My Journey at 30

As a social worker/psychologist myself, I can attest to the power of therapy Moose - I believe it restores people - it gives them an opportunity to reflect on their journey, saying out loud helps, but most importantly...these professionals can provide you with additional tools for health that you may not know/be aware of because of being stuck or as we say "caught up" in one of life's traps. But I will say this...I never forced any of my client's to speak (even the mandated ones)...it needs to come from you to do this, you need to find within you that you really want to make a change (and thru this diary I can feel you really do...you have come to the realization, which is one of the most important aspects to actually take steps in the right direction). Do look for professionals (doctors/therapists/nutritionist) that can assist you on this journey...I know sometimes it sounds simple as 1+1 (eat healthy and exercise), but the truth is, it's about re-programming your head from a lifelong unhealthy addiction/relationship with food.

We are here for you and we are glad that you felt comfortable enough to confide your thoughts/realizations with us...I am a true believer that everything happens for a reason. Every new day you get, you are being given a new opportunity to make a positive change towards a better you...yesterday may have been a difficult day, but I hope you are able to count your blessings every day, and find determination thru your loved ones, us here at the forum, and most importantly in the value that YOU HAVE, so that you can make changes that you deem necessary to recover quality of life and happiness.

Sending you some positive thoughts and a big hug.

Xoxox
 
So... Today was a day. Spent most of it in the hospital. I needed to find out why I had such a hard time returning to work on Tuesday. Why my legs wanted to give out, why I struggled to breathe and got dizzy. The problem stems back to my vertigo issue. For two months, I was basically house bound. For the most part, I was either sitting or laying down. Well, the vertigo' shone but now I've got another problem. All of that inactivity has led me to being "deconditioned." I've lost a ton of strength and muscle mass just from lack of use. So bad I literally have to sit down every few minutes. I had no idea bed rest would have that much of an effect.

Good news is, after running pretty much every test they could on me, I'm actually pretty healthy thank God. But, now I fight a new battle. Slowly but surely getting my leg strength back so I can go full throttle at this weight loss.

I also for the first time had an open conversation with my parents about my weight issues. I'm proud of that. It feels good. Good to know how much they love and support me.

I've started these journeys before. Always saying this is the time. This is the time I'm going to finally do it, only to return to bad habits and weight gained back. I feel different this time though. I have a reason, I have support. I have a goal. And, I'm happy to say, down over 10 pounds so far! A long, long way to go but, every 1000 mile journey starts with 1 step.
 
Good to hear Moose. You are on the right path now. I'm glad you talked to your parents. Support is key. All the best, Cate
 
Glad to hear you're officially healthy and awesome that you opened up to your parents! Those are some great big steps in the right direction.
 
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