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NewlyWedWife
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 Posted: Thu May 29, 2008 9:44 pm Post subject: Putting on the pounds... sitting around - Depression? |
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Ever since my husband was diagnosed in early march, we've had to slow down our pace, and my is my spare growing bigger. It seems like I eat from just about everything. Nerves, bordom, lack of exercise, stress...I've put on at least 15 pounds in 3 months, and now it seems like I can't stop myself. The fact that we quit smoking in early March too hasn't helped, but I just lost 70 lbs 3 years ago from other stress, but this time I seem to be reacting differently. Tips, words of advice, or just knowing maybe I'm not the only one expanding here...
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pbj11
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| Posted: Fri May 30, 2008 9:50 am Post subject: Re: Putting on the pounds... sitting around - Depression? |
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No, you are not alone. Weight loss was a huge issue for my husband, so we constantly were trying to pack calories onto him. I helped in my own way too by eating as much or more than he did. Well, he's gone and here I am 35 lbs heavier than when we started this odyssey.  I wasn't a light-weight to begin with either!
Some people lose weight in stressful situations and other's stuff their emotions down their throats. I'm the latter.
Good luck with this one -- I've failed miserably to control this issue.
Congratulations on quitting smoking though -- that's huge!! 
PBJ
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passcon93
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| Posted: Fri May 30, 2008 10:47 am Post subject: Re: Putting on the pounds... sitting around - Depression? |
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| I found that when I quit smoking 23 years ago, that excercise was an enormous help and it also relieved a lot of the stress. Eating is hard to controll b/c we have to do it to survive, but try getting on a walking routine every day. Today is the best day to start. Congrats on quitting smoking. |
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brainman
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| Posted: Fri May 30, 2008 5:30 pm Post subject: Re: Putting on the pounds... sitting around - Depression? |
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walking in water is great too. If you are aloud to- because of infection etc. make sure you have doctors approval for all exercise you wish to do.
Even meditation is great for depression/pain/ and stress. Sounds a little airy fairy- but worked for me and I'm as critical as they come.
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koikkeril
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| Posted: Sat May 31, 2008 1:47 am Post subject: Re: Putting on the pounds... sitting around - Depression? |
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Hi newlywed,
I am running around all day till late evening, I am only just staying the same weight. I eat OK nowadays. When my husband was in the hospital I found no time to cook and eat and had no appetite. Then I found the micro- meal. Appetite improved and ended up as my comforter and I now eat everything. It started from cooking meals at home which my husband could or would not eat! I guess our eating habits will settle later. I think you will also find in time you will have more and more jobs to do, the ride is a tough one and for sure you will need every ounce of energy to continue this journey. I don't think you need to worry to much at this stage.
Good stamina is what you need here, good luck, koik |
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trey
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| Posted: Thu Jun 05, 2008 9:42 pm Post subject: Re: Putting on the pounds... sitting around - Depression? |
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I hope I posted this to the right thread this time......
Hi Newlywed -
Thank you for posting this - I am SO glad to know I am not the only one!
My mom has Stage IV NSCLC and has been given less than 6 mos. to live. I am in charge of her medical issues and the estate. I also have my own family and a career. Yet, I sit on the sofa for hours. I can't seem to find any energy. Its almost like I am paralyzed. Have you experienced this too? I snack all the time. I drink lots of red wine. I don't sleep well. I am distracted and can't keep track of things. The weight is adding up. I have started yoga at work 2x a week and that has really helped me relax. If you can find a yoga class close to you, try to go. It really clears the mind. But it is hard to put the cell phone down (in case you get the call) in order to make time for yourself.
On a much happier note:
Happy Anniversary
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