I remember a doctor I worked for telling a patient. "Just remember there is not an expiration date stamped on the bottom of our foot! Your will and positive outlook has everything to do with you and your health ... You are in the driver's seat!" Loved the video and needed this so very much.
Good job with the weight loss, Cathy! We need to celebrate any wins. I am 66 and could not loss weight despite trying for the past 5 years. After doing some research, I begged my GYN dr. to put me on estrogen replacement therapy. Finally, with diet and exercise, the weight is starting to come off. I don't know how the Canadian doctors feel about HRT, but in the US, it seems like a lot of drs. are lacking in menopausal/ post menopausal medicine. Most of them base their decisions on a flawed study that was done 20 years ago.
8:55 so many of us struggle to accept that the “golden years” can be just as challenging as every part of life. So happy to hear your husband is doing well.
Hi Cathy, You look so fabulous in that blue dress. It’s so fantastic to hear that you have lost so much weight considering what you have been through. That’s what’s called determination. I’m so glad to hear that your husband is doing OK right now. I pray this continues. Take care!
Cathy, your sadness really comes through in this video and that's a good thing. It means you're facing it, processing it, and releasing it. I am so sorry about your husband's diagnosis, but I see how you are so thankful that he's still with you. We have so much in common with each other - from the emotional eating to battling weight most of our adult lives to menopause to husband issues. I am also 56 years old and I get it. I lost my husband in 2011 to a sudden motorcycle accident with a drunk driver. It was horrifying and so shocking and the trauma I think sometimes is still with me. I'm really considering going to talk to someone after all of this time. Thank you for the suggestion and I send you thoughts and prayers for your husband's health and yours.
I'm so sorry for the loss of your husband in such a sudden and tragic accident. I think it's s a great idea to go speak to a professional, it's really freeing and so helpful. Sending you love and hugs! 💖
Thank you so much for this video!! I needed this tremendously ❤️ My husband has terminal cancer, Parkinson’s Disease, PTSD and a TBI. I am very encouraged by your video❤
Congrats Kathy you have passed the halfway mark of weight loss goal! ❤. Oh, and by the way, doctors may know science, but they do not know the human spirit and the human heart. My sister was given three months to live, and she lived almost 4 years. And 4 good years!! But we also know none of us are guaranteed tomorrow.
I loved this video, Cathy! I’m 70 , a cancer survivor dealing with chronic osteoarthritis and osteoarthritis pain. My husband had a stroke several years ago and I have become a caregiver now. It could be worse because he can walk and take care of his personal needs. He has cognitive delays and speech aphasia and is a fall risk. Some days I want to run away, but I try and find humor in every situation and apologize when I lose my temper. ( does your regular doctor know how badly the other doctor treated you) ? I hope you told him.💕
don't feel like you need to explain to any one, ever why you are where you are. You're hard on yourself. I think your weight loss is awesome. And its sustainable because its healthy. losing weight when life gets hard is phenomenal.
Congratulations with your weight loss. This is absolutely fantastic! I really love the way you think. It is so wrong to blame ourselves for decisions taken in the past. We need to love ourselves enough to believe that we made the best choices in a given context that was different at some point. Thank you for being so inspiring ❤
Hi Cathy. I am at home following my open heart surgery. Recovery process is slow and a little difficult but in a few weeks I hope to feel much better. Thank you for this content-excellent!❤
I'm proud of you Kathy...You are a very strong woman and an inspiration to me...I'm on my own weight loss journey and I have had many up's and down's...I did really well for 4 months and lost 21lbs, but the last month I've let myself enjoy more treats than I should have...I haven't gained but not lost...I still don't eat fast food or fries and chips but indulged on chocolate and ice cream...My trigger is my very stressful job...I can't change that fact so coping mechanism has always been junk food...I have cut out rice, pasta and potatoes and limit bread as I'm diabetic and I don't really miss them...I'm still trying for 19 more lbs lost by the end of the year...I will continue to watch your videos as you really do encourage me...Thank you😊
Cathy, you are amazing. I appreciate your honesty, vulnerability and strength. I can so relate to so many things that you touched upon. We are the same age, same city, orphaned. I can really relate to many of the things you talked about in your videos. This one was especially touching and helpful. You give me strength to move forward in this weight loss journey even when times are tough. Thank you.
