feeling down, even though I have alot to be thankful for

So far I am down approx. 100# which is more then I could of hoped for. Problem is that I don't feel so happy about my " formal life". I don't know if it is depression or if I just need a kick in the butt. I work production and just seems to me that I am the pick up person, then I get home and it seems the same there. I feel I want so much more, but unsure what "more" is. Are there any words of wisdom out there for me? Possible I am waiting for the "miracle" to end and all the weight come back. Unsure?!?! If someone could put some light on this is sure would be appreciated!!! Thanks!! Michele

Hi Michele. Congratulations on the weight loss! I'm not sure I can shed light on your situation but I can say that from time to time I think we all go through these sad and depressed feelings. I can also relate to being "the pick up person". I think it's easy for people to feel taken for granted in life. Discovering what the "more" is might help your feelings of uncertainty. Sometimes, I find that I need to figure out what I do that makes me feel valuable and then do more of that. Also I will look for a new thing that can make me feel valued. Not sure I helped at all, but there's my two cents! Hang in there! - Stephanie

Hi Michele, I would think some feelings of depression are normal, esp. after losing 100#! Losing weight releases a lot of hormones into our systems, so feeling emotional is normal and to be expected. I've had my periods of up and down too, I don't know how much to credit to actual "valid" feelings--or just WL induced hormones. I just make sure I exercise in hopes my endorphines will balance me out and figure I will wait it all out. I can relate with your worries about gaining it back. I think about that all the time too. I don't think I could take it if I got back on the crazy up and down yoyo cycle. I'm just careful and watch myself for signs of old bad behavior. That's all we can do. My advice to you is if you feel unsatisfied with your life, look for areas where you can affect positive change and go from there. I wish you the best. Rebeka

I feel the same sometimes. I am down 92 lbs. I am a slower loser than some others, and HATE it. I also look at myself in the mirror and think, why isn't this perfect, and will by butt ever get smaller? I then remind myself that I have come a long way, and I will make it! I still question weather it will last, I don't know if that will ever go away. Keep ypur chin up!