mentally drained

ltlane
ltlane Posts: 120
edited October 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
trying to change my way of living has taken over so much of my thoughts the past 5 weeks, it drives me crazy. i lost 20lbs 10/10-01/11 and then met some hang out buddies and went right back to my old ways. i gained the 20lb back and an extra 7.. since i lost my job nearly 2 years ago, i am trying to gain control over something. i told myself changing me is the only thing i really have control over... not the weather, not economy or job market and definately not my finances. i feel like im totally spazzing over here. with my degree in CJ and about to have another first thing people say is be a police... at 5'1 i probably need to weigh in around 115-120.... so far away. so many setbacks....

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  • chrissym78
    chrissym78 Posts: 628 Member
    deep breath.... refocus.... you can do this and anything else you put your mind to!! :flowerforyou:
  • JC1459
    JC1459 Posts: 33 Member
    Hello Itlane -

    Set your goals then find the courage and commitment to meet them. Easier said than done I know. 1 year ago I stopped smoking, I havent put a cigarette to my lips in 1 YEAR but all kind of food found their way there instead! I am now heavier than when I gave birth to my son!! YIKES - - -

    A week ago I took control over the food because the food had taken control over me - not anymore!! I was tired of being tired and I dont want to live like that anymore. I understand in order to be successful I must put myself first. I had a family reunion this weekend and brought my own food so I could stay on program!! Funny thing is - I was happier with my food selection than what was free for the taking! Because it was for ME .. It empowered me greatly and I know that I can win here.

    I look at my weight loss in 10 lb increments - I stay focused on that and not the full amount of weight I need to lose. Set short term goals that are achievable. AND get moving - exercise will be the key.

    So my dear - you are not alone in this battle. I will be right there with you if you'd like. My best to you.
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,458 Member
    We got it. Surely you are grateful for something in your life? Focus on THAT.
  • kristie_cla
    kristie_cla Posts: 90 Member
    Hey, chicky, keep your chin up!! I know it's a slow process, but stay on your plan and it will work out.

    I know that you mentioned you'd like to be a police officer, but can't because of your fitness level. What about another CJ-related job that you could hold in the meantime? I googled CJ Jobs in NY and found this site: http://criminaljustice.state.ny.us/employment.htm. Maybe there's some way to use your degree while you work on your fitness, plus earn money and experience?
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