How long have you been contending with obesity?
For many, contending with obesity is a life-long battle. How long have you been living with it and what helps you cope best?
I didn't start to pile on the pounds until my neurologist put me on depokate for my migraines. Even then it wasn't too much until my thyroid started to malfunction. I wanted to cry when my weight went up to 200 lbs., then 210 topping out at 236. I am currently at 212 and seem to have plateaued. The only solution that the weight loss doctor had was a gastric bypass. Not going there. I would like to lose another 90 lbs, but I'll be happy to be under 200 lbs.
I really wish neurologists and psychiatrics would share more information about the potential for weight gain with drugs like depokate. Even if you have no choice but to take it, it can helpful to be aware. Are you still taking depokate? Is your thyroid under control now? Getting under 200 pounds sounds like a reasonable and attainable goal. Hopefully, exercise will get easier as the days begin to get longer again and you'll have even more success. Personally, I have much more trouble getting motivated at this time of year. Is that an issue for you as well? - Lori (Team Member)
Since I was 18, so 37 years or so. I'd have periods where it would go down, but was still obese. I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer this past May. It was found really early and a total hysterectomy got it all with no chemo or radiation. I decided once I was healed and cleared it was time to tackle my obesity once and for all. I'm 55 now and want to age in a more healthy way
Thank goodness they caught your cancer so early and that surgery was so successful,
. How scary. I hope you are able to lose the weight even if it takes a while. We're here for you whenever you need support or a safe place to vent. Best wishes. - Lori (Team Member)
For some, it's been a struggle since childhood; for others, it might have started later in life. I know people who have been battling obesity for decades, and the journey can be so different for everyone.
Base on my own experience what helped me coped is finding strength in community support, like joining a fitness group or online forums like this where we can share our progress and challenges.
I've also done a small daily habits that add up over time, like meal prepping, taking walks, or practicing mindful eating.
I'm currently doing Intermittent fasting and have lost 17 lbs. in the last 6 weeks. This is the only one that worked for me.Ultimately, it seems like it’s all about finding a balance that fits into your lifestyle and keeps you motivated. It’s a long road for many, but finding what makes you feel good and focusing on progress rather than perfection is key. What has worked best for you?
Hope this helps!Hi
. Welcome to the community and congratulations on your weight loss! I hope you are able to maintain the program until you reach your goal. It does seem that small changes over time are more sustainable. Weight loss might be slower, but those pounds are more likely to stay off. Thanks for joining the conversation. - Lori (Team Member)
I can truly empathize with much of what you have expressed. It is evident that you are not alone in your experiences. Food has served as a significant support for me as well. I find your use of sewing as a therapeutic outlet to be quite fascinating, and I have come to appreciate the skill involved in executing sewing projects with precision.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Food has always been a support for me as well. That's so kind what you said about sewing and recognizing their passion for it. I totally agree with you that hobbies can be such amazing therapeutic outlets. Do you have any hobbies that you really enjoy? I'd love to hear about them! 💙Kayleigh, Team Member
