Today has been a good day, even though I've not left the house.
I am now officially an Avon Sales Leader and I have a date with a gorgeous tattooed man coming up!
I also have an appointment sorted with my GP to get my anti-depressants changed. I think my body has gotten used to the ones I'm on now. Boo-hiss!
Anyway, this job! i'm so glad I've found something that will still leave me with time to do my own things. Blogging, baking, sewing and a new addition to the list... Writing a book! It may take a good while for me to properly get it started, but I will do this!
Right, I have work to get on with! I hope you're all having a lovely weekend.
- Beardy x
Sunday 29 May 2011
Wednesday 25 May 2011
My head is all confused..
Today has been majorly odd. I'm not completely sure how I feel about it all.
Let's hope everything pans out.
- Beardy x
Let's hope everything pans out.
- Beardy x
Tuesday 24 May 2011
Going backwards?
Today, I went out with a friend for a little shopping trip and a girly lunch. It was lovely to do something other than sitting at home, applying for jobs. Or, just going to the pub. So, why do I feel so down?
I thought my anti-depressants were really working, but the last few months I've felt so empty. Even worthless. Exactly how I felt before I went on the medication. Not sure I can cope living like this anymore - waking up everyday, feeling as though I have nothing to look forward to.
I'm trying so hard to find a job, something that will give me meaning - a reason to be. Maybe once I finally manage that, everything will fall into place?
I thought my anti-depressants were really working, but the last few months I've felt so empty. Even worthless. Exactly how I felt before I went on the medication. Not sure I can cope living like this anymore - waking up everyday, feeling as though I have nothing to look forward to.
I'm trying so hard to find a job, something that will give me meaning - a reason to be. Maybe once I finally manage that, everything will fall into place?
Saturday 19 March 2011
Weightloss
I think there were many factors in my weightloss..
In September 2010, I weighed just over 15 stone and was a size 18/20. I now weigh just over 12 and am a 12/14/16. I think the main cause for this was being put on Dianette. I went on the pill, (not Dianette, the name escapes me..), when I was 14 and went from a size 20 to a 14 in a matter of weeks. The same has happened this time. I don't know why, I guess the balance of hormones does something?
Anyway, along with that, my relationship broke ended, (we're still close friends, panic not), I finally went to see my GP about my constant depression and decided to get my behind in gear and started exercising!
I have also cut out caffeine, all fizzy drinks and the only milk I have is skimmed and in my cereal.
The exercise now only happens when I can be bothered, but I do try and do half an hour on the exercise bike at least once a day. Everything I eat is healthy, minus the muffins I bake - but even they're low in sugar! I also swear by peppermint tea. It's amazing for digestion and I think it's done something to kick start my metabolism. Drinking it constantly, however, does give you a fair bit of wind!!
I must say, losing the weight has helped me with my confidence. I feel more like myself than I ever have.
I'd say I had more energy, but that'd be a lie. I think that's partly down to my depression too though. Once I do finally get going, theres no stopping me! But, it's the getting going I seem to have a slight problem with!
My tips, minus the Dianette are:
1. Exercise for at least half an hour a day.
I find cardio helps the most. I tend to try and push myself an extra five minutes a time. If your heart rate hasn't increased, you're not doing enough!
- You can pick-up exercise bikes super cheap on eBay or even on a Freecycle page!
2. Eat smaller portions, regularly.For years, I skipped breakfast. Now however, I can't do anything without a bowl of sultana bran or Special K berries! Trust me, it really does help! I rarely snack anymore and if I do, it's fruit. Energy food is where it's at, ladies!
3. Cutting down on alcohol.Since being put on anti-depressant, I've had no choice but to lower my alcohol intake. I shouldn't drink at all, but sharing a bottle of red with the girls, every once in a while, won't kill me! But yes, I no longer binge on cider when I go out. It's done wonders for my waistline!
4. Don't let it rule your life.No matter how much you want to lose weight, treat yourself to a chocolate bar or a meal out with friends every now and then! It weightloss becomes the be all and end all, you'll start to get bored and fail.
I really hope this has helped, even if only a small amount.
If you have any questions, please, ask away! And don't forget, my e-mail address is over there >>>
Beardy x
In September 2010, I weighed just over 15 stone and was a size 18/20. I now weigh just over 12 and am a 12/14/16. I think the main cause for this was being put on Dianette. I went on the pill, (not Dianette, the name escapes me..), when I was 14 and went from a size 20 to a 14 in a matter of weeks. The same has happened this time. I don't know why, I guess the balance of hormones does something?
Anyway, along with that, my relationship broke ended, (we're still close friends, panic not), I finally went to see my GP about my constant depression and decided to get my behind in gear and started exercising!
