What do you do...?

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What do you do...?
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Wed, 07-13-2005 - 10:58pm

I've stayed on my Points today, but it hasn't been easy.

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Registered: 05-25-2005
Wed, 07-13-2005 - 11:26pm

Hey Mary...It's been ages since I've seen you around. I am sorry to hear you are so down.

I do the same thing you do, when I'm down, I eat! And eat, and eat. I don't know what the answer is. But I do know that if we acknowledge it and talk about it, then maybe we can move past it.

(((HUGS)))

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Registered: 05-25-2004
Wed, 07-13-2005 - 11:57pm

Oh honey..... I can sort of relate. I'm so in a funk right now and all I wanna do is chow. All I can offer is a shoulder- big one at that and some words of wisdom- don't take it one day at a time- take it minute by minute- celebrate that hour that went by that you stayed OP. That's how I have to do it. I'm so in a funk and the meds are NOT working!!!! But lucky for me I have two wonderful kids to keep me going- of which saved my life tonight.


Keep your head up honey bun! WE CAN DO THIS WITH EACH OTHER_ NOT ALONE!!!!!!

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Thu, 07-14-2005 - 9:41am
Hell Mary!
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Thu, 07-14-2005 - 9:05pm
It happens all too often with me. I think many of us grew up using food as a comfort. I usually try to keep only healthy foods in the house. That way if I binge at least it is only on something healthy. Exercise also really helps me when I am feeling depressed. When I am really down I may have to force myself, but I feel much better afterwards. You also might try to find something else to put your feelings into rather than food. I know you write, why not try writing when you are upset. I have found a cup of hot tea or coffee and a good book helps me. I put the kids down, lock myself in my room , and read for the rest of the evening. I am really proud of you Mary. I know it has been rough, but you don't give up. Sharla
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Thu, 07-14-2005 - 10:35pm

Mary,


Honey, I'm so sorry that you are down...I think you are a beautiful woman with amazing talent...you can do anything you put your mind to, and never mind what other donkeys have said about you or to you...I know firsthand how much it hurts to be rejected by someone that is supposed to love you, but you know what?

    
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Fri, 07-15-2005 - 2:25pm
Boy can I relate to all you wrote ..for the past 30 years..........got up felt great ,than the hubby started and what did I just do ,turned to my trusty old friend ice cream...I've been trying and have lost 20 pounds sense March 05..it hasn't been easy ....just try and stay positive ,if you need an e-mail buddy just e-mail me twosteps56@yahoo.com I just returned from Ireland in June ..it's wonderful there ..for once I felt like I was home and belonged...sending feel better hugs ....Barb

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Sat, 07-16-2005 - 2:28pm
Bless your sweet heart. I feel like food doesn't let me down so it's a comfort. It's always the same and very reliable. But as soon as it's gone I'm down again. So it's definitely an illusion for me. I'm working on going to God for comfort instead of food. When you need that physical contact, get to someone who will give you an unconditional hug. A friend, family member, or go get a massage. My massage therapist has wonderful ears and has no problem with treating large women. My husband is very cuddly but when I feel my ugliest I'm afraid to have him see me, touch me. I feel disgusting yet that's not how he sees me. It's interesting that your BF tells you to go have a snack. I'm not sure I understand that. But I know if it were me, I'd be searching for a friend or family member who would give me an unconditional hug. We all need body contact - everyone of us. I know it's through the computer screen but I am telling you that you are beautiful, and giving you a wonderful, warm hug of friendship and compassion and care. :o) Kristi <><
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Sat, 07-16-2005 - 2:31pm
Great post Lori, I agree - Kristi :o) <><
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Registered: 01-27-2004
Sat, 07-16-2005 - 2:44pm

(((((Kristi))))), I didn't make myself very clear.

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Registered: 08-31-2004
Sat, 07-16-2005 - 6:12pm

Mary--I know that you are working through the stuff that has happened to you in the past but you really need to let it all go.

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