Can you please explain? I'm not sure what your talking about? I haven't ignored anyone or blocked anyone ?

I always try to be the encourager, the one who helps a friend balance or a family member problem solve. The problem is I neglect to think of myself. I am the nowhere to be found in my thoughts 1st thing in the morning and certinally not thought of last thing before I close my eyes. I am a caregiver through and through but why am I just learning at 49 that I'm useless to others if I don't care of myself 1st. I have learned I've allowed myself to be used, mistreated, and abused. I know there is an underlying cause of my eating disorder but I don't think it's something I can tangibly see. I think it's really a buffet of life events that need to be observed, diagnosed, reset and healed like a broken bone. We are all broken in some form. How many people would see someone that's hurting and keep on their own mission? Selfishness is a problem but so is neglect. There must be a balance between giving and taking and still remembering that You also have purpose and are valuable. Love to all today?? Remember you can't hate your way into a positive situation?? Be kind to yourself

I really wish Covid wasn't here and I could meet others with similar struggles. Maybe OH would consider a zoom type conference instead??

feeling discouraged. I need strength, and courage and wisdom to figure out a way to lose this weight regain. I appreciate any suggestions or ideas.. I have a heart condition and I have limitations physically but I know this weight must go..

It's Super hard restarting your weight loss journey! Much harder than the initial surgery weight loss. The mental wrecking ball is probably the biggest hurdle to overcome. Let's face it people, people are cruel and yet none is more critical than your self! Finding the support to keep momentum appears to be non existent. I have looked and reached out and it seems everyone is in a panic over their own worries of weight loss or gain that they aren't interested in working as a team to combat the weight and healthy living..I know I will do this once I conquer the depression and eliminate the little voice of self destruction but I wanted to send a message to all those searching for a friend and support to overcome the battles in their life.. yes we all have them just different demons or obstacles. Be a supporter, be the person you want others to be! Best wishes to all the beautiful people! Remember Failure only happens when you don't try!!!

Ok people I posted this in search of fellow people/friends  to support in a journey to lose regain.  Not to be criticized, judged or to be told a personal opinion of why I'm not currently successful or critique my post..  If I could find a way I would delete the entire thing..  This has to be the most unfriendly support forum I've ever experienced.. 

Amy thanks for the heads up!  Congrats on your success!!  I appreciate your encouragement!  I will definitely check out the group. 

Kellie

Congrats on your loss and regain loss.!  I appreciate your encouraging words.

Kellie

I am sry for your loss, and for your life struggles.  Thank you for your honest advice.. I appreciate it.  Protein shakes for me are only meal replacements for when I don't have the ability to eat protein.. Mostly at my job.  I don't get lunch break and limited on what I am allowed to carry inside to eat.  I work in a maximum security state prison.😞. 

Thanks to everyone for your great advice and suggestions.  I appreciate everyone's input.!  

Ok well I have to have powder. The pre mixed drinks can't be brought into my work.. I can't do it with water, I tried.  

So eggs, meats(I'm assuming all proteins like chicken, fish, ect) cheese in moderate amounts,and green veggies which are low in natural sugar and carbs.. Nothing else?? What about milk ?  Ect.. And other veggies??