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Hi Johnny.  I kind of like being alone.  The popular movies and TV shows portray that as sad or wrong, but some of us just need more time alone.  I personally don't  think your body weight/size matters.  You are an emotional man regardless, which is a gift and a curse at the same time.
 
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Welcome Johnny,

First of all congratulations on loving 250 lbs! That's an incredible achievement! How were you able to reach that goal?

I am sorry you have been dealing with depression and loneliness for so long. It sounds like you have been coping as best you can despite this. Coming here for support is a great step forward. This program is based on Cognitive Behaivour Therapy which is the gold standard treatment for Depression. Many members also use medication and counselling alongside this program. Have you had a chance to get started on the program? Any questions so far?


Ashley, Health Educator
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Hi, although I've been in relationships, all of them failed ones, I understand exactly what you are talking about. I feel alone, use humour to cope, eat way too much (sometimes as self-harm), and have probably been depressed since I was a very young child. You are not alone... none of us are. There is lots of support here and all around you. I've been high functioning bi-polar for so many years. I'm only now realizing the impact it's made in my life. My family doesn't get it, my friends just see the fun me, and my coworkers see the work version of myself.  Journaling has helped me a lot, even having a creative outlet. I hope you feel proud of yourself for losing the weight, that couldn't have been easy. I hope you continue your journey peacefully :)
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I am 43 year old male that rarely had any friends. I have never been with a woman or had even had a date with one. I spent most of my life alone other than my parents. I have gained much weight in the past but lost a good 250lb. I struggle to feel happy or find happiness in things. I use humor as a copping mechanism with the people I work with. I am highly emotional and believe I been in life long depression. I see no future of not being lonely.Food was a mechanism to deal with the pain.

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