There was an article in this month's self magazine, on They explained the difference between "ideal weight" (which may not be attainable, or may only be attainable by sacrificing enjoyable foods and activities) and "happy weight" (which may not be perfect but which is still beautiful, healthy, and happy).
There's a calculator on there, so I did mine. Charts and medical stuff all put my ideal weight at 110-115 since I'm 5'1", but I've long known that's bullshit because I've been within that range and I had bones sticking out everywhere. According to this calculator, my happy weight is 121, which I can reach with moderate exercise and generally healthy eating and the occasional splurge. I'd definitely look great and be fit at that weight.
Did anyone else do this up? What do you think? Is there a huge difference between your ideal weight and happy weight? They gave the numbers on several other women and it was interesting to see where everyone's reality and self-perception lined up.


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I believe you Dottie and you have my support 
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