I can't believe how well you are doing with all the stress on your shoulders! Truly, God is with you. He is holding you up, protecting your heart and mind! God bless you!❤
The people who make rude comments are likely experiencing pain and issues they can't deal with. Tearing others down who are doing well is how they make themselves feel better. But it never lasts. So I feel pity for those people.
hi Kathy, this is the best vid I have watched of you very real & so down to earth , myself was very sick over working ran down & got sick all at once but I pulled through the doctors didn't think I would but here I am , sending all my good thoughts to you & your family 😊🙏
I’m so sorry - I lost my husband to cancer almost 20 years ago when my kids were young. Prayers for you and your husband. ❤ Congrats on your weight loss!
Bless you for sharing so much of this difficult journey you have been on. I understand how stress and worry in the unknown can steal so much joy. My husband passed away in December at the age of 63 with early onset Alzheimer’s. It was a devastating disease that robbed us of everything so I completely understand where you are at in this time, I sent my prayers and my thoughts to you and your family. Thank you for your content. I very much enjoy it.
I was beating myself up with my 30 lb loss in a year as my 110 loss had happened faster and easier. Weightloss is hard and it’s way more mental and what’s happening in your life. Like you I’ve lost it fast put it on and yo-yo’d all my life. The biggest change is not loosing 30-50pound and putting 80 on. We all have our own ways and it’s a learning curve as to what suits you but I firmly believe slimming clubs destroyed my relationship with food. I’m still finding it hard that 30lb and I’ll be at my goal at a 26/28 24 stone I never thought it possible. But I had to change my mindset and that’s what you have done well done chick your doing fabulous.
I admire your attitude, Cathy. I'm glad you found a way to escape for short times. June's Journey helped me, too. I had a community to give me moral support during the Covid lockdown and my husband's illness and death. Now that we are able to meet for worship again, I lean more on my spiritual family. But JJ is still a part of my life, and my "club" still gives emotional support to all of our members. None of us have met, but we feel like "cousins". If you would like to join us, our group is called Eyes Wide Open. May God bless you in YOUR life journey. I appreciate the encouragement you give me. 😊
MRI's are no fun - but.... you can do this, as frightening as it may seem. You are handling situations that few, if any, of us will ever have to deal with. Kudos to you ❤❤❤
I'm so sorry for all your challenges and your husband's illness. Your stress must be terrible. Please continue to talk with friends, focus on self care and eating well when you can, spending time with your family, and being very gentle with yourself. You've made great strides and you've gotten busy living! That beats the alternative 50 times over. Take care and congratulations on the progress you've made. Your positive self talk is a great thing! Sending hugs from Virginia.
You’re doing so well on so many levels, from successful weight loss to dealing with some serious issues. It’s true that you have to live your life and make good memories rather than sit around and wring your hands because the worst may not happen, or may not happen for a long time, and think of all that time wasted with worrying. When I’ve had a loved one in declining health I’ve found it helpful to think that at least they’re OK today, so we’ll make today a good one. I do hope your knee doesn’t require surgery, and can relate to anxiety over an MRI. Been there, done that, and had to do so without any medication because I couldn’t get anyone to go with/drive me. Take the meds, get on the path to recovery 😊
Thanks Patricia! It sounds like my head won't have to go in the machine so that will help, but being I'm short who knows! I just want it over with. Stay cool this long weekend, this heatwave has been unbearable!
@@StyleWithCathy I’m only an inch taller than you but I had an MRI a few years ago for my hip and my head was sticking out from the eyes up. I’m fairly certain your head will be well out of there - wishing you well when the time comes (I had to wait maybe 3 months for mine)!
I'm 75 and I put on 25 lbs in my 30's when he he was sick and died of lung cancer. So I understand stress eating!! I'm claustrophobic and i had to have an MRI on my knee--so I was scared. No problem! Your head doesn't have to be in the MRi machine--the hardest part is holding still--they put headphones on you and pipe in music and that helps. Don't worry it's not scary!! Hugs to you!
