Patience is one of the hardest lessons to learn. I have a little carved rock on my bathroom counter that says "patience" and reminds me daily that I need to slow down and let the process happen (whatever that process is).

Weight loss is a tough one. On the positive side, you've seen some really good progress in just one month. I bet you're stronger as well as having lost some weight. That should make you feel happy and hungry for more (no pun intended). I had a health condition that no matter what I did, I didn't lose weight. It was so frustrating to not see progress. So be happy that you are.

In regard to weight, remember that it took years to become overweight. It didn't happen overnight. And you can't reverse the process overnight either. This is where the patience comes in.

Remember, you're in control. You've controlled your nutrition and your exercise. And you've done great! You can keep doing it. You'll have good days/weeks/months and you'll have times that frustrate you as well. Just keep it in perspective, draw on your support systems when you need to, and you'll reach your goals before you know it!

Lorri