Hi thank you so much for that. I reached my 60lb target 5 years ago and you have just put into words the mindset I have had for 5 yrs cutting back on food before weigh in constantly think about sins. Well done for a great decision.

I’m so glad you are feeling better. I left SW for exactly the same reasons. For me it was things like not being able to have seeded bread, trying other foods like you mentioned. You will have a far healthier approach to food now and nothing is restricted. Good luck my darling on the rest of your journey. Xxx

I can totally understand, I lost 20lb in the last 10 weeks to go on holiday, back to target, but went on holiday, after 4 days became very poorly, I introduced naughty food, I was so ill for 6 days, in so much pain in my stomach, I'm now home and only eating what I feel like, the sad thing was mentally I was so happy that I was poorly and not putting on any weight, I couldn't wait to get home and get weighed, and I was still at target, im now taking a step back and giving myself a break, big hugs ❤

I welcome SW into my life. 4stones 9 pounds down. Couldn't have done it without my consultant or group. Respect your decision, love your videos and will continue to watch your journey. Wishing you all the very best xx😘

At the start of this video my heart sunk as this is a genuine fear that I have one of my members feeling. As a consultant I know how heartbreaking it can be to get those messages sometimes. Sometimes you don't know what say but I don't think it would be a anything against you. I know deeply care about all my members and always welcome them back with open arms should they want the support from me and group (I am sure your consultant feels the same) I just wanted to clarify: Members do get discounts on hifi bars, magazines and time to time Iceland range which all are also available to the general public (at a higher price). Slimming World isnt meant to be about restricting ever but filling your belly with the things that give you the results you want. Good luck in your future journey and thank you for being so honest.

I can understand how you feel about Slimming World. Hopefully you can enjoy food in a positive way. I worried about food when is hospital too . A and B choices, meals to choose which were Slimming World friendly

Hello Denise, lovely to see you back again, you have really been missed. I am so sorry you have been so unwell, what a worry for you both. I do completely understand where you are coming from regarding SW, just an acknowledgement from your consultant is all it would take for her to let you know that you are important and if you want to give it a break that is your decision and one that you haven’t taken lightly. You have done so well and I, for one, look on you as an inspiration and will continue to follow you and, I know, will enjoy whatever content you you decide to share online. Look after yourself my love and stay fit and well xx

Well said. Felt like that too on SW, it encourages obsession with food. I do Nutracheck now and am enjoying so much more freedom in food choices. X

Hi Denise, I would like to send you the message that I feel your consultant should have sent you. Hello Denise, thank you for your message, you have done so incredibly well since you have joined Slimming World and I am proud to have been part of your journey. Sometimes things change and we have difficult decisions to make. I will always be a message away or if you feel at some point in the future you would like to join us again you will be welcomed with open arms. Take care of yourself and all the best for the future. Kindest regards your Consultant. I totally understand where you are coming from and I know I have spoken about this to you before. We are all individuals and we have to do what we feel is right for ourselves without worry or guilt. I will not stop watching your videos as you and James are a smashing, kind and lovely couple and I think a lot of you both 🥰 Totally agree about the cost of the boxes, I don't think they will be able to sustain that part of their business unless the either reduce the cost or give members some kind of discount. I didn't realise there was a 2 week wait either, that is ridiculous I am happy to check anything out on the app for you in the future. Very sorry you hear have been soon poorly, hope you make a full recovery soon x Big hug lovely lady xxx.

Hi Glad you're feeling better. I can see what your saying about the SW mindset and why you need to try another way. I'm staying with SW atm as it's working for me. I'm so glad you're still going to let us know how you're doing on your journey. Take care xx

Thank you for your truthfulness. I nearly stopped slimming world but decided to do one more countdown. I too looked at the boxes and thought no way £6 per head for chilli con carne that I’m cooking myself. I’ve also questioned why a 400 cal ready meal by anyone other than slimming world can be so high in syns. I’ll continue to watch you and wish you luck.