I have also cut out caffeine, all fizzy drinks and the only milk I have is skimmed and in my cereal.
The exercise now only happens when I can be bothered, but I do try and do half an hour on the exercise bike at least once a day. Everything I eat is healthy, minus the muffins I bake - but even they're low in sugar! I also swear by peppermint tea. It's amazing for digestion and I think it's done something to kick start my metabolism. Drinking it constantly, however, does give you a fair bit of wind!!
I must say, losing the weight has helped me with my confidence. I feel more like myself than I ever have.
I'd say I had more energy, but that'd be a lie. I think that's partly down to my depression too though. Once I do finally get going, theres no stopping me! But, it's the getting going I seem to have a slight problem with!
My tips, minus the Dianette are:
1. Exercise for at least half an hour a day.
I find cardio helps the most. I tend to try and push myself an extra five minutes a time. If your heart rate hasn't increased, you're not doing enough!
- You can pick-up exercise bikes super cheap on eBay or even on a Freecycle page!
2. Eat smaller portions, regularly.For years, I skipped breakfast. Now however, I can't do anything without a bowl of sultana bran or Special K berries! Trust me, it really does help! I rarely snack anymore and if I do, it's fruit. Energy food is where it's at, ladies!
3. Cutting down on alcohol.Since being put on anti-depressant, I've had no choice but to lower my alcohol intake. I shouldn't drink at all, but sharing a bottle of red with the girls, every once in a while, won't kill me! But yes, I no longer binge on cider when I go out. It's done wonders for my waistline!
4. Don't let it rule your life.No matter how much you want to lose weight, treat yourself to a chocolate bar or a meal out with friends every now and then! It weightloss becomes the be all and end all, you'll start to get bored and fail.
I really hope this has helped, even if only a small amount.
If you have any questions, please, ask away! And don't forget, my e-mail address is over there >>>
Beardy x
Thursday 17 March 2011
One small step..
I did two posts yesterday, but neither wanted to save. *huff*
Anyway, yesterday I had a doctors appointment. Seeing as the surgery is only a 10 minuite walk, I decided on minimal make-up - which is something I rarely do! Then, I thought.. Sod it, the re-growth on my face isn't bad enough to bother shaving it. (I like to leave it to grow if I'm not going anywhere, to let my skin recover).
So yes! I left the house with slight stuble and minimal make-up!
I'm not sure how many of you get the facial hair, but it was a massive deal for me. I've been shaving my face, almost daily, for almost seven years.
Talking of facial hair - Would anyone be interested in a post about my hair removal and skin care routine? I manage to keep my skin in pretty good condition.
Beardy x
Anyway, yesterday I had a doctors appointment. Seeing as the surgery is only a 10 minuite walk, I decided on minimal make-up - which is something I rarely do! Then, I thought.. Sod it, the re-growth on my face isn't bad enough to bother shaving it. (I like to leave it to grow if I'm not going anywhere, to let my skin recover).
So yes! I left the house with slight stuble and minimal make-up!
I'm not sure how many of you get the facial hair, but it was a massive deal for me. I've been shaving my face, almost daily, for almost seven years.
Talking of facial hair - Would anyone be interested in a post about my hair removal and skin care routine? I manage to keep my skin in pretty good condition.
Beardy x
Thursday 10 March 2011
Determind!
After being a massive blog failure, I'm more determind than ever to keep this up!
So, at least once a week - I shall update, instead of the once a day that I had originally intended on.
Started on the Vaniqa cream yesterday! I shall keep you posted!
Beardy x
So, at least once a week - I shall update, instead of the once a day that I had originally intended on.
Started on the Vaniqa cream yesterday! I shall keep you posted!
Beardy x
Tuesday 19 October 2010
OH, also..
I forgot this little bit. I meant to include it in my consultant post..
The nurse who showed me to the room - as she walked me back to the waiting room, she told me that she also has PCOS and that she gets really upset about the constant shaving. It threw me a little bit. I love that having this horrid condition connects women. (Also, I think I was a tad shocked that someone in the medical profession has it! As if working in that field stops it.. Ha!)
Is it odd, that everytime another woman tells me she also has the condition, I feel a little bit better?
I know I tell you that you're not alone, but I know that we all have times when we really feel as though we are.
Keep smiling ladies.
B x
The nurse who showed me to the room - as she walked me back to the waiting room, she told me that she also has PCOS and that she gets really upset about the constant shaving. It threw me a little bit. I love that having this horrid condition connects women. (Also, I think I was a tad shocked that someone in the medical profession has it! As if working in that field stops it.. Ha!)
Is it odd, that everytime another woman tells me she also has the condition, I feel a little bit better?
I know I tell you that you're not alone, but I know that we all have times when we really feel as though we are.
Keep smiling ladies.
B x
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