hi im zoe! Topic

Zoekay2 08/13/13
hi im zoe and im 16. i have clinical depression and my coping strategy is eating boatloads of food at a time, it makes the sadness go away temporarily but it soon returns and i end up feeling even worse. it's all a big mess because the root of my depression is low self esteem, which is caused from being overweight. so basically my cycle works like this: feels fat -> gets sad and depressed -> eats a ton of food so i am no longer sad and depressed -> feels fat. honestly its getting really hard to deal with and i think having people to talk with can really help, so again, im zoe and its great to meet all of you!! i know most of you are probably older than me but i think that might actually be beneficial because you probably have lots of tips and tricks to share, it would be very much appreciated!

Gabbs 11/04/13 replied to Zoekay2
Hey Zoe,

I'm Gabbs! I'm new on here as well. I'm 21 and also have depression. I struggled with bulimia and self harm for many years and I know the binge-eating/depression cycle well. Best of luck on your weightless journey, but more importantly, on your journey to self-love!

Hpapayan69 12/09/13
Hi, my name is Helen and I am 44yrs old. I am new to the "community" section. Been using MyNetDiary for a while now. I have over 100lbs to shed. Need to change my habits and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Currently I am at my heaviest. Looking to change that. Managed to drop 50lb before my surgery last year but ended up gaining almost all of it back post-surgery. Time to get my butt in gear and shed all this weight. And I am looking forward to it. :)

Hpapayan69 12/09/13
Hi Zoe, sorry I posted in the wrong area. My bad. How goes your journey on here? I hope you are receiving lots of useful tips and tricks from other users. Make it a great week!

Jama 03/02/14 replied to Hpapayan69
Hi Zoe, I'm Jaci... I am a little older than you at 34, but I have battled depression that caused me not to do the things I loved, causing me to gain a lot of weight. I am finding my happiness again by reconnecting with neglected friendships and fitness! The gym helps my depression quite a bit and is a great replacement for my daily routine of fast food. I hope your journey is going well!

EvieBee03 03/31/14 replied to Jama
Hi Zoe!
I'm Evie, I'm 26. Done the whole anorexic bulemia thing when I was 12-16 and have depression too. Never really dealt with my issues in regards to food and as a result I'm now massive, trying to learn to think of food as nourishment rather than the enemy/friend I do now. U can message me if u want too, we could support each other?
Evie

U2147874 05/27/14
Hello,

I am 31 and have had my weight yo-yo for years. I have the same difficulties of emotional binge eating. Im working on identifying those que's and coming up with an action plan to help me with this habit. For example, take the dog for a walk, read a book instead of watch TV or even brush my teeth (toothpaste and food do not go well together). My main goal is to lose 50lbs. I want to keep off the weight. I want to feel more comfortable in my skin (especially in a bathing suit) and I want to live a healthier and longer life. I understand that this weight lose journey is not just about losing weight, but changing my lifestyle for the better. I feel that by joining this group I will recieve the support I need to continue at my goals since you all seem to have a similiar story to me. I hope everyone is doing great on their weightloss/healthy lifestyle journey! Please feel free to message me.

Melanie

Calamityph 07/27/14
Im 31 yrs old from the Philippines.
I`ve always been a big girl since i was a kid.
By my teenage years 1 reached 200lbs.
Got into partying,drinking, smoking heavily and eating junk.
I just recently reached a level of maturity
that makes me yearn to live a healthier fuller life.
I swore off processed foods and meat.
Started eating more vegetables and chicken as protein.
Quit drinking, night outs and smoking.

Now im more or less 370lbs.
I cant really tell my exact weight because
i cant find a heavy duty weigh scale anywhere,
one that doesnt say "error" when i step on it.
Just to see my weight in a regular bathroom scale
would be a great achievement.
I would lovr to go running without hurting my joints.
Im working hard for that day.

Xie903 08/05/14
Hey Zoe ! I have struggled since I was a teenager with my depression as well. I am now about to turn 33 years old. I am just starting back into this again after jumping ship for a year. This should be for good this time. You got a whole group of people here you can reach out to anytime. You are going to do great.

hi im zoe!