Starting Whole30 - 2/5/15 - Ate my way through grief

[pesmith929]

I talked a Whole30 twice in 2013 and did very well---losing 30 pounds, many inches, gaining tons of energy and a myriad of other wonderful things. 11/30/13 I lost my husband suddenly and basically lost myself as well. I've been floating around like a bobber on the sea eating my way through grief and popping pills to sleep (if I ever sleep) and stay even during the day. Depression has me in its grip so I need to do a clean slate and get rid of everything yucky and let the Whole30  help me with the things I can control----getting rid of the crutch of bad food, poor sleep, no energy and depression. 

 

I didn't want to connect with anyone earlier this year on hear as I didn't want to connect with anyone----in person or online. I went in to "hermit" mode and just didn't want to deal with things. I know have a new grandson and my son and his daughter-in-law have allowed me to take him on as a full-time charge when my daughter-in-law goes back to teach on March 9th. I think that gives me a great opportunity to get myself together and ready to enjoy that new life.

 

I will never get over the loss of my husband but it is something I have to learn to deal with---avoiding it hasn't done a thing for me in the last year.

[Carrots&Blueberries]

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss and how hard this last year has been.

Welcome back, and best of luck with this next stage. And congratulations on your grandson! How wonderful for both of you that you'll be so much part of his life.

[angledge]

pesmith929, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope doing another Whole30 is a step on your journey to renewed happiness. I think your husband would be proud of you.