Oh Denise, I am so sorry to read this headline. I hope you and James are okay. Sending a big hug xxx

I keep thinking of syn value. I was so fed up last week that I actually put my target weight up as I can’t substain the target I was at. My weight is just creeping up. I’ve felt like giving up on slimming world. My friend packed it in a few weeks ago and she says she feels much better now she is not constantly thinking of food and weight all day long. The only thing is if I pack it in I am afraid I will put my weight all back on again. I feel like I’m trapped Take care Denise ❤from a Geordie subscriber 🇬🇧 xxx

Hi another good video. Well done for putting yourself first. SW does work very well however can take over a bit if you let it. We all have to remember to live our life and not turn down going out and making memories because we get worried about syns! You will smash it as always. Looking forward to the continued journey 💞

I think you’ve made a wise decision. Slimming World works but doesn’t always make sense. I’ll still be watching your videos. Sorry you’ve been so unwell. xx

Oh Denise thank goodness what a revolution i have been there and thank you i thought it was me having the same thouhts like you i was unwell & beat myself up as my appetite went and only wanted to snack the co stant syn checking and scanning at the supermarket became addictive in a strange way I now don go to SW for that reason i lost 3 stone and yes probably have put alot back on but i had been doing since last July and weight was not shifting even when on plan thank you you talk so much sense and look forward to your videos and glad u r feeling better

You are definitely doing the right thing and I have also recently reached the same conclusion! I definitely have disordered eating as I have been dieting for decades. Yesterday we had breakfast out and I sat there looking at the menu & realised that it’s years since I ordered something I wanted instead of whatever has the lowest calories even if I don’t want it! We are in the process of moving house and there is so much stress involved that I feel what I eat is the lowest priority right now! The boxes are way too expensive! I hope you feel better soon ❤

Hello,well you have been very unwell,sorry to hear that.I’m with SW have lost three stone and a couple of lbs to target.I’ve been overweight most of my life ,and SW really works for me.Having said that had a couple of false starts due to the consultant,now after changing groups and finding the best consultant ever who talks much more about what’s going on in your head and not focusing too much on what you’re eating.I do blind weigh ins every week so only really know I’ve lost when I get another award (two stone , two half stone) it has really worked for me not knowing what the scales are saying.There are so many other factors related to losing weight and definitely not only what the scales say .We are all very different and weather you are or not doing SW i will still follow you,good luck and just keep being consistent.

Weight loss is all about the headspace. You have all the skills and knowledge just need to balance your food intake. Focus on what is good for you and managing the portion control. personally my cravings for sugar and the rubbish has gone. I no longer want it as my body has changed and my diet has changed and my body no longer wants it. Calorie awareness works but make what you do eat be calories that nourish and feed you for the good. A day at a time and a lot of days will mount to a great deal.

Hi just found you and thank you for your honest video . I’ve been on Sw for years it’s not sustainable at all . I’m thinking of leaving too and trying to get out of this mindset . Good luck to you xx

Good luck Denise. I will still be watching and supporting you. Hope you’re on the mend now. I know from past experience how SW can mess with your head. You can do it ! ❤

I am a SlimmingWorlder but I really do feel it creates really unhealthy relationships with food. You have done wonderfully to loose 60lb. So glad you are sticking with KZfaq.

So glad you're on the mend Denise. As you say, once you start to feel guilty about enjoying food, it's time for a break. You've done fantastically, having the knowledge to know what works for you and James makes this the best decision for you. I love your videos and will continue to watch and learn from your knowledge. Good luck to you both and enjoy xx

Sorry to hear you've been so unwell! I think it takes so much to move away from what you're used to when you can see that it's creating an unhealthy mindset, I really respect you for that. Unfortunately no matter what form of weight loss you're pursuing there's toxic elements to it, it really takes a lot to keep your head above water and I wish you all the best ❤

Hi, you have got to do what is right for you, I shall definitely still watch your videos. I love how honest you are, can’t wait for future videos, thanks for still sharing your journey. Hope you’re feeling well now x

Glad you are starting to feeling better. Good luck with what ever you do. I will still be watching your journey xx

Oh wow. I was sad when when I saw the thumbnail. I even said a prayer for you. I didn't think you would be a person who did clickbait. Good luck on your jouney.

