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Originally Posted by elderboots  Hey Allie,
I am also on anti depressant drugs. Zoloft 300mg per day. I have 5 herniated disk in my back, and carpal tunnel in both of my hands. I also have been out of work for over a year now. I have had 4 surgeries so far to try to correct the back problems, but not much luck yet. I dont know why eating is so comforting, but its just like a saftey blankett. Seems like sometimes that food is the only friend we have. I know that isnt very positive. Sad but true! I know that I cant just let myself go because I am out of work, but sometimes pity is just easier. Some days I dont even feel like looking at other people. I guess its because I feel like they are looking at me and laughing. Crazy huh! I had a pretty good job before I got hurt. Where I come from good jobs are hard to come by. The future seems a little grim, but I know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Just have to keep my head up, and press on. Normally I just eat oatmeal for breakfast, turkey sandwich with fruit for lunch, and lean chicken with vegies for dinner. I try not to take in more than 1500 cals, and no less than 1200. I also use the treadmill everyday, whether I want to or not.Mostly not. Hope this helps. Keep your head up, it does get better. Hope to hear from you soon. |
Hey EB how are you today? It is a struggle to live with a lot of pain isn't it? I know because of some arthitis I have. I have not had to experience a lot of back pain TG and can't imagine. My knee, ankle and calf pain are enough. Pain and depression go hand in hand. It is hard to have one without the other unfortunately. We seem to have a lot in common. I noticed you joined the same day I did and have about the same amount of weight to lose. I had a really bad day yesterday. I was wallowing in self pity though at the time it didn't feel like it. I felt hopeless, helpless and ended up baking. Well, today is another day and I am going to get back on the horse, so to speak. Please let me know how your doing. I would love to chat. Take care.
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Allie