Weight Loss Diary 2017 - Goal 1-0-5

Cate said:
I'm glad you sound a bit better, Misty. What a bummer about the wig. A really good wig would be so good for you.
Sending you a hug in case you might feel like one :grouphug:
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Thanks Cate, sending you lots of love too!

My energy is slowly getting better, thankfully. I imagine it will take a few more weeks to be 100%.

Re: wig, I am talking to someone on Monday who has a wig salon and is selling wigs online. It is much more pricier but I figure if I wear one, I may as enjoy it. I am also considering tape extensions, they stay on your head for 1-2 months & then need replacement. I will need to get them done professionally, so will need to wait for salons to open again. Probably a month or two of a wait, also depending on how busy salons will be post-quarantine.

I'm still praying and hoping I get better, that whatever triggered my hair to shed just disappears, but I have been facing the reality for 3 years and need to move on to keep my sanity. It's crazy to think before 3 years ago I was "normal". Who knows, maybe one day I will get there.

Re: weight, so because I have been moving wayyyyy less than I used to, it's been on the heavier side. I have gained 2lbs in quarantine. I'm going to try to do some home aerobics today or go out for a short walk. Whatever I feel like as long as there is some movement.

I am planning to visit my parents next week as well. I haven't seen them in a while.

CW: 113.8 lbs
 
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I'm so glad your energy levels are getting better, Misty.
Can the wig you bought be altered so that you like it more. Is it the style or does it just not look real? I would be worried that buying one online, especially an expensive one would be as risky.
Gaining 2 lbs is not bad considering all the stress everyone is under. You will soon get rid of that. Hope you get to go for a walk outside xo
 
Cate said:
I'm so glad your energy levels are getting better, Misty.
Can the wig you bought be altered so that you like it more. Is it the style or does it just not look real? I would be worried that buying one online, especially an expensive one would be as risky.
Gaining 2 lbs is not bad considering all the stress everyone is under. You will soon get rid of that. Hope you get to go for a walk outside xo
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Hi Cate, so the lady I am talking to on Monday, I am asking her all these questions. She said worst case they can customize the wig colour if it does not suit me. The style I'm picking is pretty basic, straight hair, no bangs. I am going to ask about the return policy regardless. It's temporary though if I don't love it, I feel tape extensions may be my best bet from what I am reading online, but those are a waiting game right now.
 
I miscounted it seems...

Day 53 of 116

Almost two months of this protocol.

Improving:
- Fatigue slowly improving - not where I want it to be but slowly getting there (as long as I get 12 hours of sleep at night)
- Digestion, gastritis has not bothered me for a couple of days now

Not improving (thyroid symptoms)
- Hair loss / no regrowth
- Brittle nails
- Cold hands+feet
- Dark circles under eyes

I started cleaning up my diet again, no chips or cookies or diet soft drinks. I have been binging on them for two weeks and it was time to give them up. I hope I can stick it through.

I took a short walk outside today. It is so strange at night, I do not feel safe at all walking outside so I will have to time my walks for earlier in the evening.

I put in my order for my wig today. I am also really looking forward to getting a consult on tape-in extensions in a month or two.

I'm a bit worried about people's judgement but I feel once I get used to wearing alternate hair, I won't feel as scared. It took me a really long time to come around to these solutions and I feel that is a huge step. I don't want to feel hostage to my body. I want to work with it. I want to heal it.

I am not fighting my energy anymore, and it feels good. Things are going at a much slower pace but as I said, I am trying to work with my body.

CW: 113.6lbs
 
aiminglow said:
These are real words to ponder. Thanks - and best wishes for ditching the damaging chips and cookies etc, especially for walking before dark, at a time you feel safe.
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Thanks so much, @aiminglow. Yeah, I really do feel hostage to it. My life has been semi-quarantine mode for a long time now. Obviously now it's a bit worse but yeah, just getting tired of not living in the moment.
 
My sleep schedule is still pretty irregular but I've just accepted it for now. When my body needs rest, I let it rest. I also felt really depressed the past two days (leading up to period), and had a good cry.

I've started taking short walks outside and they wear me out. So energy is not where it needs to be but I believe I will get there.

I caught up with a coworker yesterday and it was nice talking to someone. Everyone is going crazy with quarantine. We both feel it will extend till the end of June. I am not sure how they plan to open the city up, it will be in phases. Offices fall in the latter phase.

