Need some motivation

I have a wedding to be in for my BFF on June 21st, need to lose just a few pounds, I know what I need to do, I just need the motivation, please any ideas??

If you already have the dress you're wearing, hang it where you can see it several times/day.  If not, hang a picture of it on the fridge, on your bathroom mirror, wherever you need to, to remind yourself of your goal. 

Personally I've tried to stop the "I'm going to lose "x" pounds by "x" date" stuff and just eat as healthy as I can and exercise/be active as much as I can.  That way it's just part of my life rather than a contest with/against myself. 

But some people benefit from doing what you're doing; I'd suggest seeking out a buddy (at home or here on CC) that can help keep you on the right track. 

Best of luck!

I like that idea. I took the dress out of my closet last nite, just to see it.

I have been trying since the announcement of her wedding date to be more active and eat right, because I know that is the best way to lose weight and keep it off and I realize that (for me at least) losing weight has to be a lifestlye change. But, is it possible to be so busy with other things that you lose track of eating right and staying active and when you get home your just exhausted, that's how I feel my life has been since I started teaching.

I am going to take your advice and leave that dress out of the closest and hanging up where I see it everyday! Thanks for the advice! :)

I think a big part about being motivated is also being prepared.

And I know what you mean by getting home and being exhausted. Try to get your exercise in before you even arrive home. That is what I had to do because once I hit that couch... I'm down for the night.

Planning ahead for your meals might also give you an advantage. That way when you arrive home and are too tired to think of anything to eat you won't end up devouring an entire large pizza just because it's "easier".

Changing habits is never the easiest and you will have slip ups. But keep the big picture in mind (BFF's BIG DAY! BEAUTIFUL DRESS! FABULOUS YOU!) and try to push through those exhaustion slumps (you'll be amazed at what your body can do when you don't give in to the couch).

Best of Luck - YOU CAN DO IT!!!