FAILING!!!

Sorry you're struggling. Do you have a therapist or a pastor or someone who is familiar with your story who could help you ? I would think it is mostly stress related hormone response, so not likely to be actual fat you gained. Illness and stress can cause inflammation - so can lack of sleep. Stay the course, don't beat yourself up and get some help in real life. Talk it out with someone who will keep your confidence.

I think a lot of people have a hard time sticking with it! I am certainly trying to get back to losing weight too. You have to find what motivates you and keep that in mind. Losing sight of that goal is what does us in.

Listen, most everyone gains their weight back. So, you're not a failure and you've done nothing to deserve what you're going through. It is wonderful that you've caught your regain at 12 pounds. Maybe focusing on yourself will be a great distraction from the tough time of going through a divorce. I'm so sorry you have that stress in your life.

We are all different.. but I find when I'm disciplined with my health and fitness.. those good habits migrate to other areas of my life. Losing weight and getting fit is something we can control in this life.

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Thank you all so much. I guess I was having a bit of a pity party for myself. Tomorrow is a new day and I plan on getting back on track. I now have 18 pounds left to hit my goal weight. I got this! ☺️

It sounds like you have A LOT on your plate! Acknowledging your feelings is important. Be sure to practice self care. Stress reduction is so important, however you choose to go about it - exercising, yoga, meditation, getting together with friends, reading a good book, etc.

I hope you’re healthy and feeling better about yourself today. If losing weight was easy, there’d be way fewer overweight people!

You know how to lose the weight because you’ve already lost a pound many times. You’re nipping this in the bud, do just start using your skills today!