Sounds perfect to me. The area has quite a few outfits dedicated to veterans.
Donating clothes after weight loss and whether to keep larger sizes
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Facilities for seniors, charity shops supporting causes, and shelters for the homeless come to mind as good spots. Not long ago I mailed several bags of brand-new garments to an online resale spot expecting some compensation to purchase replacements yet most weren't accepted and the payout was minimal. Now I regret not giving them directly to those in need instead. Still it works well for finding affordable outfits following significant weight reduction.
I donate my outdated clothing to nearby thrift shops. While shedding pounds those places helped me purchase several trousers in varying fits as I shrank toward my target. It benefits others in the same situation. I also saved a pair or two in the next larger size to check for any increase in my waistline. If they remain baggy it confirms I am holding steady on both mass and shape.
↳ replying to @NorthMarble69
This isn't how things work at the shop I go to or at plenty of similar ones. Check what was posted earlier.
I'm experiencing something similar myself. After dropping a hundred pounds over the last twelve months, my pants went from a fifty to a thirty-six. I received an entirely fresh set of clothes for the holidays. I don't intend to ever get back to my former weight. There's still twenty pounds left for me to shed, and I'm aiming to reach a thirty-four by the time spring arrives. The pants are going to a nearby nonprofit, while I plan to bring the bigger tops along on trips and leave them behind for people without homes. Previously I picked up used items while losing weight, and donating them earned me a discount on future buys.
↳ replying to @GreyPebble50
Wow, what great news! 🎉🎉 I'm really pleased with how much you've accomplished so far. After checking around, my state has none of those stores at all. It's a shame since the whole idea seems really promising.
↳ replying to @CopperMarble87
In the past when I dropped some pounds I threw away every larger outfit I owned since I felt sure I'd never need them again only to regain everything and scramble for replacements. Another time after slimming down I quietly held on to a small selection from my bigger days figuring that if things went wrong again I'd already feel awful enough and shouldn't have to hunt for decent fitting clothes too. That choice turned out helpful later because I could get dressed without extra hassle and felt thankful to my earlier self for the kindness. Right now I'm clearing out most of those items but saving roughly seven days' worth of pieces that still boosted my mood even at my largest.
Besides a couple of loose-fitting pieces such as sweatshirts or a jumper, everything else heads to the nearby secondhand shop. There was a time when I might have held onto them, yet I want this slimming down to stick around for good, and should extra outfits become necessary, I'll purchase fresh ones. These days I repeat the identical outfit at my job throughout the week, meaning my wardrobe requirements focus on days off and trips.
↳ replying to @SteadyQuill55
Despite the stuff sitting in cold storage? That's a surprise. I'm taking a chance by hanging on to one bigger version while passing along the extras thanks to my supply. Previously I saved some and ended up expanding once more.
I’m really impressed by how far you’ve come—that’s great news! You ought to give yourself credit for it. I’d probably toss the old stuff myself, though I sometimes find that step difficult too. Avoid imagining you might return to them, since your self-image shapes who you are. Perhaps save a larger set just for lounging comfortably. Should those turn into your everyday wear because the rest no longer suit, you’d realize it’s time to adjust. The expense involved in replacing everything might push me toward better habits anyway. I do like pricier items, after all. A steady low amount could help maintain direction as well. Many spots take gently used items. You could leave them at a collection point or pass them to people in need. Some organizations even transform worn garments into something new.
↳ replying to @WarmMarble27
Appreciate the input. I'll hang on to clothes one size up from now and pass along the extras. I've already set aside plenty to cover an extended upkeep stretch so I'll make sure nothing pushes me past that single step up. Time to establish a firm limit.
↳ replying to @CopperAlder51
I've been dealing with this for at least a few years now. The thing that scares me most is developing some reaction that forces me to stop. Looking back at times when the weight came back, nothing like extra hardship would have stopped it from happening. I really tried to avoid putting the pounds back on, yet it occurred regardless. Removing something that gives me a basic level of self-respect won't change whether the weight returns or not. Should that occur, I'd prefer to hold onto that respect instead of making things worse by dealing with finding new outfits during an already tough time.
↳ replying to @SteadyQuill55
Yeah I understand. There's still some anxiety from an old medication problem from years back. I came close to taking it but didn't.
↳ replying to @CopperAlder51
Past troubles with an earlier appetite drug made me hold back and keep an eye on things for a couple of years as several close female friends began the newest shot, since I recall how earlier safety claims had let us down before.
↳ replying to @SteadyQuill55
For twelve months my physician wouldn't approve a script. Eventually he gave in and the written order was mine, though this was during the era of physical documents, yet I delayed getting it dispensed until news about cardiac valves surfaced. Prior to beginning, I devoted eight weeks to studying first Tirz and afterward Reta. Nowadays studies seem broader as a result, which gives me some peace of mind. Even so, the concern lingers.
↳ replying to @CopperAlder51
Yeah that's what explains why I've got some reta tucked away in the freezer. My idea is to test just a single vial across about a month so I can spot any fast negative reaction. If one shows up then I'd quit gradually building a bigger supply and switch back over to tirz. Tirz still works fine at present even if reta ends up fitting me better since I want to see more extended results first.
↳ replying to @CopperAlder51
That's fantastic. Just followed along. Really looking forward to watching your path keep developing.
↳ replying to @WarmMarble27
Thanks! 👍 And same here! You've started down that road.
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