Self-image daily thread

Lendi · 09-08-2003, 12:20 AM

A few of us thought it might be nice to have a daily thread where we could write down our feelings about our self-image. We'll use the daily thread to write our thoughts about our diseases, our body image and how these impact us in the form of depression. Depression really is a "what came first, the chicken or the egg" type of situation. Do we see so much depression in PCOS individuals because of the direct correlation of PCOS or because we have to deal with PCOS on a daily routine? I know that just about everyone with a chronic illness will suffer from depression at some time.
Although I rarely believe that censorship is necessary, I do request that no-one ever states a negative opinion on another cysters post. We can say what ever we feel about ourselves, that is the purpose, but this really is a thread about ourselves and acknowledgement of others is not the goal. Please, only acknowledge in a very positive way or read the post and go on.
I thought we could call it the Daily Balloon. The theory being that, just like a balloon, we state a feelings and let it go.
I will try to open the thread every morning. But, because of my disease, I don't always make it to a computer early in the morning or even every day at times. So, please feel free to start the thread if it hasn't been started.
Let it out! Say what you feel, remembering that your feelings are always, always valid, if not necessarily true. Yup, I know there are always some great things that can be said about everyone

Lizzywic · 09-08-2003, 01:05 PM

Lendi,
I think it's an AWESOME idea. Having suffered from clinical depression for most of my adult life, writing things down, adn just having folks listen is alot of help..at least for me. Also, i'ts like saying it "outloud"..and that clears the mind..and lets you look at your feelings from the outside..instead of from the inside where they hurt more

Thanks!

lilithann · 09-08-2003, 02:19 PM

Lendi,
I think that is a great idea. Writing down our feelings is the best way to express. It is kind of like free therapy. I am so glad that I found this site.

Lilith Ann

cyster_sista_annie · 09-10-2003, 01:16 AM

Fantastic idea. I am having a self image crisis today when I got my passport photo done! agghh! Awful!
On the whole I feel abandoned with this illness. Alone in my world and singled out. I hate it. But I am not going to let it win.
Annie

Ms_Peaches_01 · 09-11-2003, 10:12 PM

Great idea Lendi..

I'm having self image issues today. I feel like I'm the fattest, most disproportionate 5'0" 200 pound circus freak on earth. I didn't go to the gym and jog 2 miles either.. I just didn't have the energy.

The good news is that tomorrow is a new day and I will feel better.

daculadawg1 · 09-15-2003, 10:21 AM

hi everyone, i agree with all of you today, i'm having a image issue today also. i'm going to see the gastroenterologist. my stomach is burning very bad. i have reflux but this is hurting worse than that. but hopefully its not anything serious. i'll talk to ya later.

Cristy · 10-08-2003, 12:26 AM

I'm having a bad self-image day today. I just feel like I always have to work so hard to look nice and it's getting to me. All the shaving and plucking is really bugging me. It's getting hot now and I hate summer clothing. I love winter because I don't have to worry so much about the hair.

I feel like i'm not worthy of my Df's love.

This is a good idea

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Efiefi · 10-08-2003, 06:47 PM

I think this is a wonderful idea! Today I feel like I am hairy and fat, but I feel that I will be able to change the fat thing. (started a new diet and am hoping) So I'm a little negative and a little positive today. =0) I feel like Cristy too I feel like I always have to work to look nice! Argh!

Talk to ya'll later, Looking forward to being a part of this!

alaskaflygirl · 10-09-2003, 01:55 PM

My body image has been suffering, although those around me tell me they can't see why I'm so insecure about my looks. Despite leading a healthier lifestyle than ever before, I've gained 11 pounds in the past 3 weeks, and for someone who's normally slender (5'7", 125 pounds), it's a big deal. I feel unattractive, and no matter how much I tell myself that I'm being superficial about the issue, I only have spurts where I feel truly sexy and confident about my looks.

Efiefi · 10-09-2003, 03:04 PM

Today my self image is good. I finally fit into a size 16 (sure I had to lay on the bed to zip them up but it still counts right?

) So while I still don't feel pretty... I feel pretty good about myself.

sunnieflower · 10-14-2003, 04:05 PM

I'm having an icky self image day but that's almost every day. I'm depressed. I hate my job, my body, I want a baby even though we're not ttc yet that worries me... I'm lucky my hubby is good to me.

Efiefi · 10-15-2003, 01:23 PM

I can't understand why more people aren't posting here! This is a great idea... Today I feel decent. Not good not bad just in the middle. LOL Not bad for me. I used to have really serious probs with depression and still have mild depressive symptoms sometimes. I hope everyone else is feeling ok. Remember you are beautiful! =0)

KatCarney · 10-15-2003, 01:38 PM

This is an AWESOME idea!!!!!!

I hope more members start posting!!

Kat

slhightower · 10-15-2003, 01:47 PM

Well I'm in one of those inbetween moods. AF visited last (first time since June), so that was a happy surprise. But with that comes the bloated beached whale feeling. Oh well, nothings perfect I guess! I just wish I could go home, put on comfy cloths (get out of these work clothes) and lay around until this passes!

sunnieflower · 10-16-2003, 12:22 PM

AF is leaving town slowly but surely SO glad! !!!! I'm okay today I just wish the ridiculous appetite would go away!