I know that there are alot of people with much more serious problems than myselfbut I am reaching out for help with the hopes that you can help. I have had plenty of ups and downs in life and I always reach out to God for his help. I pray each day in the most unselfish ways...but I am having trouble meeting him halfway lately. It may sound silly to some but I need to lose weight. Not only to feel better but I have Type 2 diabetes. I was diagnosed in Oct.06 and have tried to get healthier but I am having a really hard time. I am in effexor for anxiety and depression. These med's have caused me to put on alot of weight. I am not on pills at this stage and that does not help the glucose in my body to do what it is supposed to do...so I hold on to the weight for that reason as well. I am sure tha tif I could just get the willpower to try (alot) harder to push myself...to make myself that much more important...than I could do it. For God knows what reason I just feel defeated. I feel like it is much to much to do. Maybe I want gratification faster than what is humanly possible? I feel so bad about myself. Maybe I need a boost. Please pray for me. I know that if I do not get a grip on this that the diabetes can cause serious side effects. Why I cannot let that sink in is a mystery to me. All I know is that I am having no success on my own and need help. Your prayers are appreciated

(((((Dorrie)))))

I do pray that God will give you the ability to do what you can to lose the weight you need to.
It is very hard when the meds are contributing to it

Sometimes when we face these kinds of battles, we can weary ourselves with trying. I pray that He will give you inspiration and motivation and perseverance
and also fill you with peace and joy so that this will not be a burdensome task but rather a liberating desire to get healthier

I am so glad you posted here as I know many will be praying for you
Remember, when it gets tuff, we will be here to encourage and support you

Thank you Chemar...your understanding and care are so appreciated

Oh I hear you Dorrie...it is so hard to lose weight. I try to kidd about it but it really isn't funny...so hard to carry extra weight on old bones...and our health would really improve if we all lost weight. Easier said than done!

Warm hugs and of course prayers.

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you betcha dorrie. lots of prayers for you. for your health and the weight loss.

baby steps hon. the weight did not come on overnight. slow weight loss is safer.

hi Dorrie

just checking in to see how you are and to give more

Cheri

I think I understand how you feel. When we are overweight, it really gets to your overall self esteem. To make matters worse, society is very hard on the overweight. You also have a health issue to cope with and no doubt your doctors are mentioning this to you left and right.

I wanted to point out a few things to you that have helped me. I do Weight Watchers, but I modify it slightly. I have found that the less bread and sugar I eat, the more I am able to control cravings. I also try to fill up on mostly healthy foods.

In addition, if you are not exercising, you need to do this. Exercise not only helps the weight to come off a little faster, it helps a great deal with depression. It doesn't take a significant amount really. Walking might be best. Especially if you are sedentary at the moment, just walking every other day for awhile will get things going. Do what you can. Then in a week or two, do a little more.

You might also try www.beliefnet.com. I think that's the site. The Belief Net site offers a weight loss forum that is very spiritual in nature.

Wishing you lots of strength/good luck. PUsh through this difficulty. Pray. It'll be worth it in the end.

Hi Dorrie

I don't understand what's happening nowadays. There are hoards of diets and products available that promise weight loss, and tons of literature on nutrition. Still, people continue to gain weight.

I wonder sometimes if the diet industry is in business to keep people fat.

Around puberty, I gained a few extra pounds. I asked mom if I could go on a diet, and she absolutely refused. She said I should HAVE a diet, not be on a diet - moderation is the key. It didn't occur to me that she already had me on a diet because the only snack we had available was fruit. I remember getting mad at her because I wanted another orange, and she told me I didn't need one.

When I got married, I went up a size 8 dress and my ex-husband freaked out about the extra pounds. I delved into all the diet books, and tried them all - even drinking cider vinegar before each meal to curb my appetite (YUCK!).

NONE of those diets worked. I ended up gaining 30 pounds, and feeling horrible about myself. My ex kept reminding me of my disgusting weight gain, I kept obsessing over food.

I decided to quit listening to the diet experts, and I quit listening to my ex as well. Once in a while, a friend of mine and I would have a hot fudge sundae for lunch if that's what we craved.

Oddly enough, I lost a few pounds. I thought it was pretty cool, but my size didn't matter to me anymore. I lost a few more - go figure. After two years, it was completely gone - and it has never returned. I started working out because I enjoyed the extra stamina it gave me, and I accidentally turned into a physically fit "hard body."

When I met my husband, I thought I'd be in trouble because he loves food and loves to cook. He's the type of cook that likes to see people clean their plates and ask for more. I ate as much as I wanted and never gained any weight. I wonder sometimes if it's because he feeds my soul. He tells me I'm beautiful and my body is perfect - even now (yeah, I know he's lying, lol).

My sister has a weight problem. At one time we were the same size. She started dieting after my nephew was born 24 years ago. She's now labeled "morbidly obese." As was the case with my ex-husband, her husband was disgusted with her weight gain. He left her for another woman last year. My sister continues to diet and become larger.

Is it really the food that is causing all the weight gain in this country?

I think I didn't gain any weight because I didn't view food as a lover or companion. It's merely fuel for our engines. But I had an enormous sweet tooth. I found I didn't crave sweets as much because I knew I could have them at any time.

I view snacks as something sacred - something that shouldn't be abused. When a craving hits, I don't punish myself. I put it off for as long as I can in order to make the experience more pleasurable. Most times the cravings pass, other times I only need a little to satisfy the craving. Sometimes I truly pig out, but my body feels horrible afterwards. I'll only indulge in pigging out if I'm prepared for the physical and emotional down time afterwards.

I'll keep you in my prayers and hope you'll be able to make the changes you need to make in life.

(((Dorrie))) I'll pray for your success at losing weight, and also for your health. May God bless you, and help you see that you are a special person.

Dorrie

just to let you know you remain in my thoughts and prayers

havent seen you post in a few days so hope you are doing ok