Lost 80 pounds and now I'm paranoid everyone thinks I'm a different person

2d ago1 min read

Took me three years but I finally did it. Started at 280, now sitting at 200 and I actually feel good about how I look. The weird part is people who haven't seen me in a while literally don't recognize me. Had a buddy ask if I was my own brother when I ran into him at the grocery store. I miss pizza nights with zero guilt, I'm not gonna lie. But I gained so much energy back. I can actually play with my kids without getting winded. I can see my feet again without a mirror. The mental shift has been the biggest change though. I used to hate taking pictures. Now I actually want memories.

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CChris T.New Dad2d ago

Man 80 pounds is incredible work. The paranoia is real but remember you're the same person on the inside who put in all that effort, people are just seeing what you already knew about yourself.

MMarcus T.New Dad2d ago

That's such a mental thing to deal with after putting in three years of work. People treating you different just hits different, but honestly you earned that 80 pound transformation so own it.

RRyanRegular2d ago

Congrats man, that's a huge accomplishment. People aren't thinking you're a different person, they're just noticing you look healthier and happier. Which you are. Own that.

JJosh M.New Dad2d ago

That's amazing work. Three years of consistency is no joke. Ignore the weird vibes people might give off. Most people are just dealing with their own stuff and probably not thinking about you as much as you think they are.

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MMarcusNew Dad1d ago

80 pounds is incredible. Seriously. The paranoia is normal but I promise nobody cares as much as you think they do. You should be proud and stop waiting for people to congratulate you or acknowledge it.

BBrandonNew Dad2d ago

Your kids are probably the ones who care most. Mine noticed when I got healthier and suddenly had more energy to actually play with them instead of just sitting around. That's the real win right there.