Anke Says: Just Do It!

Yeah, wine and champagne have that effect on some people! I don't get headaches for some reason--well, I guess hangover headaches but I haven't been hung over in months, either!
 
Phoenyx said:
I love wine, but it hates me... gives me awful headaches anymore. Surprisingly, Jack does not. As long as I drink responsibly. :cheers2:
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A lot of people have problems with sulfates, and most wines are sulfated. You might try a wine that has no sulfates.
 
Hi everyone!

Well today's been another rough day.

I'm waiting for new antidepressants to kick in though, today's day 5, it takes 10... :nopity:

Thanks for keeping my diary warm :)

*dozes off into chocolate induced coma*
 
I am sorry you feel low, I had no idea that you were clinically depressed. I hope the AD get you out of your hole quickly!
I "toyed" with depression a year and a bit ago, was feeling very low, not wanting out of bed ever, etc... gave me a tiny insight of how awful depression is! So tons and tons of hugs to you.
Love, Camy
 
Good morning, Anke! :)

Way to set those goals and attain them!

I really am sorry you're going through such a rough time. :( I wish there was something I could do to help you. I hope things start to look up for you soon <3 Hang in there!

<3 Jes
 
I've been so low.

The craving for a serotonin (feel-good chemical currently being blocked by anti-depressants) boost has driven me to a 3 chocolates a day habit for the past 3 days... not a habit I'd like to strengthen any further!!!

Today when I get home, I am exercising.

But first it's off to weigh in... it'll be my 2nd real time acting as Group assistant, so surely it will motivate me a little!

Something else, a girl I used to be friend swith in highschool joined "WeighLess" ... with her mom. And her mom is the president of the Lions Club Midrand section (they do charity projects and raise funds). Tonight happens to be the first time I'll see them at weighless, as well as the first time I'll be going to a Lions club meeting (later tonight).

I am looking forward to making connections i guess... good sign.

Oh, yesterday I gave in and had a cigarette... almost again today, but I had a chocolate instead, bwahahahaha!

Thank you all so much for not giving up on me! I sometimes feel like it, but if I just look at all the work I've put in to come this far, it seemsa shame to pretend it wasn't worth it.

I may be struggling, but I AM NOT GIVING UP!!!!

Thanks again, you all are my life line!!!
 
Okay, so I weighed in and I have gained 2.7lbs.

I'm not happy. I feel like I can't deal with life's normal stresses, is that normal!??
 
hey anke...
yeah i think that's normal. i think we're all become very stressed lately, can't seem to manage all the things, work, home kids (for those who have them), love life, sex life, eating healthy, exercising, being available all the time (e-mail, cell phone)...and although that's part of our daily life and 'normal stress' it is still a lot of stress.

i believe that when you're in a situation where you feel like you can't deal you need to step back and take a look at the things that you're doing. write them on paper if necessary, and see what are the things that are keeping you more stressed than normal. turn of the cell phone, put on some music and dance; go for a walk, focus on your breathing; do something for yourself that you usually don't do. it doesn't have to be anything that consumes a lot of money or time. for me, just turning off my cell and dancing around the house, or cooking relaxes me. plus i love doing several tai chi exercises to release the stress.
but perhaps the greatest thing i had to realize was that i can't do everything and that this is perfectly fine :)

hope you feel better :)
Lena
 
Anke,

Sorry I haven't stopped by in a while.

I can totally relate to not being able to deal with little stresses. In fact, I am someone who can't cope with change, so that means if my routine is thrown out, like even doing washing, or when dinner is, or if someone drops by unannounced, or if I have planned fish for dinner and my husband suddenly says we are going out, I panic. I panic, my heart races, and I need to correct the problem somehow, even if it can't be fixed and it''s not really a problem. It can send me into a real spin, and not in a good way. I think it is part of the reason this year has been so hard for me - too much change = alot of stress to me.

I think that's why I am such a loner and spend alot of time on my own - that way I don't get stressed out so much.

Just wanted to let you know, am thinking of you and sending positive vibes your way.

Best wishes,

Frankie
 
Anke,
don't worry about the gain, it is nothing when you are feeling down! Get your happiness back and then you can start working on the weight again!

Lots of hugs and hope those AD kick in full fledge soon, Camy
 
Hey guys.

Thanks so much for stopping by.

Ugh, rough times. Getting through. Staying positive. :)

Lots of work this week so may be off the forum for a bit.

Thinking of all of you, can't wait to catch up with your journeys!!!
 
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