Some support needed

Being aware of your down days is the most important thing @Brandmaer so well done for even realising it. Just know that these feelings are only temporary. I've found having self compassion one of the most empowering things during my fitness journey. Knowing when you need to give yourself some TLC and when to push is hard, but if you can get it right then you can feel good about yourself no matter what food or exercise you feel like doing on a given day.

I'm looking for more friends on MFP to keep me motivated and accountable so add me if you're looking for more fitness buddies

There's always going to be days where we have our ups and downs and it's totally normal. You came to the forums to ask for support, which for some can be a difficult step but it's a step in the right direction Well done for seeing that problem and taking action! =D

Sometimes when i feel down, I like to write down how I'm feeling and then from what I've written turn it into something positive. A good example of this is that sometimes i feel like giving up, i get upset with myself for letting myself get to such a bad place. From that I find all the reasons why i can't give up and all the awesome steps and things i have done so far to better myself. I usually feel a little better after that.

If I'm feeling like I'm trying to do the impossible, I take a look at the success stories for some inspiration and it helps me get back on track =D MFP is full of some amazing people who have achieved so much. One of the reasons why i love this place.

You've got over 75 million fitness pals here and we're all trying to better ourselves, losing weight, gaining weight, reaching our fitness goals and maintaining and we're all here if you ever need friends to support you =D

All the best! Keep pushing to reach your goals

Brandmaer wrote: »

Hello everyone. I could really use some more friends and support. I'm just having one of those days where I feel like not doing anything and eating everything. I suppose I feel a little down today. Any advice is welcome!

I hear you, we all have those days. Lately when I feel down I make myself get outside. I pick a small portion of the yard or one of my neglected flower beds and literally force myself to start cleaning it up. This week I clean out one bed, raked all the trash out of it, bagged it up and now I just have to drag the bag out to the trash. Next I will trim some small tree limbs and clean out along one one of my fence line. Little by little and then put new mulch down before it all starts to grow. Well thats my plan anyway. LOL Some days I walk with headphones. I find getting busy helps.

Try to do something enjoyable to feel better and distract yourself! Play a game or go for a walk.

Brandmaer wrote: »

Hello everyone. I could really use some more friends and support. I'm just having one of those days where I feel like not doing anything and eating everything. I suppose I feel a little down today. Any advice is welcome!

Hi Brandmaer, how is your day going? I just came back from a great walk. A little brisk but it made me walk harder to warm up. Message me if you need a boost.