Hi Cathy, Congratulations on your 27 pound weight loss! You are more than halfway to your goal. How exciting!! ❤ Yes, stress and the medication I take for RA has slowed down my weight loss. Also...In July I turned 57, and celebrated my anniversary, but I guess I celebrated too much because I gained 4 pounds. August is a new month, and I bought some exercise equipment, weights and Im determined to get back on track. My mantra is Don't give up, and Slow and steady wins the race. We can do this!! Praying that your knee will get better, and if you need surgery, that you will get through it, and recover well. Thank you so much for sharing your life and this journey with us, and I will continue to pray for your husband too.
You need to look into the carnivore diet. I no longer have RA. The knots on my fingers are almost gone. Only the 2 worst ones are left and people don't notice them unless I point them out. The best thing is, I no longer have any pain.
I wish my father had stopped having scans toward the end of his cancer journey. He had also decided to forgo further treatment. Once I reach that point, I will just enjoy each day as it comes. If my affairs are already in order, I’m not going to waste time monitoring the process.
Hi Cathy, you are looking beautiful! Today I felt as if you were speaking to me. Love your contents. Stay well, good wishes of healing to your husband.
Kathy, Thank you for your openness on your weight loss struggle. I made switches years ago and continue forward. I met with my doctor and was honest about wanting to continue and watching my husband lose but I have not. She referred me for some metabolic testing and referred me to a nutritionist. I would not have had the confidence to ask if you had not spoken openly. TY
Thank you for sharing your story Kathy. You are a lovely, strong and inspiring woman and I wish you and your husband all the best. He is fortunate to have you as a life partner.
Cathy, you look marvelous! Being 27 pounds lighter must feel great. Thank you so much for all of your helpful tips and advice. I always feel more optimistic after listening to you.
This is totally relatable I'm on a similar journey right now..... Like they say.... Slow and Steady Wins the Race!!! That really is the key to weight loss and keeping it off. You have done an amazing job! Thank you for sharing your journey.
Insulin resistance. Out of kilter hormones. Sugar addiction. Inflammation. Oxalates, lectins etc. Disturbed sleep. High stress. I found the following healed my body and reduced my weight: ketovore or carnivore diet. High animal fats, good quality animal protein, extremely low carbs, intermittent fasting, no seed oils, good sleep preparedness, stress-reduction techniques.
100%. This is totally true. It's really hard to stick with it, that's the problem. Getting rid of ultra processed food and industrial seed oils and also eliminating snacking is a great start.
@@susanoakeshauf yes, in the beginning especially. I had to add butter to my tea and coffee just to get over the sugar-cravings hump! Thankfully, snacking has become a thing of the past, which still constantly amazes me! 😊
Thank you so much for all of your weight loss advice! I’ve started following your plan and the weight is going down. It’s great how you don’t have to count calories and weigh and measure everything. I’m also in my 50s. 😊
Congrats on losing 27 lbs. and keeping it off. You have been through a lot of stress during your married life. I have 20 lbs. to lose. Seemed I gained it during the pandemic and the final days and afterwards losing my mom, my best friend, in 2021. I’m doing the WW diabetic plan but after tracking meals for so many years I’m just tired of it. I really need to try your method. I enjoy your videos. Prayers for you and your family. ❤️🙏🏻 (I wish doctors would stop telling people how long they have. My dad was given 3 years and went 7.)
i lost 50 lbs during covid era...i hit menopause stuff last year and it came back...i didn't eat differently...it's hormonal...so now i'm starting over...you can't just eat your weight down just like you can't exercise your weight down...have to do both...it sucks because i hate exercise...i started strength training beginning of the year but have had to postpone due to health issues...so...i started walking every day for 20 minutes and still watch what i eat...it's about a lifestyle change...what worked before for me is not going to work as well now so i had to mentally shift to accept my body's changes and work with it and not against it...i'm not a 20 year old ingenue anymore...i'm a 53 year old menopausal woman who has been through some shit ;) congrats on the weight loss! it's significant...you got this!
