@Chloe Barnes3 thanks for getting back to me! 🙂 I guess it really just comes down to staying persistent—which is where I always seem to struggle, since I totally lose sight of the goal when things get rough—so yeah, I definitely need some expert help, or like, actual support 🙂
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@Kimberly Watson/">@@Kimberly Watson, thanks for getting back to me! 🙂
As for my eating habits, I guess the easiest way to put it is—I eat when I’m sad, and I eat when I’m happy 😁 haha... I really love good food, but I definitely consider myself an emotional eater... which is exactly why I want to find some help. Even though the idea of group therapy sounds cool, I don't think it's quite my vibe. I feel like I need a real pro who can actually guide me—you know, digging into *why* I eat the way I do and why I eat so much... I've been trying to figure it out on my own for a while now, but I'm just not getting anywhere, so that's why I'm asking 🙂 I've been through a lot in life (like everyone else, right?)—losses, various letdowns (honestly, I'm dealing with a fresh breakup right now)—but I can't pinpoint the exact trigger that made the weight gain so intense, or why I just can't seem to get things under control and lose it on my own... that little intro at the start wasn't me making excuses, it was just a bit of context about me, my weight, and how I deal with it all... and obviously, madman, it's weighing on me—otherwise, I wouldn't even be posting this 😁
Anyway, does anyone have a specific recommendation—like a first and last name for a psychologist you think could actually help me? I'd love to see the wonderful Mirjana Krizmanić, but I'm sure there are plenty of other amazing doctors out there too 🙂
As for my eating habits, I guess the easiest way to put it is—I eat when I’m sad, and I eat when I’m happy 😁 haha... I really love good food, but I definitely consider myself an emotional eater... which is exactly why I want to find some help. Even though the idea of group therapy sounds cool, I don't think it's quite my vibe. I feel like I need a real pro who can actually guide me—you know, digging into *why* I eat the way I do and why I eat so much... I've been trying to figure it out on my own for a while now, but I'm just not getting anywhere, so that's why I'm asking 🙂 I've been through a lot in life (like everyone else, right?)—losses, various letdowns (honestly, I'm dealing with a fresh breakup right now)—but I can't pinpoint the exact trigger that made the weight gain so intense, or why I just can't seem to get things under control and lose it on my own... that little intro at the start wasn't me making excuses, it was just a bit of context about me, my weight, and how I deal with it all... and obviously, madman, it's weighing on me—otherwise, I wouldn't even be posting this 😁
Anyway, does anyone have a specific recommendation—like a first and last name for a psychologist you think could actually help me? I'd love to see the wonderful Mirjana Krizmanić, but I'm sure there are plenty of other amazing doctors out there too 🙂
Hey everyone!
First off—I’m hoping I put this in the right spot, since I guess we’re really talking about health here, specifically getting some psychological help to deal with weight issues 🙂
So, I’m 23, about 5'6", and currently sitting at 250 lbs. I’ve basically fought this battle my whole life, and honestly, the last two years have been a total wash because I haven't been able to get back down into the double digits.
I’d say I’m pretty mature and happy, though—like, I feel like I have so much potential in my career, hobbies, friends, family, dating... all that stuff. So, let’s just say I’m not your typical "depressed overweight person" who’s too ashamed to even show their face in public because they can't accept themselves. My weight is just one part of my life—it doesn't define me, and I’ve never let it, even if it definitely takes a toll on my confidence sometimes—we're all human, right?
Since I’ve spent my young adult years cycling through endless diets, doctors, small wins, and then that brutal yo-yo effect—basically everything someone struggling with weight goes through—I’ve started worrying that I might stay this way forever. And if that happens, my quality of life is going to tank, not to mention the shorter lifespan factor (since I tend to pack on the pounds fast—once I hit 220, it was a slippery slope straight to 250). We all know obesity brings its own set of health problems, and that’s what scares me most. That’s why I really want to reach a healthy weight—plus, it would be a huge bonus to not have to hunt through special sections just to find clothes that fit 😁. Right now, I’m actually doing okay health-wise—my cholesterol is fine, blood pressure is normal, no diabetes, and no joint pain yet. I’m still active, just maybe a little less fit than I used to be. My only real issue, which I was diagnosed with when I was 13, is PCOS—and man, that's a struggle (dealing with meds, irregular cycles, months with nothing...). Also, my thyroid is slightly wonky, though my doctors say it’s not a huge deal given my weight.
