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For some people emotions won't set them back, but for me I believe the answer would be yes. I am on Paxil for an anxiety disorder. Before I started getting treated I felt like I had to be in control of everything or I was going to bust. I would eaisly get frustrated and irritated. I wasn't happy with that life. I spoke to my doctor about it and he suggested Paxil. I wasn't thrilled with taking meds, but I tried it because I was sick of living like that. My life has gotten so much better, I am happy and can let things roll off my back and I don't get so worked up over things.
While yes, SSRI's can cause you to gain weight the reason is mostly because it increases your hunger. I haven't had much trouble with it, I have lost 50 lbs in 7 months. (starting at 244).

Thank you to all of you! I am trying really hard and everyday I feel more and more better! Hope all of you are doing well!

so sorry about your dad. my thoughts/prayers to you.

I'm sorry about your dad.. prayers to you and your family.
Also, glad to see ya back. Getting back into the swing of things can be a feat, but you can do it! start at the basics again. Good luck to ya

Sorry to hear about your father. Glad to see you're getting back on track.I was not an exercise person either but I joined a gym with my husband and we both love it and enjoy going almost every day. We push each other. Maybe you can find a push me peron, too.

~hugs~ sorry about your Dads passing ....
Kuddos that your continuing to get healthy.....

My deepest sympathy on the passing of your dad! My dad died 14 yrs ago and I still miss him so. It doesn't hurt like it did, but still miss him.
Glad your climbing back on the wagon, your dad would want you to do that. He's now your angel cheering you on, and we're all here to support you too!
We can do this!

It's these kind of testimonials that keep me so motivated and inspired! Congrats girl...You ARE going to do it!

Well, you're splitting hairs here. Yes, sipping is recommended. Gulping, no. But I can gulp and I'm in the green zone. Too bad you didn't post this sooner. The support group meets at N Suburban in Thornton tonight. Kelly Elliott is the moderator and she's incredible. She's my nutritionist and is the same for 4 doctors.
You don't say when you got filled? Who filled you? Johnell? Call his office in the morning. You may be filled too much.
What foods are hurting you? Getting a fill requires that you learn how to eat with each new fill. It trained me to keep eating smaller and smaller bites and to chew a lot more.
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Thats fantastic!!! Great job girl! Keep up the great work! You are all over it!

Congrats!

Crosses fingers for ya that everything turns out ok for you....and Great job on preparing you got this girl!

Food and hunger have no clue who they are messing with! Kanda will kick butt and take names later. I'm loving that attitude girl! Keep it up and thank you for the motivation!!!!
Dennis

I know you must be sooo disappointed. But I would like to just encourage you not to give up on you. It sounds like you accomplished quite a bit in 2 months. Don't give up. The lap band is a great tool, but you can still make progress especially with your new habits!

oh please don't give up...You are so beautiful. No its not for nothing....Go back. figgure it out.

hey, dont give up...you are this close...

Goal and CG...lighting the fires of inspiration and motivation! You girls rock it everyday and I'm glad to have you as buddies. Getting my butt in gear and taking this day on!

excellent post
its all we can do, baby steps
little steps lead to big changes
i am so proud of you and def one of your supporters my friend

I know the feeling Kanda! I was working out religiously pre surgery but since having the surgery, and the two weeks off for recovery, I've been less than motivated. I'm going to work out tonight, I'll let you know if I've had any success in the motivation department.

Yes that day off in the middle of the week is brutal! I enjoyed the day, but holy crap it messes with the body clock. For some reason I kept thinking today was Friday.
Now go work out before I crack the whip! WHHAAA PPISSSHHH!

Hi there! and congrats on your way to losing weight and on becoming a med student!...I know what you mean I wanted everything I couldn't have but as time went on it did get better...Keep up the great work you got this!

Hello, I too am looking for buddies to talk to, get and give encouragement to. I live in Illinois. My surgery is set for 7-20-12 and I will be off from work 4 - 6 wks depending how fast I bounce back. I have to be 100 % before I come back do to lifting and running around and such. I work in a Hosp Cafe and I am glad I will be home for sometime away from all that food. This way I will be in a routine before going back.
Happy 4th of July!!

When I started this process the psychologist said one of the most important things in this whole journey is to just do something every day. It could be only 5 minutes on the elliptical, or you could run 5 miles. It doesn't really matter just be active above and beyond your normal routine.
I'm doing something 7 days a week. Most days I will jog 3-4 miles. If I don't want to go outside to jog I will hit the treadmill at home and run for 20 minutes (I run 1 minute, jog 1, repeat). Lately I've also added in some workouts with the Kinect.
My husband thinks I'm over-doing it since I never give myself a day off, but it's working so it's hard to stop!

As long as you can keep fluids down and it doesn't hurt you should be ok however if you just don't feel it and don't feel right def get some removed. I had my band too tight once and I couldn't barely get water down....Hope this helps have a great day!

You go girl!!! I managed to get in an hour of laps in the pool and my arms are killing me now...lol!