On May 14, 2001, I started the Points Program with Weight Watchers (WW) with a big waistline and little hope. Though I’ve had my ups and downs, nothing for me can beat looking and feeling better.

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At my highest weight (between ages of 23 – 28) my health was failing. I was taking a large dosage of blood pressure medicine and was diagnosed with sleep apnea. It was so frustrating to breath through a C-pap mask at night to regulate a sleeping disorder. I felt so defeated. One of the first things I learned on WW was what my boundaries are with food (i.e. you get this many points and can spend them however you want). After a year on the plan, I accomplished my goals. Today I take no blood pressure medicine and no longer need the mask to sleep at night.

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In addition, it’s great interacting with others, and having people comment about my weightloss has boosted my self esteem. My interaction with all people has improved because I feel like people now see the real me. Another way to look at it too is that BECAUSE I think people see me in a positive way, I interact better with others.

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My journey continues today as a WW Wellness Coach.

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