[mamaduck]

I'm so depressed and sick of counting POINTS, CALORIES, CARBS, FAT, you name it! I've been crying out to God. What am I going to do? I know I can do all things through Christ. What is He trying to teach me? To NEVER give up? Am I alone in this?

[whispers]

"In our lives we can do no great things....We can only do small things with great love."

Mother Theresa

[CountingDown]

I can't speak for God, but I can tell you that He WILL answer. You are definitely not alone. AND - you CAN do this. Spend some time in prayer, journal your feelings and thoughts. There is an answer here.

For me, I had to give it over to God. I had to learn that I am not in control - God is. Your lesson might be different. But, God will not give you more than you can handle. And - God WANTS you to honor him in all areas of your life - including your eating and your body - so, don't give up!

You are in my prayers!

Laurie

[harrismm]

Have you ever heard anyone say.."if you are stranded in the middle of the ocean, you can pray for help.....but you better start swimming for the shore".In other words, it takes daily mindfulness in our eating.For most of us that mean counting, weighing, measuring...I understand your frustration.I do find myself wishing I could just have a normal relationship with food.No amount of praying as every changed that for me.

[mamaduck]

Thanks for your replies for help. I just get so tired of losing and gaining the SAME 5-8 pounds. I've been doing this for almost 5 years. It's gotten to the point that I'm not excited anymore when I do weigh myself and find a loss.

I just want my life to be normal.