I've been a regular blood donor this past year and during my last visit, I was told that my blood pressure was too high so I couldn't donate. I was in denial and still am, thinking that their blood pressure machine must've been broken or maybe I was too nervous so my blood pressure numbers shot up, but truth be told, I've donated plenty times before and have never gotten this problem. These last few years I've always had a weight problem, but I've never thought much about it. When I look in the mirror or when I see pictures of myself, I feel disgusted, but food is what makes me happy, so I eat a whole lot of it. I've never had the habit of waking up in the middle of the night and grabbing a snack before, but now it's became a regular thing.
I guess I just never took it seriously till reality hit me in the face that my weight is really starting to affect my health- to the point where I can't help others anymore. I feel sad about this, and I want to change. Not only is it affecting my helth, it makes me feel insecure about myself a lot of times.
I can't confide in anyone, not even my family because they think I'm just a happy individual living the life. I've been stressing out a lot over college, and this hasn't helped me in the least bit.
Where do I even begin? How did you guys begin your journey?
I'm 5'4 and 160 pounds. I want to be able to wear what I want and feel confident about myself. I just need some advices.
Thanks guys.