Day 226: Excuses

[Wordsworth2]

I think I have used too many excuses as to why I have floundered. I need to be honest with myself and get back on it. It's perfectly ok to fall, as long as you get back up. I fell and pretended to get back up and used excuses to justify it. So I have to figure out a plan, be honest and start again. I fell, but I am going to pick myself up, dust myself off and get going. What I eat, what I drink, what exercises I do is my choice and I make those decisions. I have had debilitating depression over the last four weeks and my wife has helped me through it. I have bouts of it but the last four weeks have been quite bad...but I got through it and always will. I have decided that Monday is my 'start again' day. I am a happy little bugger again but the size of my stomach has born the brunt of it. No worries, I can turn it around. Stay strong.

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[Eleanorba Maintainer]

So true Wordsworth! So sorry to hear you've had such debilitating episodes of depression, sounds like you've got great support for it though. There's no limit to the number of times we can get back up again!!

[Tgostswimmer]

Worth remembering also that no journey is a straight path. And the meanders make us stronger. On days when I feel I have achieved nothing special I try and pick three good things that I have done that I can focus on as I fall asleep to put me in the right frame of mind for the next day. They may be small things, but they all add up. Keep on keeping on Wordsworth2

[TheTabbyCat Administrator 16kg in reply to Tgostswimmer]

Good afternoon Tgostswimmer, would you like to join the weight loss forum or are you just visiting?

I'm sorry but I can't tell from your reply.

[Sheperdess Maintainer]

I’m really sorry to hear how difficult things have been for you recently 😔 You’ve always struck me as a real high achiever, packing such a lot into every day. You have so much going on in your work, family and personal life. I couldn’t compete in any way whatsoever 😐 I know it’s been a real challenge for you and I think your plan to enjoy the weekend with friends and family and restart next week is a good one. Have a great time, relax and prepare for your new success starting on Monday😊 Good luck 🍀 We’ll be cheering you on 👍

[Shield-Maiden]

Hi Wordsworth2,

I am sorry to hear that you have been feeling depressed; depression is not easy to live with. The fact that you have such a great family support, will continue to help you heal and to feel more like yourself.

Weightloss has a lot to do with mental health and wellbeing. Now, that you're starting to feel more positive, the pounds will come off, there's no rush, your happiness is more of a priority.

Take care and enjoy your family and friends this weekend - virtual hug.

[ArtyMa 4lbs]

I am so happy you shared. I saw a video of myself a few days ago.. and boom, I went into a depression, self criticism, etc.. Today, is my first day here, and, I am encouraged that people are open. Just like you.

There is a lot of positive people.. When we go through a challenge, with support, as losing weight, self belief, depression, can be... it can make all the difference.