Beating Depression

OctoberxxRaee
OctoberxxRaee Posts: 3
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Good morning . I'm new to MyFitnessPal . I struggle strongly w/ depression an weight so how do you guys beat depression ? I need tips quotes anything to get me really motivated and started .

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  • mccanntj
    mccanntj Posts: 13
    Depression and weight gain go hand and hand. You need to figure out the root of the problem. Then slowly work on it.
  • Hollyaw24
    Hollyaw24 Posts: 26 Member
    Please also check these groups:

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/2202-managing-depression
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/groups/home/89-mental-health-issues
  • links_slayer
    links_slayer Posts: 1,151 Member
    Have you sought help from a mental health professional? That would be step 1, imo.
  • crystalflame
    crystalflame Posts: 1,049 Member
    Honestly, exercise helps a lot. I also find when I'm eating whole, clean foods I'm less prone to depression. Both of these things make it easier for your body to regulate your hormones. Obviously if your depression is severe it takes more than that (medication, therapy, a good support system), but you tackle weight loss and depression together with diet and exercise. Good luck :flowerforyou:
  • TeachTheGirl
    TeachTheGirl Posts: 2,091 Member
    Firstly, don't assume you'll ever 'beat' it. It's still there in some form and what you need to learn to do is manage the amount of depression you have in smaller chunks. Allow yourself to feel blue sometimes, but know when it's too much for you to handle.

    I found working out helped a lot. The more weight that came off, the more movements I was able to complete, the more people I met on similar paths, the more I watched what I ate...everything adds up and now I still have days where I don't have a complete handle on my emotions, but you know what, that's okay by me. The more I let go of control, the easier it is to say 'I'm depressed today, but tomorrow will be better', and usually, I'm right.

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