Depression and Weight IssuesHave you been diagnosed with depression, are possibly on depression medication, and find it affects your weight loss efforts? Post here for support!
HOBBIES/INTERESTS: Nothing, really. I'm in the process of trying to find a good project that I am passoniate about... maybe I wll learn how to play guitar or something.
PETS: Sylvester, cat.
TOP WEIGHT: 185 lbs
CURRENT WEIGHT: ~165 lbs
GOAL WEIGHT: ~120 lbs
HEIGHT: 5'2"
EYE COLOR: blue
HAIR COLOR: dark blonde
OCCUPATION: Full time student / part time pharmacy technician
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: Washington, DC (home) / Western MA (school)
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: Giving up and binge eating. And dealing with triggers such as lonliness and social stressors.
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL: I have you guys
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? I'm really not that interesting lol.
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: Inconsiderate people, you know the ones who realize you are on a diet, trying to get healthy and they insist on eating a 5 guys hamburger in front of you.
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL: I have 20 good people at work who are looking out for me, helping me make my goals.
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? I am not afraid to discuss my bi-polar and depression. I believe the more we who have it speak about it only helps the world understand we are not bad people. In fact, sometimes we see things more clearly than "normal" people.
HOBBIES/INTERESTS: Gaming, hair colouring, beauty, photography, music, graphic design, CGI, computers (going to the open uni to study programming this October!), Japanese culture
PETS: None yet!
TOP WEIGHT: 212
CURRENT WEIGHT: 201
GOAL WEIGHT: 112
HEIGHT: 5'4"
EYE COLOR: Blue
HAIR COLOR: Brown (it's supposed to be blonde but I'm growing it so laying off the dye for now!)
OCCUPATION: Occasional bartender and future student.
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: Glasgow, Scotland
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: Self-sabotage & emotional eating risk when a depressive episode combines with stressful circumstances.
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL: I'm not dieting. I refuse to berate myself with guilt trips for the occasional binge. I went for counselling to solve other problems in my life, and new self-respect grew from that, which makes me want to treat myself well. I've been doing Intuitive Eating, gentle exercise, and little lifestyle changes (officially) since 10 Dec 2012, and have lost 11lbs. I'm on here because of a 3-donut, 2-mars bar binge that I had last night. I'm under a lot of stress just now which I can usually handle, but when this combines with a brain-storm of suicidal proportions, I need some help. For once I'm willing to be kind enough to myself to talk to others who understand, and let that support help me through the hard times, back to where I want to be. Plus, I know myself much better these days, and while I technically have no willpower, I have a lot more perseverance which will help me get back up when I get knocked down
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? Not yet
AGE: 22
BIRTHDAY: Aug 3 1990
MARITAL STATUS: Dating
CHILDREN/AGES: Son 3yrs old
HOBBIES/INTERESTS: Playing Wii, reading, music, movies, family
TOP WEIGHT: 194 lbs
CURRENT WEIGHT: 194 lbs
GOAL WEIGHT: 145 lbs
HEIGHT: 5ft 6 in
EYE COLOR: Hazel
HAIR COLOR: Dark Brown
OCCUPATION: Stay At Home Mom
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: Toronto, On
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: Medical Issues & Time Management
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL: Not sure yet
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?
I have a son who is recently diagnosed with special needs. I stay home and care for him full time. I am on the back burner. I Have scoliosis, chondromalasia patella, fibromyalgia, rheumatism, anxiety and depression. I am so stressed my weight has rocketed. I am not on any meds atm....
I would like to join the depression forum,but guess I'm not computer savvy and would like to send my info,but don't know how to copy and paste. Also,how do you put the weight loss charts under your name?
Depressions has been a big problem for me. Each time I become immobilized by depression, I am unable to focus on my professional career, and I over-eat. I can't seem to get this cycle under control.
