Who suffers depression?

bgrey8716
bgrey8716 Posts: 9 Member
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Hey everyone, my names Brandon. Im 22. From VA. I've had horrible day... I ate some Horrible stuff due to my depression kicking in /: I feel like I let myself down. Im looking for friends and motivators... lets motivate each other :) I was in the army for 3 years then recently had surgery. I've been in bad kinda health but im determine to lose weight... I just don't think I can. Was hoping maybe tall could add me? If you'd like that is. Maybe we can fight this battle together? I have depression ptsd and airy issues... I have low self esteem and I honestly know I can do its just my body gives up. Hope to hear from you ! :) add or message me if you'd like

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  • vespiquenn
    vespiquenn Posts: 1,455 Member
    Losing weight can be a struggle with depression due to not only dealing with the external factors of weightloss, but the internal ones as well. Don't beat yourself up over a bad day. As someone that suffers from depression, anxiety, and technically bipolar, I know it can be hard to overcome those thoughts. But you can do it.

    Ps. Thanks for your service. It takes a strong person to do that. So you can definitely achieve your goals by giving that same dedication. Definitely don't hesitate to add me if you'd like.
  • bgrey8716
    bgrey8716 Posts: 9 Member
    Your welcome maam. I added you
  • tgendrolis
    tgendrolis Posts: 1 Member
    Hi there...new to this tonight and am looking for motivational teammates as well...just wanted to say a big Thank You for your service. I too suffer from depression, been on meds regularly for a few months (hate it :-)) But it has to get done! We all go thew some crazy struggle, but know your still here for a reason, and I am sure that reason is continue to make a difference. Good lu ck friend.
  • William4MVP
    William4MVP Posts: 166 Member
    I do. I've suffered from it just about every year since my junior year of high school. I've never used it as an excuse to stop myself from pursing my fitness/weight loss goals though. Those dark times can sometimes be the best eye openers. You sometimes come out of it fighting with a purpose. Find your purpose, don't allow your mind to wander and stop you from achieving. There's a light at the end of the tunnel, you just have to continue to fight.
  • myheartsabattleground
    myheartsabattleground Posts: 2,040 Member
    I am NOT a victim or bystander of depression.

    I am a SURVIVOR of depression.
  • humpbax
    humpbax Posts: 34 Member
    What part of VA are ya from? I'm from Hardy- in Frankin Co. Am now living in Queensland Australia and continue to struggle with what I call plane days where I could see myself just leaving on a jet plane- no kids, hubby or pets or people who hate America. I know it's all easier said than done but if you can find some activity you enjoy, it makes those arguments in your head just that much easier to win. Mine is swimming. Thankfully I get about 7 months of it before the pool shuts and then I really struggle.... you can add me if you wanna. I fall in and out some but I seem to always come back. Good luck! PS if you're unsure about anything, just ask. The people here will help all they can!
  • jandrew25
    jandrew25 Posts: 2 Member
    Keep going, never give up..the results will help cure your depression!
  • dubird
    dubird Posts: 1,849 Member
    jandrew25 wrote: »
    Keep going, never give up..the results will help cure your depression!

    No, no they really won't. Speaking as someone who deals with clinical depression, doesn't matter how good a result I get from what I'm doing, I can only see the negative. Granted, everyone experiences depression differently, but just doing good at something isn't enough to 'cure' it.

    OP: do you mind if I ask what treatments you're under right now?

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