Due to stress, work, and depression, I have become lazy with my life. I just stopped doing and caring.

Today, I start over. I'll measure out my portions, and I will go for a walk after work. Tomorrow I will go back to the gym and continue to do so three times a week, walking on the days I have no gym. I have lost 70lbs since April and I want to lose 30 more by December! I can do it! I just need to break from this depression!!

Welcome back! You can do this!

You can totally do it, and perhaps the walking and gym will help your depression, too. Natural endorphines can do amazing things for one's moods and overall outlook on life.

We believe in you

When I'm depressed taking it out in the gym helps a lot ! You can do this. Congrats on your weight loss so far !

I can completely relate to your depression and need to "start over". You see, I had my band done in Feb 2008. I was on a good track of losing that first 5 weeks and then my 17 year old son died. He was physically handicapped and I had the procedure to try and become healthier so I would be able to care for him. I tried for awhile after that but then gave up and had all the fluid removed from my band. i have not stopped gaining weight since having the fluid removed. I have made it to the point in my life, I realized that it is time NOW for me to start over. I made an appt with my surgeon, and will go in on the 10th of October to have the fluid put back in my band. I know it will be a difficult journey for me, but that I CAN DO IT.....Hang in there all my lap band buddies...YES WE CAN!!!

Here's to a new start! good luck to you!

Good luck:)

You have come back strong and thats awesome! Best wishes