HOBBIES/INTERESTS: archaeology (went on digs in undergrad, LOVED it), reading, wrongful conviction work, history
PETS: a puppy, Charlie, who lives with my parents
TOP WEIGHT: 154
CURRENT WEIGHT: 141.5
GOAL WEIGHT: 135ish/healthy/toned
HEIGHT: 5'7''
EYE COLOR: blue
HAIR COLOR: blonde
OCCUPATION: lawyer
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: the south!
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: food allergies, desire to eat extremely bad/fatty foods instead of healthy ones, not always being able to work out because I work 12 hour days and often commute to a job in another city (2 hours each way!)
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL: I'm using MFP and I feel good about sticking to it!
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? I'm working hard to overcome depression/a history of eating problems with mainly emotional causes. Also, I may be a lawyer but I'm not sleazy! I love the work I do, although I hardly make any money.
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HOBBIES/INTERESTS: recycle crafts, thrift store shopping
PETS: my pet dog Jessie (pug/shih tzu cross)
TOP WEIGHT: 248.75
CURRENT WEIGHT: 197.5
GOAL WEIGHT: 175
HEIGHT: 5'5
EYE COLOR: blue
HAIR COLOR: was brown/ brown and grey/ dyed cherry chocolate brown
OCCUPATION: preschool teacher
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION:Manitoba, Canada
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: staying motivated
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL: I have decided to make a commitment to my health. It is hard to maintain the same motivation and energy it takes to lose weight, but I will stay focused on the overall outcome, not the little mistakes I make along the way. I will remind myself to "not sweat the small stuff".
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU?I joined 3fc looking for support from people going through the same struggle to lose weight. I hope to gain confidence and courage along the way.
MARITAL STATUS: not married, but got a bf of 1 1/2 year
SPOUSE’S NAME: Kazuki
CHILDREN/AGES: None yet!
HOBBIES/INTERESTS: I like reading Fantasy books and watching tv shows like Glee, ANTM, Downton Abbey, Game of Thrones... i also love shopping and makeup.
PETS: no pets
TOP WEIGHT: this time 191lbs, highest ever 230lbs
CURRENT WEIGHT: ~168 lbs
GOAL WEIGHT: ~130 lbs
HEIGHT: 5'4"
EYE COLOR: blue
HAIR COLOR: dark blonde
OCCUPATION: English teacher (ESL, not English lit!)
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: Tokyo, Japan! but I'm originally from Montreal, Canada.
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: I eat when I'm bored. and i'm very OFTEN bored. also i love food too much.
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL:I've been eating clean and really changed a lot of my habits. also i'm working out everyday, whereas i never did before.
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? I'm 31 but i look and act like i'm 25. i may have a slight peter pan complex since i refuse to grow up!!
HOBBIES/INTERESTS: crocheting and crafts, anything related to cats, reading Christian Fiction,matching Netflix and Hulu while crocheting
PETS: three cats
TOP WEIGHT: 400 before gastric bypass in 2001
CURRENT WEIGHT: 270
GOAL WEIGHT: 199
HEIGHT: 5'7"
EYE COLOR: blue
HAIR COLOR: salt and pepper but camouflaged with blonde highlights
OCCUPATION: homemaker and trying to start home business. Also sell Avon
GEOGRAPHIC LOCATION: Kansas City, Misery. Yes I'd like to move
WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST PROBLEM IN WEIGHT LOSS: mindless snacking and sugar.
WHAT IS DIFFERENT THIS TIME THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL: I've been down to 207 after a miscarriage in 2004. Also was down to 215 in 2009. I have gained all beck +. I am tired and in pain and can't take it anymore. I would like to be healthier to keep up with my girls.
ANYTHING ELSE YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? I am a Christian but will respect others beliefs, and won't get "religious" unless specifically asked.
DON'T FORGET TO JOIN US ON THE DAILY THREAD AFTER POSTING YOUR BIO... THANK YOU !!
Sylvester, age 5.
Bi-polar and proud of it
(it's supposed to be blonde but I'm growing it so laying off the dye for now!)
Also,how do you put the weight loss charts under your name?
Hello!