It’s such a vicious cycle, especially with the hormonal stuff... it feels almost impossible to break out of. Lately, I’ve been thinking seriously about gastric bypass, and honestly, the ladies in that other thread have been such an amazing resource—thank you guys so much 🙂 but, before I go under the knife, I’m wondering if there’s anything else I haven't tried yet—some method that actually works?! I tried counseling a few years back, but I couldn't keep up with it because money was tight... nowadays, I feel like I could actually set aside a certain amount of money each month to work on myself. I mean, if I don't look after myself, I can't expect anyone else to, right? 😛 I feel like surgery might fix the symptom, but if I don't address the root cause, I’ll probably just end up right back here, or run into other health issues... I mean, we are psychosomatic beings, after all 🙄
Anyway, enough rambling! Here’s my actual question: do you guys know a good psychologist (though I'm totally open to a psychiatrist too) who could help me figure out where all these extra pounds are coming from and why? Like, how can I pull myself out of this current state? If you're gonna suggest the Mayo Clinic Obesity Center—been there, done that—next!! I’m looking for a specialist who really understands this specific type of struggle, or someone who can help me uncover what I'm trying to fill with food in the first place..
Also, I’d love to hear from anyone still battling weight issues—or even those who’ve managed to beat it (though, let's be real, managing addiction is more like a constant balancing act than a total victory)—and how you actually did it! 🙂
Thanks for all the help, everyone—and to the trolls out there, feel free to try, but honestly? I'm just gonna pretend you don't exist ☕
First off—I’m hoping I put this in the right spot, since I guess we’re really talking about health here, specifically getting some psychological help to deal with weight issues 🙂
So, I’m 23, about 5'6", and currently sitting at 250 lbs. I’ve basically fought this battle my whole life, and honestly, the last two years have been a total wash because I haven't been able to get back down into the double digits.
I’d say I’m pretty mature and happy, though—like, I feel like I have so much potential in my career, hobbies, friends, family, dating... all that stuff. So, let’s just say I’m not your typical "depressed overweight person" who’s too ashamed to even show their face in public because they can't accept themselves. My weight is just one part of my life—it doesn't define me, and I’ve never let it, even if it definitely takes a toll on my confidence sometimes—we're all human, right?
Since I’ve spent my young adult years cycling through endless diets, doctors, small wins, and then that brutal yo-yo effect—basically everything someone struggling with weight goes through—I’ve started worrying that I might stay this way forever. And if that happens, my quality of life is going to tank, not to mention the shorter lifespan factor (since I tend to pack on the pounds fast—once I hit 220, it was a slippery slope straight to 250). We all know obesity brings its own set of health problems, and that’s what scares me most. That’s why I really want to reach a healthy weight—plus, it would be a huge bonus to not have to hunt through special sections just to find clothes that fit 😁. Right now, I’m actually doing okay health-wise—my cholesterol is fine, blood pressure is normal, no diabetes, and no joint pain yet. I’m still active, just maybe a little less fit than I used to be. My only real issue, which I was diagnosed with when I was 13, is PCOS—and man, that's a struggle (dealing with meds, irregular cycles, months with nothing...). Also, my thyroid is slightly wonky, though my doctors say it’s not a huge deal given my weight.
It’s such a vicious cycle, especially with the hormonal stuff... it feels almost impossible to break out of. Lately, I’ve been thinking seriously about gastric bypass, and honestly, the ladies in that other thread have been such an amazing resource—thank you guys so much 🙂 but, before I go under the knife, I’m wondering if there’s anything else I haven't tried yet—some method that actually works?! I tried counseling a few years back, but I couldn't keep up with it because money was tight... nowadays, I feel like I could actually set aside a certain amount of money each month to work on myself. I mean, if I don't look after myself, I can't expect anyone else to, right? 😛 I feel like surgery might fix the symptom, but if I don't address the root cause, I’ll probably just end up right back here, or run into other health issues... I mean, we are psychosomatic beings, after all 🙄
Anyway, enough rambling! Here’s my actual question: do you guys know a good psychologist (though I'm totally open to a psychiatrist too) who could help me figure out where all these extra pounds are coming from and why? Like, how can I pull myself out of this current state? If you're gonna suggest the Mayo Clinic Obesity Center—been there, done that—next!! I’m looking for a specialist who really understands this specific type of struggle, or someone who can help me uncover what I'm trying to fill with food in the first place..
Also, I’d love to hear from anyone still battling weight issues—or even those who’ve managed to beat it (though, let's be real, managing addiction is more like a constant balancing act than a total victory)—and how you actually did it! 🙂
Thanks for all the help, everyone—and to the trolls out there, feel free to try, but honestly? I'm just gonna pretend you don't exist ☕