I was doing really well, then...

Thaedra

... My family and I were in a car accident on Memorial Day. Thankfully everyone is okay (especially my three year old daughter who was in the back seat when we were horribly rear ended) but now I have no car, and some back problems that I finally addressed and found out I had a rib popped out and some other issues. As a result I will be visiting my chiropractor three times a week for the next month, which is adding to the stress of having to share a car with my husband and still be able to run all my errands, get to work, family functions, etc.... All of this is leaving me pretty stressed, and a little depressed. I can't go to the gym, or workout at home, and even taking a walk with my daughter leaves me very sore. I have been trying to at least keep my calories in check, but I find myself "splurging" more and more because all I want is comfort food right now. I haven't gained any weight back yet, (!?!) but I don't know how long that is going to last at this rate....
I am just wondering if anyone has any advice, or feedback for me. I guess I could really just use a pep talk right now. And a hug

lreed

I am sorry, and I totally get it (with needing comfort food) I hurt my back 6 weeks ago and haven't been able to exercise. It is good that you are able to walk and hopefully that will help keep your muscles from too much atrophy. Make the best choices that you can right now, and if nothing else try to maintain. (That's what I am trying to do!) Also try looking for some comfort food options to keep in your back pocket. (everyone has their different triggers) Good luck! And Huggs!:flowerforyou: And THANK GOODNESS you and your family wasn't hurt more!!!!

❤B☩❤

GOD BLESS! I will put you and your family on my prayer list! Do you have the ability to swim anywhere? This would be good for your muscles and it would be soothing on your psyche, as well.

I am experiencing the same vehicle issues (as well as depression) due to a job loss. Just take the time you need to heal. Don't rush anything, but keep in touch with as many members on this site as you can. I have found so many of them LIFESAVERS!

Chin up!:flowerforyou:
ODonna

OlenaS

So sorry to hear about this, but stay positive. I am new here, so don;t have any advice. But looks like you have accomplished so much already, you cannot think it was all in vain. Hang in there, and maybe one good thing about being sick is that you tend to get better with time! Hopefully this is just a minor setback for you. I totally understand about the car. I used to take the bus everywhere for several years. Maybe it is an option where you live as well?

HeatherCanDoIt

I am so sorry to hear that things are rough right now, but I am so happy that everyone is okay. I think that staying positive is the most important thing right now.
I have a hip injury that is limiting my movment right now and I am working so hard to keep my calories in check even though I feel like eating everything in sight. I have healthy low calorie food ready in my fridge, which is helping. I am moving as much as I can, I have been taking short walks and using my weights to get somewhat of an upper body workout.
Move as much as you can, but be sure not to hurt yourself more.
Take care and good luck!!

Precious_Nissa

sorry for all the problems currently going on...trust me, i know how hard it is.....i want to go crazy right now due to some situations, but in all honesty, the encouragement i have is to focus on the achievement made and come to reality...you know you dont want to have to start all the way over and its easier to put on them to lose......pray.....find something low in calories to eat to where you arent eating unhealthy.....there are things with 0 to 100 calories that you can eat when you just feel you need something that really helps....