u/prunejuicewarrior

Hi everyone,

I've lost 80lbs over the last year and a half and my brain still hasn't caught up with this. I was wondering if anyone has experienced this and, if so, did it ever go away? Did you do anything to help it go away?

I feel like I have some kind of body dysmorphia. I still think I'm as heavy as I used to be. I recently ordered these blue jean shorts online, following the measurements, and my heart sank when I opened the mail because I was positive they were too tiny. I almost didn't try them on until my mom encouraged me, saying they would fit. She was right, they fit great.

I bought more shorts at costco the other week, one size that was too big (according to family) and a size that I thought was too small (but family says it fits me better).

I can't wrap my head around my weight loss and the changes in my body. I'm grateful for my regained mobility and health, but I see pictures of myself and I'm constantly shocked.

Even writing this feels like I'm bragging, I swear that's not my intention. I've been considering doing some therapy or something. I've been really heavy my entire life, I don't think I've been my weight now since like elementary school.

I appreciate anyones thoughts or tips <3

I'm so excited I just wanted to share this. Since losing 80lbs and getting down to a BMI of 26 I can comfortably jog now.

I started jogging a few weeks ago and it doesn't hurt to run anymore! When I was heavier running was so uncomfortable. Now, when I hit a stride it's almost like I'm bouncing upward with ease. It's so comfortable to do and gives me a huge mood boost.

I forgot this was what it feels like to run, it's just like when I was a kid.

My dog is so happy too, she's been my little running buddy and loves it just as much as me.