So pleased you are getting better, I tried to do SW but could not do it for the reasons you have highlighted in this vlog, I love cc so much, good luck with your new journey xx

Glad you're on the mend, Denise. I missed your channel as I too have been in hospital having a hip replacement but now on the road to recovery. My husband is looking after me well but it means my food is simply that, nutrition to get me through the day. I will go back to class in about six/eight weeks and the scales will say whatever. I applaud your thinking because if alarm bells start to go off in your head, you must listen to them. I look forward to your new content and definitely won't hold it against you if you don't mention 'syn values'! I agree with you about the SW boxes. I think they've made a huge mistake with this one but only time will tell. Take care and sending you hugs 😘 xx

Thank you for being so honest, we all need a break sometimes! I’ve been doing SW for 18 months now and am about 5lbs from target and I must admit this last bit has been the hardest and I’ve been yo-yo-ing for ages, but I’m determined to get there, not only because it’s my target but so I can keep going for free 😂. I agree with you on the kitchen meals, why would you pay those prices when you can buy a fully prepped meal from Iceland for similar prices which you just have to throw in the microwave 🧐 anyway best of luck with your calorie counting, I’ll still be following you to see how you get on. Take care and get well soon xx

I applaud you and your decision. Not only discovering your unhealthy mindset but you’ve done something about it in a positive way.

Hope all is well but I have to say good luck to anyone trying to get ‘therapy’ for eating disorders! I’ll still follow what your doing so look after your own mental health. You have amazing insight.

So glad you’ve made the decision to leave slimming world. It sounds like you have a bad relationship with the diet.I myself got to the point where I was taking laxatives to loose weight bad ideas but although I put some weight on I do nutracheck which I find better 29 pounds a year .i will continue to follow your advice and keep up with your journey so sorry to hear that you have been so ill glad your better now wishing you all the best for your future journey take care my dear friend 🎉

Denise I am so glad you are feeling and I will still follow your videos. Your inspiration has been a great help to me. I have only 2 1/2 Stone to lose and following SW from home. I understand how restricting it can be and I tend to eat the same things as this means losing, and I worry about being entertained or going out I tend to beat myself up about food options. I will stick to SW but also look into calorie counting. Good luck will enjoy your future videos. 😃

Hi Denise I really felt for you as can see you have been through it lately are you going to stick to calorie counting and healthy food choices from now on then ?

You have made the very best decision - well done for acknowledging those red flags - even though I don’t know you, I’m proud of you for that! x

I am so glad to see you back I thought you must be ill I admire your courage to leave slimming world for me it’s the account ability if I wasent there there’s nights I would say ah well one Chinese will be ok I’ve now lost 3-11 lbs so o words and upwards take care. 🎉😊

Glad your feeling better ❤. I will keep watching you.

I feel exactly the same- I’ve have switched over to calories using Nutra check because I noice some unhealthy habits beginning to form.

I feel the same way at the moment but i do need to be accountable to someone x

Hi Denise Well Done for being so honest - SW is a low fat diet that works but its also can be very unhealthy too. A lot of low syn foods are very over processed & the healthy foods are high in syns🤔 I have learnt so much about nutrition which I 🙏🏽 SW for but i never do their plan. I enjoy a lot of foods they demonise & like to eat as part of my day to day diet. I cook my own food most days have a few meals out but eat plenty of protein fats & veg. I find the Zoe channel & a brill usa lady called Dani Spiers Clean & Delicious really informative & there is also an ex SW consultant called Kieron who does Grow based on SW & Cal Count. Ive seen a few ex consultants quietly quit SW & do different plans to keep control of their weight. So sorry to hear about ur illness & hope ur recovery goes well. I think u should get to ur 6st call target continue with SW as a target member & weigh in for free every few weeks. Use this year to eat how u want to & not gain it back. There is no law that says u can't cal count & go to SW group. The plan is roughly based around 1500-1800 cals. I personally didn't see the point in counting syns & ignoring the nutrition info on the packets. You have worked really hard to get where u are & group support is so important. Glad ur not quitting utube & getting lots of support from ur utube fam🎉😳🙌🏾

Phew Denise i thought u were going for good. So glad you are still going to be on You Tube. I love all of your videos. Oh My God you hablve really been through it bless you. Sending you Big hugs. I totally understand why you are leaving SW. I weigh in Sunday and every Saturday i really deprive myself and it sort of spoils my weekend. Also im in mindset that I cant go above 8 syns!!!! So although Im still loosely doing SW . I am concentrating of fitness. You are one amazing lady you have achieved so much and will continue to. Look forward to your future videos xxx

