It looks like most people turn to unhealthy food nowadays because of the economy. It's understandable.... my husband lost his job and was on unemployment (believe me, they don't pay much) for 2 years but jobless for 2 1/2. I have a job... and mortgage payments. So 2 incomes went down to one. I had finally gotten my weight in control and maintained it for 6 months.... which was a big accomplishment. But all my old unhealthy habits came flooding back and 5 pounds became 10....and so on. Last year I decided to FINALLY put it all behind me (my starting weight) and then have been struggling since last July.
Then there's the clothes part.... I know exactly what you're going through.... should I buy bigger ones (and then even bigger after that)? Lose the weight? I know people notice my weight gain since I would have them say from time to time if I'm losing weight. Compliment? Maybe to them.... but I become self-conscious more. I wear baggy clothes which emphasizes everything. It's comfortable but very unflattering.
Please know that you've come to the right site. It's nice to know that there are so many people going through the same weight loss journey. We're here to help each other