Slowly cleaning up diet, also was reading about how cell receptivity to thyroid hormone is related to insulin issues. I was so focused on the liver than I forgot I had insulin issues due to PCOS. I also have a second opinion on my health + diet with a lady on May 14th, I couldn't get her earlier, but I figured since this is a long-term game anyways, I will just take the opp. Also to put my mind at ease. There is a lot of conflicting information on how to eat, vegan, paleo, keto etc. I have not figured out how to eat for my hormone issues. It seems everyone says something different. I know how to eat for weight loss (it's all calorie based) but eating for hormones is different, it's not the calories but the type of calorie. The quality and macronutrients all matter, so it will be good to chat with this lady on the 14th.

I'm thinking of swinging by my parents this week still.

Oh, did something stupid also. Threw my bedsheets in the washer and my TV remote too :/ By mistake. Remote was wrapped up between sheets. Needless to say....remote doesn't work.. cannot access TV any other way...lol, takes 1-2 weeks for a replacement so just waiting on that. Allows me to focus on being productive anyways.

I'm struggling with motivation to do things but taking baby steps. Reviewed a few more job hunt modules today and am cleaning up resume + cover letter. Passively looking at jobs on LinkedIn. With energy getting better, will take more active role.

Also purchased some self development training to review during downtime.

My coworker asked if I'm dating. Definitely not in the emotional + physical state to date but let's see how things are when June rolls around.
 
:( Rats! about the remote control. But catching up with a co-worker sounds like it was a boost - and having the May 14th appointment to get another opinion about things.
The never-ending cascade of conflicting opinions about nutrition, let alone nutrition for special conditions... I'm with you on that, about how overwhelming it can be! Here's hoping that things get clearer on the 14th! :)
 
That is a shame about the remote. Good luck with the job hunt, hon.
I really, really hope you start to feel more energetic & healthy soon xoxo
 
Sorry about your remote, but its a good story!

If you can visit your parents you should. Good for you and for them.

Will it take a month or two to get the wig?

Hope your energy comes up soon.
 
aiminglow said:
:( Rats! about the remote control. But catching up with a co-worker sounds like it was a boost - and having the May 14th appointment to get another opinion about things.
The never-ending cascade of conflicting opinions about nutrition, let alone nutrition for special conditions... I'm with you on that, about how overwhelming it can be! Here's hoping that things get clearer on the 14th! :)
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It is pretty overwhelming! It seems there is a contradiction for everything. @aiminglow what is your diary link? I was hoping to follow you!
 
alligatorob said:
Sorry about your remote, but its a good story!

If you can visit your parents you should. Good for you and for them.

Will it take a month or two to get the wig?

Hope your energy comes up soon.
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Hey Rob! Yep, seeing them tomorrow after a doctors update appointment and therapy session. Thank you <3
 
Today the lady from insurance called me to see if my sick leave needs to be extended. I told her I was talking to the doctor tomorrow and will see if I can extend by 3 extra weeks. They need a doctor's note to confirm extension of leave.

I've spent the day in bed today for the most part, being on the rag is not fun. But because I am on the pill, my period is lighter and shorter than it would be typically. So I cannot complain, just additional exhaustion.

The good thing about my TV not working is that it has allowed me to write more today and do a few productive things for sure. I did some more health research, talked to a few people via text/instagram/phone and am now going to work on my resume. Blessing in disguise in a way.

I feel a bit better mentally than a few days ago.
 
Starting my third month of my protocol today. I don't know where the past two months went. They literally flew by. I am really hoping I see a difference this month with the protocol. There was minimum impact the last two months and while I know I am taking vitamins and they are good for my body, I would also like to see the end result that was intended. Or some progress.

Also, I am going back to a more or less diabetic diet, paleo style, as of yesterday I started. It worked for me last year so hoping to lose the last 10lbs that way this year. More so I am concerned about my insulin and blood sugar. The pill decreases insulin sensitivity, which is why I held off on it for the longest time.
 
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Cate said:
They are just not worth wasting any energy over. Where you see one lot of spam there are probably about 10 that don't get to see the light in the forum as they get " quarantined" before becoming visible. Best ignored & definitely not quoted as it repeats their rubbish.
We have much more interesting stuff to talk about :D Like us :grouphug:
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lmao! we are definitely more interesting. <3
 
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