battling with depression and weight loss

Hi everyone...I haven't been on for awhile..I guess its because I never made it to the mall for my walking. I finally went to see my therapist yesterday.  First time since october.  I am dealing with so many issues at once.  I am scheduled to see him every week now.  He told me to stay in touch with my friends on this board and to ask for any help or suggesstions anyone has for me. Its a major struggle for me to leave the house..and my old habits have been out of control.  Please stay with me I need you all now more than ever.  i am very ashamed of myself for not being more successful at my weight loss..but I need help so please bare with me.  I saw the surgeon last week and got another fill but I have been gulping water down only to throw it up. Right now I feel very unhappy...Please help me

Its good that you saw your therapist because that is a good first step. Its easy to fall back into our old habits and its hard to change. Dont feel ashamed use this as a challenge for yourself. You are the only one who can motivate you. Dont focus on what you havent done focus on what you are going to do

Big Hugs to you Marilyn - I'm really sorry you are struggling.  Look at the big picture my dear.  You have the tool and just have to implement a plan and take control of your destination.  You have been blessed w/ two beautiful new GRANDbabies.  I've always been told when things are bad, write a gratitude list.  I do understand the depression, I too struggle especially thru the winter and holidays.  Even though it's been years, I lost my only brother in the month of December and my father in January and it just makes it hard.  The pain is still great.     I agree w/ your therapist, stay in touch w/ your friends.  We are here to support one another thru the good and bad.  Don't be ashamed..  just take things one day at time and when that seems too hard, take it a minute at a time.

Hang in there and I'll be praying for a happier, healthier you. Christina

Marilyn,

Please don't stay away because you didn't meet one of your goals that you talked about.  Most if not all of us have been there.  Thats why this site is so great because we do understand.

Exercising sucks or at least in this stage.  Its hard to get moving especially when your joints ache and you can no longer take meds for it.  So what if you didn't make it today, there is always tomorrow.  There is now, maybe something small like a couple of stretches, a few bends.  If you can't make it out to walk today then thats okay, do a few side bends, put on Chubby Checker and do the twist.  Make it your goal to post on the move it to lose it board...I bent over and touched my ankles 5x's today, etc.  We will cheer any accomplishment. What about an exercise buddy?  Its always easy to put off exercise, but if you have a friend who calls and says okay lets go it makes a difference.  I know you would want to leave the house to see those pretty grandbabies.  Make them your motivation for leaving and once your out plan on doing something.  Go shopping, but park at the end of the parking lot.  Every little bit will count. You need to give yourself credit for what you have accomplished so far.  This lifestyle change is not easy.  I struggle everyday with it as I'm sure a lot of people do.  We can do this!!! ~Michelle

Good Morning Marilyn,  Today is Sunday, the beginning of a new week and a new beginning. Take it one day at a time.  How much have you lost as of now? If you have lost even 1 pound more, celebrate it. Its a baby step.Have you tried on a pair of pants that may of been really snug on you in October, and are now fitting you, or or actually big? Today the sun is shining. It is suppose to be a bit warmer,  go out and walk even 100 yards and back. It may motivate you or/and get you out of the rut. I too am having problems keeping stuff down, I really think, no I know, its because I am either eating to fast, or eating to big of peices. I know better! You know you are loved, and we are here to help anytime you need us. You have my phone number, Love ya,

Oh Marilyn.  Just know that we are always here for you and friends are what you need right now.

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Marilyn ((((HUGS))))  Please know we are always here for you! I'm glad to see you post! Praying for you! Jenn