please help?

riirii93_

Alright, I don't do very well with eating healthily when I'm feeling down. Due to some stressful news regarding my health I have been feeling depressed all day and have barely moved, and have been snacking a little more than I should have. Therefore, I did not meet my calorie goal for today. I developed antibodies to medication and it doesn't work anymore. The flares just keep coming back no matter what I do and Idk where it will end. When do I get a rest from being in pain? I'm just having a really hard time beating my depression over my illness. I just feel weak and inadequate and terrible and unhealthy. It's like no matter what I do to escape Crohn's disease (incurable immune disease that attacks digestive tract causing ulcers i have had since i was 3 yrs old). I feel it persistently chasing me. It's like trying to outrun a big black wall of a storm that is moving at the speed of a train and you're only able to run so fast. I can almost feel like there is a metaphorical presence following me around sometimes (hope that doesn't sound crazy, that's what an invisible disease feels like though) What can I do to get myself out of this funk and back to a healthy lifestyle and mindset? I know it's only one day and calorie deficit is the least of my problems right now, but someone throw me a bone? Can someone just tell me I'm going to be ok? I just feel like I need to be shaken out of these feelings but I have no one to help me and idk how to talk about it w anyone. I know this is only like 20% related to MFP and weight loss, but...all health is interlinked.

TX_Thundercat

You are sweet, smart and absolutely gorgeous! I haven't known you very long and definitely don't know everything about you BUT from what I have gathered so far...this world is yours for the taking! Go out there and make it yours! I don't have anything to offer that will make this all go away. I really wish I did. Really, really wish. But I do offer my support in any fashion you may need it. I'm not gonna tell you everything is gonna be okay because that's a lie. It's gonna be so much better than okay! You. Can. Beat. This.

LoneWolfRunner

I am sorry to hear that....it is a tough disease to battle because it is relentless and always there... based on the day you have had, its ok to be feeling a down and eating more than you normally do. But you probably know better than I that many people find ways to fight back and co-exist with their Crohns. I have had arthritis since i was 14 and have had my hips replaced twice...I had to learn how to make deals with my pain and my limitations so I could live my life....

ChelseaWelseyKins

Girl, if there's anything I know about you by now, it's that you are KICK *kitten*. You're so gorgeous and so strong, and I can't imagine what you're going through. I DO know first hand how depression affects weight, and I know it's hard when people just say "just don't snack", but they're right. List some things you love to do. Paint your nails. Give yourself a makeover. Have an at-home spa day and take a bubble bath with some scents and a face mask. Anything to make you feel good.

I'm sorry you have to go through this hell. But I KNOW. FOR A FACT. that you're incredibly strong and strong-willed. I know you can push through this.
HEAD UP GIRL. You're a fighter and you need to tell yourself that.
Chin up high.
Love you, girl!

Bageeeta

I don't know what your going through so I'm not going to pretent that I do, but what I do know is that I have seen people suffer with loss, pain, etc... I also have seen some of these same people to turn pain and suffering into creative inspiration that brings hope and joy to other people that are going through similar problems. Maybe you will be one of those people who will be able to help children or young adults with there journey through Crohn's or other debilitating diseases. Right now though I think that you should seek out people or groups that have gone through this so that they can tell you how they have come to terms with or have over come the depression that comes along with cronic pain. I know it will feel weird at first to talk with someone that is a stranger, but the advice you may get from them can be priceless! Don't try to deal with this yourself! You are an awesome person and you will overcome this!!

Luv2eatSweets

I have Crohns disease too. I'm not sure what meds they have you on, but what I can tell you, is to make sure you are logging all of your foods. Foods that you believe are not hurting you, still log. About a year ago I got tired of relying on all of the medications. I took control of my diet. I quit all of the pills and was dedicated to eating healthy. Please do not take this as a suggestion to stop taking your meds, I strongly do not recommend you do that. But do get with a dietician to help you make the right food choices. Being able to show her/him a food diary will help them help you. Exercise will help you more than you realize. However I'm calling the kettle black there as my exercise routine is dismal at best. Warm baths and dark rooms always helped me when I was feeling down. Stress is a horrible trigger. Talk to a doctor for help with that. I wish you lots of luck.

Lisa.

riirii93_

I have Crohns disease too. I'm not sure what meds they have you on, but what I can tell you, is to make sure you are logging all of your foods. Foods that you believe are not hurting you, still log. About a year ago I got tired of relying on all of the medications. I took control of my diet. I quit all of the pills and was dedicated to eating healthy. Please do not take this as a suggestion to stop taking your meds, I strongly do not recommend you do that. But do get with a dietician to help you make the right food choices. Being able to show her/him a food diary will help them help you. Exercise will help you more than you realize. However I'm calling the kettle black there as my exercise routine is dismal at best. Warm baths and dark rooms always helped me when I was feeling down. Stress is a horrible trigger. Talk to a doctor for help with that. I wish you lots of luck.

Lisa.

Thanks, I dk how bad your crohns is and maybe it's because it isn't severe but I hate that rumor that crohns can be managed by diet alone. I have severe crohns and I follow a healthy diet and know my triggers. I also exercise regularly (except for today) I am not doing anything to myself and I hate the idea that people think I have any control over a flare..I have had it since I was 3 and I sure as hell wasn't doing anything wrong then either. Dr. Appt on monday but sometimes there is just NOT an answer to everything as we would like and I'm just going to have to deal with it.

riirii93_

Thanks everyone it does make me feel better to know that there are people out there who care.

MissMamaAndrea

I just want to tell you I'm here for you! We all have struggles that make us feel alone but we don't have to be. Message me anytime!

Luv2eatSweets

Yes mine was diagnosed as severe. I'm sorry I hope I didn't offend you (about diet) One never really knows how a strangers advise will be received. However I wish you nothing but the best.