Menopause Madness!!!
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| Sat, 02-18-2006 - 9:30pm |
HI,
I had a really bad week this week, can't even begin to desribe it. I was just ready to blow at the drop of a hat, ALL WEEK!!!
And I did!!! I don't know what is going on, but I just can't seem to get a grip on my emotions, every little thing has set me off, dh, dd, and dear dog!!!
I am 46, so I was thinking maybe I am approaching the change of life.
Luckily, and through only for the grace of GOD I managed to stay on program the ENTIRE time. This was nothing short of a miracle.
Has anyone else experienced this going on while losing weight. I can't explain why I feel so ready to snap, I am eating VERY well, getting my whole grain carbs, I know it is important to get the B vitamins, I am eating a TON of fresh vegetables, eating lots of tuna, salmon, lean meats, and low, or even no fat dairy.
I started Jan 12th, and as of today I'm down 24lbs. So it isn't that I'm unhappy with my results, and I'm exercising EVERDAY, even weekends, doing 45 min, 3.3 miles, on the treadmill, which makes me feel great, I haven't had to take any Advil, or anything for weeks now, and my knees feel fine. So what gives???
If anyone else has gone through this, I would really love to know what to do to handle things better.
Holly

Well, I'm 26 and I have the same symptoms, so I don't think it's menopause.
Friday was the worse, I just exploded for no reason and after apologies, etc I swore I will get a grip. Then exploded again Saturday night. I did a bit of soul searching and I think I am a bit frustrated with "stuff'. Small stuff really that are just adding up. I am going to list all the things that I think are causing me to get edgy. Even the things that may seem irrelevant (ex. needed to go to the supermarket but didn't find time). I'll try to work out solutions and disregard anything that is just plain stupid to get fussy about. Maybe this will calm me down overall. I'll tell you if it works.
Are you feeling any better today?
btw: it is awesome that you're still on plan!
Hi Mary,
Thank you so much for the encouraging words, I think it really helps to know you're not alone, as I was feeling. I feel so badly for my family having to put up with me.
I also have done some soul searching, and I think alot of it may have to do with the fact that we have moved here from another country, just 6 months ago, and I have yet to make 1 gal pal. I have NO ONE to talk to , hang out with, etc, and ALL of my family is now 5 hours away. And to make matters worse, dh works incredibly long hours, not getting home until 8pm, every night.
However, I have the determination to stick things out, regarding my healthy changes, I know that this is the ONE thing right now I can do for ME!!!! I told my hubby,and dd this is MY year, it may sound selfish, but I really need to just focus on myself for a change.
As of this morning I am down 26lbs. I KNOW that the walking is REALLY helping, so I encourage you to keep at it, even if for just 15 or 20 min. Four weeks ago, I would have NEVER guessed I would be walking 45 min EVERYDAY !!! And feel so great after!!!
Holly
45 minutes everyday? This is great. And you only started 4 weeks ago. I've been meaning to start for months and I'm still struggling. But this will change this month. I can't make it "my year", but at least I can make it "my month". I just came back from a 30 minutes walk and I can't believe how great it feels. I have more energy and less stress.
You seem like a very nice person to talk to. I bet you'll meet new friends soon. And until then, you have us :)