feeling depressed and alone

My own experience is that I felt tired and depressed which turned out to be a Thyroid issue.

AS ALWAYS PLEASE SEEK MEDICAL HELP!

I'll add you to my prayers:)

Hi, I have suffered from depression for a long time. I don't know what your circumstances are, but if this is something that happens often there is no shame in talking to a counselor who may be able to help you ascertain exactly why you feel down or why you are worrying .
On the other hand it just might be one of those glummy days. Count your blessings, don't let the pity party take up residence in your head. You have lost a considerable amout of weight and that is something to feel good about. Think about how your health is improving and how fit you have become, not to mention the way you are looking in your clothing.
Take your mind of yourself and do some volunteer work, that always helps me. I try to keep myself busy, so that I don't have time to concentrate on all the little things in life that just make life, life. Be greatful for being alive, I don't know if you are involed in church but having God in my life and a church affilation, helps me know that "this too shall past."
You are not alone, look at the responses you have received and know that this site and its community are here for such a time as this. Be encouraged knowing that you are not alone.:flowerforyou:

It happens sometimes. I just try to put all the noise out of my mind. Close my eyes focus on the good stuff. It is out there. Sorry your having a rough time. Anxiety can be a killer watch it don't let it snow ball. Talk to someone if you have to .

Dude, you are killing the progress-o-meter so first of all, be kind to yourself and celebrate the victory. This said, I went through a very depressed state of being a few months ago as well. I had been struggling with finding the best workout routine, got stuck in a rut with what I was doing and I stopped seeing the progress I had hoped to see and, more to the point, found that my life wasn't changing the way I'd imagined it would with the progress I had made.

In the end, I went to the MD - mine is a board certified medical nutritionist as well - and sat for a long consult. He ran blood work, ordered a couple of relevant cardio tests and, based on the results, he changed EVERYTHING about what I ate and how I worked out. No meds for the depression though, he was convinced I didn't need them; he was right. We started a lot of long, endurance based cardio. I returned to cycling as my primary calorie burn mechanism, we dropped the weight-lifting in favor of more brutal full body hard conditioning and core work. As far as diet, he cut way back on the protein intake and balanced carbs and fats for a better fuel mix to support the workload. He also revamped the vitamin and supplements I was taking, added a testosterone supplement (the only Rx I take for anything), added vitamin D and a few over the counter supplements. Oh, and the big addition: St. John's Wort. OK, so it's a natural antidepressant, but it has no contraindicated effects and metabolizes completely every day.

The point, to this blather? I changed everything with a little help from someone who knows more than me and it worked. And last, but not least, socialize. Find a few workout groups with a diverse membership. I ride with 2 different cycling clubs and have met a lot of cool people. Also, I started running with a few people, mostly better than me, but I've found some good ones who can offer support without judgment.

Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful people with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated failures. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. Calvin Coolidge.

Good luck to you. You're not alone.

In addition to all the good psychological advice everyone is offering, I would suggest trying a good Vitamin B Complex like the one from Nature's Sunshine. This is like an instant happy pill for me; within an hour of taking it, I feel more energy, more positive, more outgoing, thus helping me cope with any feelings of loneliness or depression MUCH easier. Over the years, it has completely replaced my need for antidepressants and that feels great! Just wanted to throw the idea out there in the mix of other good stuff!

Amen!!! I do this too!!

You've accomplished so much, but I know it's hard to see that and feel proud of yourself when you're in the moment and feel like you have nothing to show for all of the sacrifices you've made. I agree with the idea of doing some classes at your gym if they have some. True, it's often mostly women, but that doesn't have to be a bad thing...

I'm sorry you don't live closer to Philly, I'd work out with you! You seem like a really great and motivating guy. I'm glad you posted here, because you really need to know that you're not alone.

@Forever alone commenting guy- Don't be a troll, bro.