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I am really depressed lately and have seen the scales going up. I am a mom to two little boys both affect differently with Autism. I am so worried about them that I almost wear my extra weight as a armor suit. I have a hard time going to the weight watcher meetings as I really don't want to hear the problems associated with food. I know that may sound selfish but I really just get very discouraged with it all. I don't even know how to begin anymore I don't have the will to even get up and go for a walk let alone figure out what I should be eating. Sorry I must sound like a broken record. I am just really down in the dumps. Help... Denise
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believe me with time everything will be better. try to focus on the positive. you'll be okay. we all need to vent without hearing others peoples problems added with it. you'll be fine!
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I eat when I'm stressed...I think it's almost human nature for those of us that are overweight. It may help you to go to the meetings so that you can refocus your attention, even if for that short time you are there. Working out also helps your body cope with stress. Talk with God, He listens. He may not automatically switch your eating habits to "healthy", but talking with Him can help too.
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Hi Denise, when was the last time you had a vacation by yourself? You have a plate load of responsibilities and I know you are not telling us everything that is going on in your life. So I assume you need to get some real quiet time by yourself. I am really sorry you have to deal with so much. Hang in there, you have a lot to live for.
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Denise. You poor bugger. What a load. Those boys are still very connected to you ah, still a part of you.
You said "I don't even know how to begin anymore". Well, try this if you will. Say out loud, as loud as you can, "I am not an animal". And again, "I am not an animal, I am a human being. I need to be loved like everyone else."
I'll try to love you if you want, but I don't know how yet. Let me know if you want to talk.
Jim
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Hi Denise, you came to the right place to vent your frustrations. I hope you also joined the depression group. If you are not on ant-depressants, you might want to speak to a doctor about how your feeling. Know your not alone as all of us are here for different reasons. You don't sound like a broken record, you have legitimate and real feelings.
wag952
wag952
Hey Denise,
I think we all focus on food as a comfort. But it sounds like your carrying a very big load, almost an unbearable amount. It may be time to get some professional help. God bless you. I am available if you need to talk!
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Please don't give up hope, you have an awful lot going on. Bless you and bless your boys. My friend has an autistic grandson. Its alot of work. No wonder you don't have any energy to walk or figure out what you are eating. Maybe start with a baby step. Think of something positive you could do each day for you, just for you. It's hard to keep things balanced when you are a caretaker. Think of something you can do each day just for you. I hope this helps.
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Again, another one that sounds exactly like me... I am sorry for you pain and I have the same pain with my weight and discouragment. I am just glad you are here, that I am here, that was are all here. Ouch, darn this stuff anyhow...
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I can't even tell you how much I really appreciated all of your kind words and encouragment. It is nice to know that their are still kind and selfless people left in this crazy world. Thank you all for your shoulder. I really needed it and no doubt will again. Denise
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