The Unfiltered Truth About My 35kg Weight Loss Journey
I didn't get here by accident or magic. I got here by cutting the BS and finally being honest about why I was stuck. Here's the reality behind my 35kg transformation and the lessons that changed everything.
Stupid things I normalized when I was 38kg heavier, like daily takeouts and avoiding mirrors. Admitting these habits were the problem was the first step to real change.
I went to university to study law because I thought that's what a good Indian girl was supposed to do. But I was miserable and at my heaviest. My journey has been about finding my own path, both in my career and my health.
I love food, but I spent years battling my weight and mental health. This photo shows me enjoying food without guilt, a freedom I fought hard for.
I used food and alcohol to numb how I felt about myself. I was stuck in a cycle of guilt and hating the mirror. Breaking that cycle was the hardest and most rewarding part of my journey.
This picture was taken in my law firm's toilets. I was working 40+ hours a week, completely burned out, and at my heaviest. I couldn't believe what I had done to myself.
I felt trapped in a cycle I couldn't escape. I never wanted pictures taken of me and avoided going anywhere because I had no confidence and felt so ashamed.
For anyone new here, this is my story. From depression and self-sabotage to confidence and freedom. It's a journey I'm proud of.
For a long time, I wasn't living; I was just surviving. I blamed everything but my own choices. Don't wait as long as I did to admit the truth and start making changes.
One of my reasons for losing weight: to be able to live longer and avoid health problems. This isn't just about looks; it's about your quality of life.
The start of my "reasons why" series. I lost 5.5 stone (35kg) for my health, my confidence, and my future.
About My Unfiltered Journey & Advice
I used to think my law career was the reason I couldn't lose weight—I told myself I was just 'too busy' for anything other than takeaways and late-night snacks. The reality was that I was using my high-stress job as an excuse to avoid the hard work of meal prep and consistency. Once I stopped blaming my schedule and started tracking the actual reality of what I was eating, the weight finally started moving.
It took me years to admit that my 'why' was stronger than any fancy workout plan. I was 35kg heavier, miserable in my corporate suits, and convinced that I had to choose between being a successful professional and being healthy. I was wrong.
Why Most Diets Fail You
Most women get stuck because they try to follow a plan that doesn't fit their actual life. They cut out all carbs, ban their favorite Indian staples like roti and dal, and then inevitably binge because they feel deprived. I did exactly that for years. It wasn't until I focused on sustainable fat loss that things changed.
The Truth About My 35kg Loss
- Consistency over Intensity: I stopped 'starting on Monday' and quitting by Thursday. I learned to balance my days so that one bad meal didn't turn into a bad week.
- Honesty with Intake: I had to stop pretending that 'healthy' food didn't count if I ate too much of it. Volume eating helped me feel full without the calorie bomb.
- Movement as Fuel: I stopped viewing exercise as punishment for eating. I started using it to actually fix my energy levels, which was a massive game-changer for my 40-hour work weeks.
You don't need a miracle pill or another crash diet. You need to stop lying to yourself about your daily habits. If you're tired of feeling trapped in a cycle of shame and 'resetting,' let's actually fix the foundation.
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