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OT: feeling sad and fat

Sona

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I have gained a few lbs from depression meds, am very behind in studying, too tired to study on days I work and generally feeling bad about myself. I would love to exercise but still too tired from med issues ( thyroid, anemia) to work out. I have been posting more wiw's to try and keep myself upbeat. Just needing some ylf love.

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K. Period.

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*MWAH* Kisses and big hugs to you. You are a lovely person, inside and out.

Transcona Shannon

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Sona - I wish I could wrap my arms around you right now and give you a big ol' hug. You have been through an awful lot in the past 6 months. Allow yourself time to breathe and rest.

KathyL

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Oh Sona, I'm so sorry you're feeling down. You are a beautiful person inside and out. Sending you many hugs and positive thoughts.

Anonymous

Well, Sona, I think you are doing amazing considering all that is on your plate. It's enough to just keep going at the moment, let alone worry about trying to exercise on top of it, especially with a demanding career PLUS having to study to recert!

You rock, and you always look like you, which is so nice to see.

san

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Sona you are so amazing and you have so much responsibility and work so hard it's no wonder you are tired! Give yourself time to rest and refresh.

qpswan

You would think that med to make us happier wouldn't make us fatter...somehow, it just doesn't make sense.

Sorry that you are overwhelmed. It seems to be a chronic condition for many women these days. I prescribe new lipstick, tea and TV.

We are all on your side. Hugs.

Carole

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Big hug, Sona. Hoping you are feeling better and rested soon. Take good care of yourself!!!

bj1111

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lots and lots of ylf love.

you inspire me with your perseverance.

Deborah

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Sona, sending you a huge hug and please don't be too hard on yourself. And darling from your WIW's I would never know that you are feeling that way, cos you are looking gorgeous.

nancylee

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Sending you a big hug, Sona, and lots of love. Be good to yourself during this time. You deserve it. All will be well in time.

goldenpig

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Sona, big hug--please don't be so hard on yourself. You have been through so much and need to give yourself some time to relax and refresh. You always look radiant in your WIW's even if you aren't feeling it. Hope you start to feel better soon!

Kate

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Here's another hug for you, Sona. You've had a lot going on. Just take care of the priorities and let the rest sort itself out. BTW, when I saw the picture you posted recently with you wearing the black dress belted at the waistline, my first thought was how gorgeous you looked, and how tiny.

Suz

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Sona, big hugs. You are always, always beautiful.

Anonymous

Hang in there Sona. Sending lots of hugs.

Diana

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(((Hugs))) You have been through a lot lately, Sona, so please don't be too hard on yourself. And you have been looking great lately too if your WIWs are anything to go by.

Thistle

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Sending YLF support and good vibes your way. You are beautiful inside and out. Be gentle with yourself, and as tolerant and patient with yourself as you are to others.

celia

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Lots of hugs Sona.
I saw your WIW this morning and you looked fantastic. Don't be too hard on yourself and give your body some time to recover.

merwoman

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You do know that you are incredibly beautiful inside and out. And intelligent, fun, sexy to boot! You have a lot on your plate, and are pulled in so many directions - but take it easy - 1 step at a time. You will make it through.

missvee

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Well, look, you just have to do what you can. You're a wife, a mother, and a health professional. That's a big load for anyone, let alone someone who has some health issues too. Can you cut back on your workload for a while to give yourself some extra time to study and to recuperate? Try to put your own needs to the head of the line if you can. But please don't stop posting your WIWs - you always look so lovely and your pics are such a treat for us to see

Caro in Oz

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Hang in there, this too shall pass.

I love all the Hindu Temples in Bali - they are so peaceful & calm after the hustle & bustle of the streets.

Kyle

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Reading your post made me feel better during a time that I feel a bit overwhelmed myself, so thank you. This too shall pass, Sona. I believe tomorrow will be a better day! Please take time to take care of yourself.

Nadya

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Sending you hugs! Remember those few pounds don't matter to those who love you, or our patients. They, like us, just want you to feel better! Can you arrange some extra TLC while you've also got the burden of studying for your boards? A facial or massage maybe?

JulieJohn

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I have gained about 10 lbs in the last 3 months from meds myself. It's not a great look on a short girl like me. My husband keeps telling me I look HOT, and he makes the word sound hot too, so he's helping a lot. But some days, especially when my favorite clothes no longer fit, it really gets to me. So I can relate, dear person.

I'm so sorry things are hard right now. We humans certainly have our down times, Ganesha knows. Just think, he wouldn't have anything to do if there were no obstacles for us. You wouldn't want to put the poor guy out of a job, would you? (just playing)

Anonymous

Oh, I'm so sorry you are feeling sad and fat! That's the worst. Just know that you look neither sad nor fat in your recent WIW, but I so understand the *feeling*. Sometimes it can be irrational, and nobody can tell you not to feel what you're feeling (being a woman and all)!

We love you so much Sona, you are generous to a fault, giving to everyone around you and not even wanting to return clothing for fear someone will lose their sales commission. You take care of children, husband, parents and in-laws plus you bring home the bacon--all while studying for important exams, seeing patients, running an office and managing to look fabulous. Sending you big, big YLF hugs! I hope you start feeling better about things really soon. Like right now.

shiny

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I prescribe 108 of these for you...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmM7mfFAj-k

And a fabulous pair of jeans that fit your current weight.

As for exercise, I know.. you're supposed to do it. But, I figure.. your body is telling you something. Maybe right now resting is what it needs. So rest.

Anonymous

Big hugs! Can you get out on a beautiful day and take a stroll in a pretty place? A bit of nature can be very healing for the soul. You are a beautiful intelligent woman and this will pass.

rae

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I am trying to stay positive myself; I know it can be very hard. Hang in there, ok?? XOXO

BethL

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Hi Sona - I'm sending hugs your way, too, even though you don't really know me yet. I just got one of my meds swapped out today for a new one. Again. My doc and I are feeling pretty confident that this one will do the trick, so I'm thinking positively and moving forward. I know what it's like, though, to gain weight from my meds. Maybe once you're feeling better, you can grt outside and do something easy, like walking. Maybe you could enlist those lovely dogs you were with in those great pictures? I walk a couple of miles, sometimes more, with my dog almost every day, and even though i often don't want to go because I'm too tired or don't feel well, I usually feel better when I'm done. I've really been enjoying your WIWs - you've got a great style and look really great! I hope you keep posting them.

Jaime

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Oh Sona, your posts always resonate with me. I have a small thyroid issue which may or may not be related to my gaining a few pounds. It makes me feel frustrated and out of control even though the people around me don't see it. You look absolutely gorgeous in your WIWs and you have so much to be proud of with your beautiful, brilliant family, still your feelings are your feelings and it is not easy. I hope Ganesh is paying attention!

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