What is my deal and how do I fix it

Question

What the heck is happening to me. I have a great family and everyone is healthy and happy. Except me. I got a job offer today, but the money was too low and I can't take a pay cut. So I am back to my dead end career with annoying people, one of which hates me. I am tired all the time. I feel like I have nothing to look forward to, even though I should be looking forward to seeing my one-year old take her first steps. I am already on zoloft for anxiety. I eat until I am so stuffed that I am uncomfortable. I have no energy. Not getting this job is a big deal to me, I feel like it's the straw breaking me. Also, I am already on thyroid meds and had blood work so it doesn't seem health related. I can never keep up with the household, groceries and cooking especially. I am addicted to diet pop. I have gained 5# in the last month. What is my deal and what can I do??

3-19-1975

Answer 1

Get a hobby and start making your meals on smaller plates to help you not eat as much. You need to get out, maybe with your daughter? Try to enjoy life, you sound really down. Drugs are not the solutions, try gettting out more. There are lots to do that are free! GL!

Answer 2

This is just my guess:  You are going through many changes.  You very well could be pre-menopausal which makes your hormones go crazy.  Even though you are on a thyroid med, your thyroid could be off kilter.  You need to have it checked and your TSH needs to be at a level where you are not tired all the time.  For me, it's around 2.0.  Some doctors will allow you to be up as high as 5.0 and they will tell you, you are in range.  If you have problems with this:  see an endocrinologist.  Thyroid and depression can go hand in hand.  You may think I'm crazy about being pre-menopausal, however for some people it begins in their 30's.  Find a doctor that listens to you.  

Answer 3

I believe you are depressed.  There are a lot of things you can do for depression.  It appears the Zoloft isn't working for you.  Talk with your Dr. about that.  It's not uncommon for medications in that realm to not work, or quit working effectively.

Try to get some more exercise.  The extra activity helps release endorphins, your body's natural "feel good" chemical.  That will help a lot.  Try to get 10 to 30 minutes of sunlight a day.  Find things you enjoy, music, lighting candles, reading a good book while taking a bubble bath, etc.  You may be able to lift yourself out of this slump fairly quickly.

I wish you the very best!  I've felt like you are feeling right now.  It will get better.  Try to be positive, even though it's difficult for you to right now.

Take care

Answer 4

First follow the advice of smithmar [ the above answer ] to the dot especially when she or he says that thyroid problem can go hand in hand with depression [ I have thyroid problem ] but astrologically speaking I have some very news for you . Starting January 2009  your health will start to improve and your personal projects will go through very easily ; it will be almost hard to believe ; and in 2 yrs from now you can have another child [ Talking about child ; are you sure its not a post part um depression ; plus of course your thyroid who sent you on a depression ] because I have a hard time to believe that you are pre menopausal and about your pop cut it completely ; because you are harming your thyroid ; also go on internet and search for thyroid gland ; they will tell you what to eat and what you should avoid ; yes food affect our thyroid ; but like I said next year your health and personal project will be good