I eat

[kellinator]

I eat because I'm bored.
I eat because I'm stressed.
I eat because I'm tired.
I eat because I'm lonely.
I eat because I'm sad.
I eat because I'm cranky.
I eat because I'm mad.
I eat because I'm drunk.
I eat because I'm depressed.

I eat because I'm always hungry.

Comments

*sends hugs*

[sambear.livejournal.com]

Do you have a counselor, hon? Maybe you could get one...if you're depressed, there's ways to deal with that.

Re: *sends hugs*

[kellinator.livejournal.com]

If only it were that simple... I've been through five types of drugs, counselors, and the only thing that seems to help is getting kicked out of grad school.

Re: *sends hugs*

[sambear.livejournal.com]

Wow, five different ones? Which ones? I take Zoloft, it really helps me....but I know it's not for everyone.

Sorry you're feeling so down, though. You are clearly a special person. I would give you a cider if you were close by, but then again I don't think you need a depressant about right now :)

Re: *sends hugs*

[kellinator.livejournal.com]

In order: Zoloft. Prozac. Celexa. Paxil. Wellbutrin.

I am fucked up.

Re: *sends hugs*

[sambear.livejournal.com]

How long did you use them? Did they have zero effect, or just bad side effects?

Re: *sends hugs*

[musicwolf.livejournal.com]

Well celexa's worked for me, and go to FSU's website for info on library school. For a cheaper program...Valdosta State U just started an MLS program.

Re: *sends hugs*

[technomom]

Sugar, I cannot begin to count the number of different antidepressants I've had over the years since, lessee, 1988 or so? When I finally started getting treatment? (No, I haven't been constantly depressed for the last 14 years, or in treatment all that time - but it seems to be a cyclical thing.)

Some of the drugs just didn't work at all for me. Some would work in brand name, but the generics wouldn't work. Both of the ones that worked really well had unacceptable side effects. I just started taking one I'd had before, Serzone. I've been on it for maybe a week now? I remember that I've had it before, but cannot remember a thing about how well it worked. Wish I'd kept a decent log of those things.

But when something works, it does help, and usually with a fairly reasonable time period. If those five drugs haven't worked, your doctor needs to keep working with you to find something that will help. It may be that you need a combination of different drugs. You might need more talk or group therapy, or something else that helps you. Everybody is different, and we're also different today than we were last year or will be next year.

*Hugs*

Re: *sends hugs*

[atomicnumber51.livejournal.com]

Yuo need to work out. I'm not kidding. Did you read that link I posted for you? It really can make a huge difference for depression, completely separate from what it does to your brain. And it works best for people who are diagnosed as clinically depressed. I hate to keep harping on it, but it's almost the one thing you've never really seriously tried (as a treatment for depression) - I worry about you.

[ilexx.livejournal.com]

why is it so frightening and intimidating to try and feed our souls instead of our mouths? i mean, it's really scary to me. i don't know why, because when i actually manage it, it feels great, but eck. anyway, hope this wasn't too random or out of line or anything. :)

[kellinator.livejournal.com]

No, it's cool. How do you feed your soul?

[thatbelle.livejournal.com]

You know....I'm really not a big Oprah fan, but I watched one day recently when she was doing yet another program on weight loss. She had that Bob Greene guy (her trainer?) on talking about his new book. From what I did catch that day, it seemed pretty interesting. They talked about finding out the emotional reasons for eating before ever even trying to diet. Then they talked about gradual changes after that....seems like a pretty good idea....
Anyway....my point was to say that maybe checking into that might be a good idea? {BTW, I fully believe in the theory that when you're pointing 1 finger at someone else you're pointing back 4 at yourself...so I'm telling myself, too.}
And ya' know....just random food for though (no pun intended)....I've been making itty bitty changes in my patterns lately...drinking a lot more water...cutting back on fried stuff...I lost 3.5 lbs in a week. Not a big deal at all...just saying that even little things have helped (and you know about some of the other stuff that DOESNT need to be mentioned here).
Maybe all part of that one step at a time theory? I dunno....hope this is at least a little bit helpful.....

[thorax86.livejournal.com]

I agree with you that small steps make the difference.

I have never had a weight problem, but I did gain 20 pounds when I was super depressed. I had been working in accounting for years and I desperately wanted to change careers. So, I ate everyday like it was an eating contest. The way I lost the weight was simple.

I would have a realistic breakfast first thing in the morning. Then, every time I felt like a snack I would drink water. 9 times out of 10, having the water did away with the craving for a snack. I cut out sweet drinks. I would eat more slowly. Finally, I stopped eating late at night. I lost the 20 pounds in a few weeks.

[gtallimac.livejournal.com]

What would make you happy? Is there anything we can do?

[kellinator.livejournal.com]

That's so sweet of you to ask...

I'm working on figuring it out. Believe it or not, not being in grad school really helps. I have to do it myself, but hey, if you find a good Innovox substitute, that would help!

Re:

[gtallimac.livejournal.com]

I think we all are looking for that substitute!

Hey Girlie!

[faybee.livejournal.com]

Don't feel bad girlie, I've seen two psychologists and have been on Prozac and Wellbutrin, at one point they had me on both, and it still didn't work.

Keep your chin up girlie. You seem to be a beautiful and intelligent person. I live by the philosophy that good things come to those who wait. I'm sure things will be looking up for you in no time. Smooches, Bye 4 Now!