“Unfortunately, this isn’t the result of structured and healthy choices, but rather, of a hard time in my life.”
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"After trying for 4 years, say hello to August."
2
“Took me a while, but I am feeling good!”
3
“4.5 years on Weight Watchers! Finally had skin removal surgery done — a breast lift and an extended tummy tuck.”
4
"Just hit 7 years self harm free, 6 months sober, and FINALLY found a therapist that is amazing and helping me with my battle against PTSD and Bipolar 1!"
5
“As I’ve gotten closer to my goal, the weight has started to come off slower, but reminding myself where I started has me feeling proud.”
6
"First of my family to obtain a bachelor’s degree. First to relocate to a new state. As of International Women’s Day (March 8), I am also the first in my family to become a Manager-level employee."
7
“Took 2 months to lose the last 3 lb., but I finally hit my goal weight. For the first time in my life, I’m no longer actively trying to lose weight!”
8
“I overcame my anxiety and my afib (atrial fibrillation) and ventured into the wild today. I’m so proud of myself for doing it. Here’s a smile.”
9
"Anorexia recovery. Still have mostly bad body image days but doing my best."
10
“It’s been an incredible journey.”
11
“Over the course of a year, I moved from home and decided to start getting my life together.”
12
“Formal wear in 2015 vs formal wear in 2021!”
13
“Honestly, I woke up one day and decided I hated my skinny body. I’ve never felt better in my life!”
14
"A great transformation has the power to put a smile on your face!"
15
“21 months of the good stuff!”
16
“2019 to 2021 — ectodermal dysplasia and OCD recovery.”
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“After 4 years of being housebound due to epilepsy, I decided I needed to do something about it. A full year of virtual marathons and 350 miles in total!”