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Originally Posted by Mr.NorthSouth  Must I consign myself to a life with a depressed, unhealthy woman who will probably die young just as her mother did? |
No.
For starters, I commend you for looking for ways to help your wife!!
Have you spoken with your doctor about getting a referral for YOU to speak to a professional about how to best approach your wife? Living with someone who is resentful and depressed can also take a toll on you, and sometimes 'scramble' the best attempts to communicate.
If your wife is dealing with depression, talking with a professional about it, might help her, too. Just make sure it's one who understands the connections between pcos and depression.
Another thing about 'diet'. If this is a sore spot, how would she react to your wanting the BOTH of you to start a regular exercise program in the New Year? Something that you do together 5-6 days a week.
In many people, the regular structure of an exercise program, combined with the physical benefits are enough to naturally and intuitively make positive changes in the diet area - without all of the 'angst' that comes from dieting.
Maybe make the goal of working out a 5k walk that is 3 months from now (as opposed to 'pounds lost').
hth.
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