it can take 12-18 months for your brain's body map to update. In the meantime: take progress photos (your eyes lie but cameras don't), try on old clothes, and be patient with yourself.
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