Feeling lost and empty

[Poohbear61]

Hi, I have been married for almost 37 years to the love of my life, we have some money worries but nothing major just not enough to do everything we want. Three amazing children and two wonderful grandchildren and we both have good jobs....... but I am so depressed all the time. In the coming months I have so much to look forward to a trip to Amsterdam with friends, a holiday in the sun with my husband and 3 very special weddings.

I am overweight and trying to lose weight but I am sabotaging this myself and just don't know why. All I want to do is go one dress size down and feel good about myself but it's almost as though I won't allow that to happen. I need help I know and tried to get an appointment at my GP but as I work out of town I don't have one until the end of March as I am not around to go first thing or too far away to get back if I ring at 8:30

I know if I lost at least another 1/2 stone I would feel great about myself but I am the one stopping it someone please help me and give me some sound advice.

[kenster1 Moderator]

little knack in using slightly smaller plates for dinner eating in general.could you go to weight watch classes in your area even take up swimming or anything fitness in general.ask your partner to encourage you or even join you in your quest.ask your gp as well for a health eating plan you could stick too.

[Natsteveo]

I’m so sorry you are feeling this way if you feel you want to lose a little bit of weight I lost 2 stone with slimming world..I’ve always been trying to lose weight but slimming world I actually saw the results and the more you eat the more you lose you just have healthy choices just google the closest group near you there could even be one near where you work... you have a hectic time coming up but don’t be too hard on yourself just some light exercises and slimming world class will get you where you want to be

Nat

[hypercat54]

Hi there is a good weight loss site on here so why not join it and get some inspiration. x

[APOR2017]

Poohbear61, I completely understand how you feel and I believe in you! A smaller plate, a 30-60 minute walk 4-5 days a week and no alcohol or sweets will make a big difference. Also, drinking lots of water and have 6 small meals between 8am - 7pm made a big difference for me. Realize your hungry times and allow yourself to eat extra during that time but make it healthy. If things and foods are planned then we are a lot less likely to snack on junk or eat whatever the kids are eating. I really believe in you!