not to blow up your post with comments ;) but...i recently had an mri because i have large uterine fibroids...i'm scheduled for laparoscopic hysterectomy end of october...the hardest part of my mri was laying still...the hard plastic was uncomfortable but i just closed my eyes and relaxed to the music...i feel like we women don't give ourselves and each other enough grace and understanding...especially as we age...i'm a 53 year old gen x and we learned about our bodies from each other and teen magazines...i feel like we should be sharing our experiences with each other because we gen x have always felt on our own...if we share and support each other...we aren't alone ❤ thanks for sharing
Congratulations on your weight loss! You look great and I love your channel for all the helpful tips and suggestions. I could relate to everything you mentioned in this video and have struggled with all of them. Thank you for your positivity and encouragement. I always feel inspired and empowered after watching your videos.
Don't worry Cathy, if it is a MRI for your knee your upper body doesn't have to go into the machine! Thanks for sharing this. I wish I new my expiration date as I am terrified to just drop dead and leave my dogs behind(yes I am a crazy dog lady). At my age I truly do try to live each day to its' fullest and enjoy the small moments.
Hi Cathy! First of all, I'm glad to hear your husband is doing OK. Secondly, congrats on the 27lb loss! Stress is just the worst thing because it affects every aspect of our lives. My 'go to' stress reliever is to pick up my needle work whether it be knitting, crochet or counted cross stitch. I find that helps me so much. I'll check out the game for sure. Losing weight slowly is the best way to go. I've lost a lot of weight in the last 18 mos. I did plateau for several months but I kept on track and am now seeing the last 30 lbs starting to come off. You'll get there too! Take good care of yourself! Sending good thoughts and prayers for you husband!!
Hi Cathy! I truly can relate to this conversation and your words. This was such a heartfelt vlog, I can see the sincerity. Thank you so much for sharing. I too struggle with eating by going to bed so late and watching RU-vid with a snack. I’m up right now at 3:11 AM (Pacific Time, CA) another sleepless night. Keep up the good job! ✨🌼
great job with this video there's open mri, don't have to be in a tube. ,if available in your area. I felt your hurt of the jerk doctor, I have had one too, and I'm an RN, . I didn't understand being talked down to, even with my husband there, the doctor didn't care how he acted.. I wanted to get a doll of him and stick pins in it., but I acted cultured, sulked and brooded, and went elsewhere, just a sinkhole in life. and time helped heal the hurt. And it took time and several other specialists to get a right diagnosis of my physical problems. good wishes to you
Your husband is one fortunate guy to have a wife like you fighting for him. You are doing so good and you are right to be proud of yourself !!! God loves you …..😊
I started playing June's Journey when I was recovering from back surgery in 2018. In case you haven't played far yet, there are multiple volumes of mysteries - I'm on Volume 7! June has some incredible adventures- I sometimes want to start a second account so I can experience them again. 😊 But it is a very good distraction from the munchies LOL!
Thank you for sharing and being so open about your life. I too have struggled with weight all my life and feel that talking to someone is very helpful. Stress eating has always been a problem and being able to release some of that stress sharing with someone makes it more manageable. You look great and I really enjoy all your videos. 👍
Cathy you are the strongest person, I admire you so much. You are simply fabulous. Your story, what you are going through in your life is right now is so heartbreaking. How do you get up everyday? How do you deal with all the stress? My issue is that I’m an emotional eater. Everyone I see tells me to deal with my stress but no one tells me how? How am I supposed to deal with it??? I cope by eating. What do I replace the eating with??
I deal with my stress as best I can, some days minute by minute. I really try to not focus on the future because that is so overwhelming. I have to keep practicing to stay in the present, it's taken me years and it is not easy. I think after losing my mom last year it was a wake up call that I'm next. You can do it. 💖
Hi Cathy, I have to say you're so practical, wise & have inspired me. I too have been overweight most of my life and would LOVE to lose 20+lbs. So I made an apptmt with an nutritionist to help with my eating portions and habits. Prior to marriage i didn't have a sweet tooth...so obv taking accountability, I have to stop now, and ignore the Trader Joe's treats as well. I'm not a binge eater, but enjoy yummy foods as a treat, for having a hard day or accomplishing something tough. But getting older, I realize I have to change my ways (my A1C levels are too high). Thanks for helping me take the 1st step! I exercise so that's not the problem, so I hope this works! Thanks again!
