I’m a man that almost broke down crying in Walmart trying to find a shirt :-(

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  • corinasue1143
    corinasue1143 Posts: 7,464 Member
    You have gotten a lot of good, but different advice. I say choose one. Of all the suggestions made, choose the one you can do right now and do it. Be proud of yourself because you’ve taken another step. Look for another suggestion you can accomplish. Do it. Another step in the right direction. Keep going.
  • candylilacs
    candylilacs Posts: 614 Member
    My depression was being made worse by me. I wasn't getting any exercise, I was eating lots of sugar and very few vegetables unless you want to count tomato sauce or potatoes as vegetables, which...
    they really aren't the only plants out there that are edible... :lol:

    Do not try marijuana. It works as a depressant (and it's making you eat more.)

  • drac2you
    drac2you Posts: 10 Member
    I'm so sorry that you are feeling so terribly. You have gotten some wonderful advice here. Trust me, I've been where you are now and worse. It is difficult to overcome, but your family loves you, use them for support. Tell your wife about how you are feeling just as you related above, I'm sure she will be your biggest supporter. Then, please, for your mental health, begin by going to your family doctor to discuss treatment options for your depression and progress from there. No one wants medication and/or therapy, BUT it can truly help you in so many ways; it does not mean it will be forever, rather it is a most useful tool to regain your mental health by changing the negative thought processes/habits we become ingrained in over time. In the meantime, lean on those who care for you, they will understand you cannot be a pillar of strength 24/7 365. Start small as other's have suggested, burn more calories than you consume by using MFP to help you keep track, then progress to trying to increase activity in little increments. Good luck to you and I hope many happier days are in your future.
  • brenn24179
    brenn24179 Posts: 2,144 Member
    i noticed you have been on here since 2013, that is when I started also. I feel for you, weight is so depressing and I hate we have to deal with this problem. I lost weight and gained most of it back 2 years ago and then a lady at my gym lost 160 lbs and she inspired me. I logged my calories, watched my carbs 100gr or less and lost the weight. I also did some emotional work, journaling and had to accept how my family was so toxic and I would have to distance myself because I couldnt change them. Very painful but when I accepted the situation and quit argueing it helped alot. Dont know what your depression is about but this is what happened to me. I had 40 lbs to lose so if that lady lost 160 I thought I should be able to do the same.
  • Italiana_xx79
    Italiana_xx79 Posts: 593 Member
    We have all been there. You are not alone. It takes just one day at a time and being consistent. Don't give up. I am sending you a friend request (if that is okay).
  • lois1231
    lois1231 Posts: 330 Member
    Just wanted to reiterate what others have said. You are not useless or a waste of space. You are not your weight. Posting here and being vulnerable took a lot of courage. I admire you for your bravery. You have already made the first step. You got this and we are here for you. You can do this. Many of us have been there. For me it was being in high school and trying to find a winter coat that fit. I would always end up with one in green because that is all they had in larger sizes where I lived. You are not alone and deserve to be here.
  • AliNouveau
    AliNouveau Posts: 36,287 Member
    As others said I hope you seek someone out to talk to about your depression.

    As for the weight we all came here for a reason. To get healthy and fit. You can do it. Start tracking your meals, get moving. While we know eating fewer calories than you use is what causes weight loss exercise is so amazing for feeling good. I've been laid up recovering from some surgery but a workout today energized me, daily walks have been making me happy.

    Don't beat yourself up though....you joined here use the tools, you've already taken the first step now it's time make the new you
  • missysippy930
    missysippy930 Posts: 2,577 Member
    It's very hard-and brave-to write that down.

    I love this! It’s so true. You are very brave to be able to write this down. This is the place to be for support. You can absolutely do this, and always remember that you are worth the effort it takes!!
  • ReenieHJ
    ReenieHJ Posts: 9,724 Member
    edited November 2019



    The rude UPS guy woke me up to exactly how massive I was, even after all my efforts. Announcing it to all and sundry, " Hot damn gurl, you're 5 pounds from a tonne. You're 995 lbs" Gave him a one finger salute, and refused to allow ANYTHING to come between me and reaching healthy weight.


    Eta: My sister told me, not to let anyone steal my light. My me. My essence. Me as my first priority.. This is bible to me today, when moments of my human-ness creeps in to weaken my resolve.

    Isn't it mind-boggling how people can be so thoughtlessly rude? Have they no filter or sensitive bones in their body??
    I used to go bar-hopping a million years ago with a group of friends. I couldn't tell you how many times a bartender would bring up the subject and point blank ask me how much I weighed. My BIL teases my dd whenever she goes to visit him and the man is over 70 yo!! Really?? What are you, 2? Or just a complete *kitten*.
    Sometimes I hate people. :( Best thing to do is rise above them, take care of yourself, and be who you want to be!