More about Michelle...
Michelle would like to finally lose all the weight after so many year of struggle. “Now is the time to face my demons and succeed in life.” She looks forward to being able to walk into a shop and buy whatever clothes she desires off the rack.
Michelle is part of a large Portugese family and is the only member who is overweight, her grandma has 13 grandchildren! Michelle was teased about her weight throughout school. High school was a hard experience for her, that’s when she realised she needed help with her weight.
Michelle dreams of marriage and starting a family, her greatest fear is dying alone. She is passionate about music and she has a beautiful voice but is too self-conscious to audition. Michelle hopes to lose the weight and gain confidence within herself.
Despite her unhappy years of being bullied, Michelle sees herself as a strong individual. Michelle looks forward to being educated on how to live well and be a healthier person as right npow she has issues with binge eating and is tempted by sweets. She is preparing herself her the journey by accepting the changes that have already happened and the changes yet to come.