God bless you Cathy. I now first hand about knee pain. I tore my miniscus and had to have arthroscopic surgery. It's a long road. When you get your mri ask for an open one. If you can't get an open one ask for them to put a mirror in the machine so you can look out. It really works. I suffer panic attacks, so I needed some help in the mri machine. Prayers for your family. By the way, you look great.
So much that is relatable here, thank you for your honesty! I honestly believe that losing slowly and revamping our lifestyles to be healthier is the way to go. I've done the "all or nothing," absolutely. Deprivation is a recipe for disaster too. Moderation is all that works for me. I am encouraged by your updates! "Persistence over perfection" is a good mindset! I'll remember that! Just so you know, I continue to pray for your husband and for you and will keep it up, promise!
Wow! Cathy, I haven't watched your videos in a couple months, and wow! Coming back now, I can see a huge difference!!! You look amazing!!! 👍❤ You inspire me with every video, and I'm 39! Thank you!
This was a wonderful video. Thank you for sharing. I can relate to the stress and worried of a loved ones health issues. My husband pass in June of 22 and was and was a caregiver since June of 2019 to him and his 64 year old doughtier who was disabled. My weight, health and depression suffered tremendously.. Four months after his death the daughter had to be moved to a nursing facility. I am now responsible for only myself and I am healing and recovering. Still working on the weight however lack of protein and exercise are my downfalls. You story was very encouraging to me. Blessings to you from Texas.
You have done so great!!! I have found that if I skip eating and get tired I go straight for something bad for me. Protein is where it's at! I keep meal replacement drinks around in chocolate or vanilla. Prayers to you!!❤
I unfortunately am VERY lactose intolerant, it makes me SICK not just flatulent. Protein powders and meal replacement drinks have an abundance of whey powder or other dairy derivatives in them. BE AWARE to anyone trying them for first time, if you have similar issues.
I am a lifetime yo-yo dieter who has gained and lost 50 pounds a few times. During Covid knew if I didn’t diet I would gain a lot of weight. I was a weight watcher in the past and was familiar with the diet so I joined Healthi. As a result,I lost 75 pounds in 2 years. I never reached my goal and a now trying to maintain (which is difficult.)
I was lucky enough to be able to switch doctors, I had a very judgemental man, with no empathy at all! I now have a young woman, who gets it! Do not put up with negativity in your life. Congratulations on your weight loss and positive outlook.
Mine is medication every single medication I’m on has weight gain as one of the first side effects and these are meds I have to be on so unfortunately it’s the one thing stress was another factor I had a weight gain from 2016 -2019 when I lost my brother dad and mom most of my gain was during that time …you are doing great Kathy keep you are truely an inspiration
Preach it, Dr Cathy🎉 You don’t know just how many women needed this little talk‼️ Myself included ❤ I love your blouse or dress, whichever. I also have had an unusually large amount of stress in my life since I was 20! And your path sounds a lot like mine in that I’ve had to figure a lot of things out for myself. I also have talked with professionals and it did help. The most important thing I learned and hung on to was, “ stay in the present “. I can go on a downward spiral just thinking what if, what might happen and on and on. Today…everything is ok. Today…everyone’s healthy etc. Some of my stress came from being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 28! I have had 16 surgeries on my bones and because of breast cancer. But I do understand your fear of going under. Anyway Cathy, I really enjoyed your video. Have you done one on your am & pm skincare routine? If not I’d like to see that. Take care of yourself and the hubs❤ Susan
I went KETO and allow one starch a day. NO SUGAR TREATS and exercise everyday. I have lost #42 pounds in 4 months……. I believe that I am a true sugar “ADDICT”
