Emotional and stress eating

 UGH.

I am struggling.  Not gaining because bandzilla is keeping me in check..thank god.  But struggling nontheless.  I am in the middle of a fairly big work dilemma..I've inherited a whole dept when the two people quit/ were fired.  I'm the only one with the exp and certification to do this position.  At the same time the management job I was hoping to get has suddenly opened.  What to do, what to do? 

AND if that wasn't enough, I'm heading to my mom's in a week with my kids to clean out the basement and get her ready for assisted living.  Her condition has really deteriorated over the past 6 months.  I'm anxious about seeing her and getting everything done that I have to.  AND my oldest is a senior, just decided on her college and we have graduation/proms/awards banquets coming up.

I know I can handle all of it.  I'm finding it hard not eating crap while I'm doing it.

Maybe I need to give my therapist a call?...maybe a good idea, I haven't checked in for awhile

HELP

Good news: I have been walking more (and actually enjoying it..even uphill) now that the weather is better

(((HUGS))) sounds like things are really hectic for you! BUT.... it also sounds like you are keeping it together !!!! The therapist might be a good thing and remember as aware as you are now to the pitfalls of emotional eating you will not let yourself go to far and if you try bandzilla will be right there to back you up!  Be really extra kind to yourself right now and indulge in some non food treats....bubble baths , a little retail therapy things like that .

 Yeah...I may have already done the retail therapy...bought a new coach purse (outlet on sale!), My 199 pandora charm and a new eyeliner pencil which came with a great little freebie courstesy of my sephora points.

This week I was thinking of a pedicure...

and I just emailed my therapist to see if she had anything tues or wed.

Just realized we live in the same area.  Do you mind giving me the name of your therapist?
Thank you and good luck~

When it rains it pours!  Yikes, just one of those would be plenty.  I feel for you and wish you strength. 

Our youngest is a Senior also.  There's a lot to do with getting ready for college.

Hugs,
Kristi

The therapist is a good idea.  Channel your frustration into exercise.  And handle each stresser, one at a time.  Sending good thoughts your way.

All of these things are huge. In addition to the great advice others have given I would add one thing. You need to deal with each thing as it comes but you may consider which thing bothers you most and get some extra help before that one (in addition to the general help you are seeking now). The other real biggie that I always forget is when it is all done. When you finally finish everything, have a chance to breath a sigh of relief, and look around....... watch out. I can make it through some big things just fine if I really focus; it is what comes after that hits me in unexpected ways. It may not be so for you but at least think about it.

Good luck with all of this, Sue

I am going through the same thing.  BUT I have gained weight.  I started a new job, and my father passed away in February.   I find that I am in an eating frenzy.  I am eating junk and of course, the BAD food goes right down.  I need a therapist and guess I will start to look for one tomorrow.  I can't stand the one my surgeon uses for the pre-op consults.  Any suggestions for getting back on track?

 Thanks for all the advice and support.

I just feel like a jumble of nerves, but HAVE to keep it together for the sake of my family and co-workers.  

I emailed my therapist to see if she had any openings.  I think maybe going back to therapy once a week or so for the next month or 2 might be a good idea.  

I know the major issue will be my mom.  She triggers much of my eating disorder and we don't always have the best relationship.  I fear that is going to be even harder as she now is sick and we have so much to do.  My goal is to get thru the week,  do what she asks, keep on her and my sister's good sie and make sure my kids enjoy their visit as this will be the last time they see her in her own house...and well just the thought of that makes me cry even now.  I know my brain isn't really processing all that and since I have so much else going on I'm focusing on that instead.  New job/opportunities and dd's graduation are more fun to think about...and stressy too.

I think this week I'm going to clean out my closet...go for a nice LONG walk on the beach, have a pedicure and hopefully go to the therapy.

That's my plan...and NO easter candy!