4 Ways To Make Yourself Feel Better, Other Than Eat!

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  Posted by Alexia Fri Jun 12, 2009 2:26pm PDT

  I totally agree. There are so many solutions out there, but that first one that always comes to mind is eating. No wonder most people become obese. Stress also triggers this and what's worse, it can become an eating disorder.

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  Posted by Yrneh Fri Jun 12, 2009 6:50pm PDT

  absolutely agree, many ways to handle problems in life , try spend time to adoration chapel or church to pray, after that you feel lighter and fresh condtion of being, its true enough, most people dealt depression and stress by hanging their self on fatty and unhealthy food which leads to obesity and diseases.

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  Posted by Gwendolyn Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:01pm PDT

  I understand a young person's concern with image and the impact of gaining pounds. However, a retreat into consumerism and narcissism hardly seem like a better alternative. Whatever happened to the old-fashioned, "count your blessings," or turning your attention away from yourself to someone or something that would benefit from your attention and put life into a healthy perspective. Everyone gets the blues, and sometimes spending money or not having horses or friends can seem to be part of the problem.

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  Posted by Lizbeth Sat Jun 13, 2009 1:39pm PDT

  Well said Gwen!

  I keep a Gratitude Journal. It's a journal I started two years ago (after leaving my profession and feeling like a pretty serious failure) I made a vow that I would not wallow in self-pity and instead, pick myself up by my broken little boot straps and acknowledge everything I had done and all the people I love and whatever else I could think of to be grateful for. Whenever I got the urge to be a bum, I wrote in my -positve-only journal, listing all the reasons I had to feel blessed in life.

  I allow myself to dream and grow in the journal, but I don't allow myself to beg, whine or complain about whatever I feel I am lacking at that moment. It helps me to re-focus my energy in a much more helpful and productive way. :)

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  Posted by Eddieslilangel Sat Jun 13, 2009 4:06pm PDT

  if im down, i look at my bible, watch a funny tv show (jackass or something dumb), watch my favorite movies, draw my feelings out, listen to my music, work out(yoga), feed a treat to my dogs (weird, but the feeling of my doing something good for my dogs or someone makes me feel better)or look towards the coast and fantasize about the beach (i especially love to look out during sunset hours!!).

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  Posted by Debbie Sat Jun 13, 2009 9:17pm PDT

  "You are what you eat" is definitely true. Just be sure to drink plenty of water and get adequate sleep and you'll be all set!

  <a href="http://inmodernliving.com/">In Modern Living</a>

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  Posted by Fat Pauly Sun Jun 14, 2009 9:12am PDT

  I agree with some of these I enjoy spending time with my pets also, and sometimes spending money will help me or playing a violent video game. However for me these things only mask the stress, depression, or whatever it is im going through at the time.

  I like the idea of a journal and reminding your self how lucky you are instead of wallowing in self pity. but sometimes its easier said than done.

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  Posted by MIMI Mon Jun 15, 2009 1:04am PDT

  i always listen to music its the best medicine. My favorite feel good playlist always makes me feel like walking on sunshine.

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  Posted by Carolyn Mon Jun 15, 2009 2:45am PDT

  when i have had a bad day the best th@ works 4 me is to write down o my negative feelings n remeber o the happy moments of my life.it works try it n u ll b amazed @ the results.

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  Posted by InLove Mon Jun 15, 2009 6:49am PDT

  I was feeling bummed last night so I did what I always do. Toss my husband out of the bedroom for an hour or so, pour a glass of my favorite wine, play norah jones, and light a few candles. I'll even spray a perfume I like around the room for aromatherapy. Do some girly things like paint your nails or give yourself a pedicure and you'll feel beautiful, relaxed, and sleep like a baby so you wake up refreshed. This is especially important if you are living with a guy because it lets you feel feminine and connected with yourself.

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