Depression - This is my story and this is why I am here

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  • Lorianny
    Lorianny Posts: 25
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    I would like to be your MFP friend.
    Please feel free to add me.
    It sounds like your on the right road to making changes in your life, You dont need to do it alone.
  • tkb1985
    tkb1985 Posts: 146 Member
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    A very moving story - thank you so much for being brave enough to share it with us.

    Feel free to add me. x
  • joann
    joann Posts: 624 Member
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    That had to been awful hard for you to share that with total strangers, but that my friend is the best way to heal. God only hands us things that he knows we can handle, it is what makes us who we are. I am a firm believer of that. Many years ago I to had a horrible experience, luckily i had my daughter to take care of or I might have given up but you would not believe my life now ...I found the love of my life, I have two beautiful grandsons and life is good.. Good luck to you in all your journeys. You may add me as your friend if you would like.
  • AJ1966
    AJ1966 Posts: 18
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    You have made the first step to improving yourself and that means A LOT!!! I too know about depression and its good to know you can have someone to talk to. Feel free to add me! :smile:

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  • alimarieban
    alimarieban Posts: 141
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    Wow... You have been through A LOT! Good for you for wanting to reclaim your life and be healthy and happy again. You can do it! I too suffered from severe depression and anxiety and am on the road to recovery. If you would like to, please add me as a friend. Maybe we could motivate each other? :-)
  • Kaylee_law_123
    Kaylee_law_123 Posts: 450 Member
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    Thank you for posting your story - I think it's so brave!
    I have shared many similar moments in my life, and am still learning how to cope, I definitely have my moments where everything seems too much, but I'm slowly developing the skills necessary to overcome those feelings.
    :-)
  • StJamesPT
    StJamesPT Posts: 22 Member
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    Saw this article today, and thought it might interest you.

    'It’s not easy to stop unhealthy thought patterns, but we have a lot more control over our state of mind than we realise

    http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2012/01/11/happiness-and-choices/

    Feel free to add me as a friend if you wish.

    Mark Green
    Personal Trainer, Exercise Referral Instructor and
    Specialist Exercise Instructor (Diabetes & Obesity Management) - REPs Level 4
    Based in Bristol, UK
  • AZDizzy
    AZDizzy Posts: 434 Member
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    Thank you for your story. There is such a quiet strength in your post, I KNOW you will get through this and reach your goals. I will be cheering for you!
  • jofromnz
    jofromnz Posts: 82 Member
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    Thank you so much for sharing your story in such a sincere and honest way. People definitely respond to truth and there was a lot of truth in what you wrote. You touched many of us and also provided a reminder that life is so fragile and that as human beings we are all in this together. I can also sense (as another poster mentioned) a deep and profound strength in you and I know you have what is needed to climb out of this dark place. I also lost a very dear friend this year (similar to the woman you knew, she was not taking care of her body and it lead to her death - at 34 years old). I think about this loss often and it is an integral part of my journey to a healthier body. I wish you all the best in your journey as well, you can do this! x
  • 99Tinkerbell
    99Tinkerbell Posts: 384
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    Wow so understand depression and awesome for you to share. add me as a friend will be there for you!
  • JennetteMac
    JennetteMac Posts: 763 Member
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    Your story moved me so much, and made me appreciate that although I have had a rocky few years there is always strength and help out there, and inside as well. Your sister sounds wonderful.
    My husband lied to me for over 3 years about an affair, and continues to do so now. We are moving rapidly towards separation, and I am trying to come to terms with moving house, settling children and seeing a future where only emptiness is visible. I didn't think I was depressed until work colleagues pointed out that 3 stones weight lost and real mood swings were not normal, and now I am learning to get on with a healthier, forward-looking life.
    I would love to have you as a friend, please add me if you want. And thanks for sharing.
  • AliciaNineteen72
    AliciaNineteen72 Posts: 76
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    Wow, what a story! You have endured much, so I know you can do this!!! God is my rock and my Salvation and how I make it through. If I didn't know that Jesus walked this earth as a human and went through the things we go through, and then gave His life for us....I wouldn't be here. Keep up the good work and determination!!!! Add me if you wish.
  • Fattack
    Fattack Posts: 666 Member
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    I'm so sorry that you have had such an awful time - I hope it gets better for you, and I admire your determination and strength of spirit.
  • sars_68
    sars_68 Posts: 308 Member
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    What an amazing story. You are so brave and strong to share it so openly. Having battled with depression myself I know how hard it can get and how you just feel like giving up sometimes. You've had such a hard time of it!

    You have made the first step in making your life more positive and happy - well done!! :happy:

    I have sent you a friend request I wish you well as you embark on your next steps and look forward to hearing how you're getting on.

    Good luck:drinker:

    Sarah x
  • AJ_MotherRunner
    AJ_MotherRunner Posts: 175 Member
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    Wow! Thanks for sharing your story. It is very hard to put yourself out there like that. I believe that admitting our problems is the first step in the right direction. I am very sorry for all that you have been through, but glad to see you standing up and reclaiming your life. I will be cheering for you!

    "When you come to the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on." ~Franklin D. Roosevelt
  • fitaliciag
    fitaliciag Posts: 373
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    Amen! here's to you for using that anger for something positive !i would love to support you while you face this time in your life!
  • gailashton
    gailashton Posts: 292
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    What a touching story, it gave me goosebumps. I am happy for you that you have decided to overcome what you can. I too seem to go through these up and downs with my weight. I've lost over 100 pounds 3 times. Every time a trauma comes along I gain it all back and revert back to old habits. What I have learned is there's only so much you can control in yoour life and you have taken the first step. You have made yourself important, which will make you strong for your family when they need you the most and will give you the strength and confidence to continue on your journey. I hope that we are all here to share in your journey, you've already made the first step! I so appreciate your honesty and putting yourself out there! We are all here for you!
  • mummyv811
    mummyv811 Posts: 237
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    I also suffer from depression and I can really relate to your story. I'm on an upswing at the moment and it seems like you are too! :) Keep up the positivity and motivation :D

    Feel free to add me as a friend for support (for both weightloss and depression fighting tactics!) :)
  • jennieh1980
    jennieh1980 Posts: 21 Member
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    Fair play to you. I completely understand the amount of mental strength it takes to pick yourself up.

    I've struggled with weight and depression too, and still do at times. I left my husband last year, he cheated on me when our son was 10 weeks old. My son was also born with club foot so had lots of hospital treatment so it was a very trying time. He was also the sort of man that I wasn't allowed to show any emotion so I surpressed everything but then turned it all internally.
    I've been overweight for a long time, have tried many times to do something about it but he would always put a stop to it, for whatever reason he wanted to me to stay fat and unhappy.

    Last year after 2 1/2 of plucking up the courage I left him. I struggled to keep it together for about 9 months but now I've decided to put all my energies in making myself feel better about me. I'm not thinking of this as going on a diet and exercise plan but more along the lines of that I'm taking care of myself for me and my boy because I've finally realised that I'm worth it.

    Good luck and keep at it!
  • dino_girl
    dino_girl Posts: 28 Member
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    Wow, sorry to hear about your story and everything you are going through. But being here and opening up to total strangers is a positive step. Don't be afraid to lean on people around you for comfort and support. I wish you all the best on your health journey and thank you for being open and honest with us.

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