Babygrant: Remember, it is OK to have a bad day. Once we accept that, then they are easier to handle when they do happen. Secondly, remember...this too shall pass. You are right, tomorrow is another day full of hope and promise. On the realistic side, we ALL know how "life happens." However, when these times happen in my life (which unfortunately seem quite frequently), I try to make (and I do mean MAKE) myself stop for at least five minutes and reflect on why I'm on this new journey (health, family, cosmetic...whatever), and then I remind myself that emotional eating will only lead me to further depression and guilt later. And please believe me when I say, this is MOST DEFINITELY the voice of experience! I have so very much been where you are. But, I have found that just taking those moments of quiet reflection (blocking out noises, distractions, etc) - even if for just five minutes - usually helps me clear my thinking and gets me to remember "why I'm here." It will NOT take the problems away, but a lot of times I find that the depression lifts to where I can think clearer and make better choices. I trust in the Lord in times like these, too. He is a REAL help, and I don't know what I would do without him to lean on.
Another thing that really works is.....I just sometimes walk out and leave everything.....dishes, kids (if they are in safe supervision), noise and clatter of home, and just take a brisk walk around the block or wherever I can. It is so amazing to me how that clears the mind and it also keeps me from reaching for food since it is not within reach. By the time you get back from the walk, the feeling of "I need food to help me through this" will usually be past. If it isn't, just make a healthy choice, enjoy it, and move on. Another thing I have heard folks try in times like this is they start briskly cleaning house (if they are not able to take a walk). The activity gets their blood to pumping, gets them away from food, and the activity usually makes the depression lift....and a side benefit is a clean house! LOL!!
I know you can do it. Keep up the good work! You have already made good progress! Don't turn look back now! We are here for you. I hope this helped in some small way.
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