Hi Lovely, I’m a very new subscriber but I’m not going to unsubscribe simply because you’re no longer doing SW. I respect your decision, only you know how you feel and once you get an inkling of a disordered way of thinking about food it’s time to change because it can happen so quickly. I actually started to feel obsessive about food when I was doing calorie counting, so we’re all different and we have to listen to ourselves. Regarding your consultant, although I think she was being very shortsighted from a business perspective I think you’re probably reading too much into it. I don’t think your comment necessarily warranted a response and I don’t think she was being intentionally rude, but I do get it, you feel like you’ve built up a relationship with someone and it really doesn’t take much to send a little emoji and a best wishes text. Please don’t feel guilty about not trying the food boxes. They don’t look that great and I think they’re extortionate. Good luck with your new journey xx

You make so much sense in what you are saying you are doing the right thing sometimes it is good to step back and try something new all the best 👍🏻

Sorry to hear this but you have to do what's good for you I'm staying with SW it works for me I've tried everything else in the past I need the group I've lost nearly 2 stone so far I for one won't be buying the new boxes and I'll carry on watching you so good luck x

Best of luck Denise I’ll continue watching you’re great

I left because of the reasons you mentioned. ❤❤I pray you are well, and yes glad you left, that doesn't seem healthy. It made me obsess, have so much food anxiety 😢Jessy 😍

I do think SW can take over sometimes. It’s like if I have cereal for breakfast and want pitta bread for lunch - but then not have it because I’ve already had my HEB. I like avocados and like you say if you want to pick a 400 calorie meal etc you get put off because of the syn value. That’s really bad. I would be upset too. My friend has taken a break from SW as her mind isn’t in it at the minute , and she let the consultant know and she was very supportive about it. Yes, the SW online box thing does seem expensive. It’ll be cheaper to go and buy the stuff yourself. 😮xxxxx

Oh no I hope you are ok your Channel is wonderful xxx

It's your decision Denise hope everything goes well. Look forward to your next weigh in.x

Hi Denise, you must do what is right for you. I do agree that the slimming world food boxes are too expensive and there doesn't seem to be any incentives for paying members. My son also goes to slimming world and he said it's not worth the money for the cook boxes. To be honest I said you're better off just buying the frozen meals because they are already done for you and there is less washing up. I am struggling with losing weight at the moment but I will give slimming world a bit longer because my willpower is awful. I hope you are feeling much better and it's lovely to see you. Take care my lovely kind regards Angeline 😊xx

You’ve made a decision which is right for you right now. You’ve learnt enough from SW to take bits from that and from when you lost using My Fitness Pal before too. I’ve been doing SW since Feb but I only do it online, I don’t need the extra support as I’m focused enough and have the support from my husband. I know at some point I won’t keep paying as I’ll have learnt enough. I don’t have any interest in their boxes at all. I’m happy when the meals are 3 for £10 at Iceland and if not I’ll make it from scratch, or use my slow cooker on busy days. I think the day you choose to weigh yourself at home matters too. I love doing it on a Monday morning, it’s the start of a new week and makes me more focused, so now you have that choice too to change it up to what suits you best. Hope you continue to feel better and get out and about in your new car. Good luck with this new chapter, you’ll be fine I’m sure of it x

How you doing? I hope your health has improved? Thinking of you

i came across your post i have been a member of slimming world and i have lost weight but found i kept loseing then put it on it made me depressed i felt like you some time you just want something different. i did look at my fitness pal and the app told me i needed to have 1200 calories but found that to low i do better on 1400 but dont no if you lose weight on that .have you tried 1400 calories and would you no if i would lose weight on that. well done to you for knowing what is best for you i wish you well

Good luck with your new journey ❤ will see you in your next video xx

I could go on and on about slimming worls. All I'll say is you are better off counting calories and you've made the right move.

Can you please do a review of my fitness pal, how it helps with weight loss and staying on track etc. Many thanks 👍

Hope your feeling better by now I'm glad that you are honest about slimming world I agree with you you can easily become obsessed with what you put in our mouths once slimming world get hold of your head it can poison your mind just enjoy life it does show that it's a money game xx

Glad your feeling better, do what best for you, I still watch your viedos, i weigh every morning and everytime I eat

Highly recommend nutracheck if you’re calorie counting, much better than mfp and only costs about £25 per year.

