05/02/2025
MEET SANDRA, ONE OF MY SATURDAY MORNING SUPERSTARS.
Why did I join.
Simply… I hated how I looked. I felt uncomfortable going out, I never had anything to wear, and that is just not my personality. I love shopping, clothes, going out, dancing and generally having a fun time, but I just couldn’t do it anymore! I’d lost my spark! Then I noticed how well my cousin had done on her weight lost journey, and something clicked…so I joined Slimming World the very next week!"
What did I change.
This time, I decided to take each day at a time. Rather than going cold turkey and denying myself of everything I enjoyed (wine, chocolate, biscuits), I knew I needed to change my mindset. I still have all these things! I ask myself, "Do I need it or want it?" Sometimes I really want it, and yes, I have it – because I can! Other times, I realise I’d much rather have a loss on the scales next week. I listen to my body and my mind. It's all about balance.
What has helped me.
My Slimming World group and consultant, Toni…….our Saturday group is just amazing, it’s a social event. We have a giggle. Sometimes there are tears – the group is full of wonderful people who will straighten that crown. Toni is one of us. She understands how we feel, the good weeks, the bad weeks, and there is never no judgement. We are all on the same journey, just taking different routes.
What challenges have I faced
The hardest part is when people try to encourage you to have something you haven’t planned……….’Go on…It’s just a small cake’ or ’Oooh have a chocolate!’ – especially at this time of year! The group has really helped me alter my mindset here, as although well-meaning, this can really knock you off track. I’m now able to say ‘No, thank you!’
What motivates me.
Clothes!! It’s amazing to be able to go shopping and having a choice. It used to be a case of ‘that will have to do!’ – as long as it fit! Now I have so many options, and I love the newfound confidence this has given me. I never want to go back, and I never will with the help of my Slimming World group and Toni.