I have now re subscribed back to your channel now that you have left s/w!! I did s/w on and off for years... never got to target...because its too restrictive!! We should be able to eat whatever we want to as long as we are in a calorie deficit... I use nutracheck now and get on much better with it ❤

Hopefully slimming world consultant has gotten back to you ? Love your new car. Sorry you have been so ill. Slimming World will always be there when needed. ❤ I have reached my target weight

Denise i really in joy the video but I am fine sw has helf me but I lost 5 stone and than as I told you I have accident and I have but 3stone on and I have went back but I am upand down and it is really getting to me could you please help me ias the sins are getting to me thank you sending you all my love and hugs ❤❤

Why Ithis has really upset me hope all is ok

Morning glad you are feeling a bit better, give yourself time, you can't recover overnight as you know. i am looking forward to following your future journey. xxx Lesley xxx

Hope you are ok and still recovering x

I’ll still watch your videos Denise even though i attend SW, you have to do what’s best for you ❤ I know where you’re coming from with the eating less before weigh day. I get weighed on a Thursday so starve myself on the Wednesday, always have done. Take care and all the best ❤ Xx

Smashing I got a wee fright there lol as I just found your channel yesterday and subscribed. Xx

Hi Denise you look fabulous ❤I have followed you from the beginning and have gained so much inspiration from watching your channel. Thanks for everything and I am glad you are going to continue your channel. You are right to take a break and it was unfortunate your leader did not reply but you know you are making the right decision so well done you 🙂 enjoy your new weight loss journey and looking forward to your next video ❤

Hi I've been loads of times at the end of the day your paying their wages so don't feel bad it's your body think everyone get in a rut with it you do what you need to do honey x

Denise, do what is right for you - you have no obligation to anyone else, it is your body. Just keep posting here when you can!

Great to see you back and hope you are back to full health soon, you have to do what you feel is best for you regarding your weight loss journey , i am at target and struggling to maintain every week ,i put on a couple of pounds and then lose then back on , i was thinking of trying calorie counting to see if that would help me , good luck on your weight loss journey , i will keep watching your channel , take care ♥

I needed this thank you ❤

would you ever do a too good to go bag again?

Hi Denise big hugs that would have been a hard vlog to do on many levels, you have been doing some hard soul looking and still have a raspy voice. James awesome for getting you ice cream as much as your head screaming nope how many SYNS....it did you physically good and so soothing but mentally it helped turn the switch. I have worried a couple of times over time I have watched when you have mentioned limiting food pre weigh but as a stranger on Internet did not know how to mention so I am glad you have in your own time and way decided to change things.....had I felt over a consistent time worried I would have found a way. Looking back over the year you have come a long way learnt so much about changing eating and mindset and that it is a life long change not only what you eat but why you eat and now exploring how you use all that has been learnt and apply in a way you can sustain for life and that is fabulous. I am chuffed you fully used all inclusive options for holiday it was well needed. I am still plodding with SW a 1lb a week and heck that is OK as I balance previous knowledge of how I lose weight with SW and although I would love big weekly loss I know my slow but sure way will mean I keep it off but equally I will not feel bad about having a Rock Cake from batch I have just done for my son in law....Baker has to taste product me thinks. I am off to Glasgow on Wednesday and need to find a Greek, Indian and Fish place to eat for my daughter while she goes off for another tattoo where to start lol All before we see Thirty Seconds To Mars..... So big hugs again and wil see you on the next one ❤x

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Dearest Denise ♡ I am terribly sorry that you have been so ill! You poor woman! I am sending lots of love, hugsxx & support your way, along with healing prayers for your speedy recovery. I am very happy to hear that you will be doing what is best for your health regarding healthy eating! I have been on a diet of one sort or another for the majority of my life. I even had weight loss surgery 14 years ago now. I have been morbidly obese 3 times. This led me to have disordered eating. I am glad that you are making the necessary changes to avoid becoming like me! I am no longer on a diet. I just can't do it anymore. I am instead going to try a different approach, weight loss & and maintenance. I hope that it what I do next will help me with my very unhealthy relationship with food. I wish you well on your continued journey!

Wow spots AND stripes am I tripping 😂

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You are better going to marks Spencer for good food and it last well I got the veg bag it was great I made couscous with it very filling sw kitchen box too expensive for most people 🐝🧵🐝