jackie

Im ready to give up!!! For 3 weeks I have been going to the gym, doing interval training, weights(3-4times a week), cardio days, walks, hikes, biking....and Im gaining weight...why!!!!!!!!! Im eating well...my stomach always seems bloated!!! everytime i go on the scale..ive gained another pound...since i started I gained 6 pounds...should it not be going the other way?? i need help and advice

I really want to buy a house. If I make a vision board, envision, and keep saving, will it come true?

I just got accepted to grad school but i have doubts now.....perhaps I should save my money and take advantage of the low property prices. Perhaps I can stall school for a year, save more money, and then decide? Im just confused....$2 000 every semester is steep. Any suggestions out there?

I'm ready to admit to a problem and need some advice. Every time I go on a simple coffee date, which is usually set up by friends and family, because I am too scared and shy to do it on my own, I tend to have a lot of worries and panic feelings. At first, I would find fault with the guys, and try to move on. But if I sense that he might like me, I go crazy in my mind, and back off. To make matters worse,since I come from an Indian culture, and I'm 33 single, family is slightly pressuring me to find someone and get married. They keep suggesting people, which makes me more nervous, when i meet them, I have a fear that I will be trapped with someone I don't truly love, just to please family. I don;t want to do that. I recognize that Im just scared of commitment, perhaps? Im not sure, I don't want to lose any opportunities, and I feel guilty for not going forward with some guys who have nothing wrong with them, except I cant see myself go forward with them. I feel like my thoughts are going in circles. i cant sleep or eat lately. Any advice or suggestions?

I just need some advice. I come from an Indian background, so my family is hoping i find someone soon and marry. Im 33. I have gone on a lot of "coffee dates" with guys, but I can't seem to connect, or like someone. Is there something wrong with me? I am always told you know when the person is right for you. But why do I panic when I can tell he might like me, but i don't have the same feelings. Or, I find faults right away. I just want to think positive, and believe, that if I try, good things will come my way. It could be a self esteem issue, being pressured, ...i just don't want to mess up any opportunities...and i definatley do not want to relocate cities for an interest....my wish is that connect with someone who has similar intersests, dreams, etc....Im just confused...any suggestions?

Ive been teaching intermediate grades in Canada for 7 years. Im looking for a change, including a change in environment. How can I find a teaching job overseas, america, or even different part of the country? any suggestions

My feet are very wide with painful bunions, I have to wear orthotics and wide shoes. This brings HUGE issues when I want to dress up...What kind of shoes can I wear with dresses? Or nice pair of slacks? Skirts? High heels really hurt the balls of my feet and bunions--any suggestions what to do? Anyone in the same situation. I find my self not attending events or parties because I can't wear nice stuff with my orthotics. help!!

I know it sounds wierd, but I have been overweight my entire life..and you know how mean people can be about it...by school years were disasterous, family life sucked, so i just ate. Now, i lost a lot of weight, 45 pounds, the healthy way. I should be happy, right? Im starting to realize that i lost a lot of my youth, going out with guys, having fun with friends. now i feel its just too late to meet people. I dont even know how to....i know its so pathetic. when I meet someone, will the guy think im a wierdo and run off? How do i even meet people? THis is so hard. i notice guys looking at me, but I get sooo scared. Any advice out there...i could really use some...

Im 33 and single, and sooo tired about feeling guilty about it. I work full time, and I feel the panic and depression occuring in the evening time, because I feel that I am not being productive or "actively" looking for someone. The weekends are ok...i go to the movies, shows, or have coffee with friends. But I feel so bad about being alone. People keep telling me, "look after yourself, do things that you like , and you will attract someone". Is that true? What kinds of things should I do.....Im starting to get worried that I will always be this way...I am shy about approaching people. Can guys "sense" that?...i need some advice...

I have not had candy, fruit juices, chocolate, sweets, pastries,etc, for about a week. I just want to be healthy. I do eat fruits, veggies, chicken, brown rice now....and some breads. However, I am always HUNGRY, and my head feels "foggy", tongue is dry, and im tired. What is going on. Is this normal?

Now that I am losing the weight, I don;t want to be alone anymore. I have to admit it is very hard, and scary to be out there, especially when you dont have the "practice". I fear that men might find me "wierd" because ive been alone for so long and never been with someone. i don't know how it is supposed to feel to have someoone special in my life. is it too late for me ? should i give up? I feel like a freak of nature? Has anyone been in the same situation? Im not too sure what to do anymore.

The top is sleeveless, and pretty. im going to a birthday dinner, should i wear pants or a skirt. Although, finding shoes to wear is difficult because i have wide feet. What colours will match with it?

I have painful bunions and wide feet, i have to wear orthotics with "sensible" shoes.....i can't even wear flip flops because its too painful...the pain is manageable with orthotics...but long term im not too sure. If anyone has had it done, or heard things, please give me some advice...ive only read about the "horror stories....."

I saw a movie with a friend....she couldn't stay behind for a coffee or dinner...so I was left alone. I had nowhere to go. or see....so i came home.....why do i feel sooo guilty about it? Is it because im single....what does one do in this kind of situation...are we supposed to be out all night or what...

Im in my early 30's, Indian, and very single. But i'm so scared to meet guys when my friends and family try to set me up. Im not sure why i start to panic with fear. I feel a lot of pressure, that I put on myself, that I should find someone special and start a family,etc. i would love to have one. However, i can't stop the panic feeling, that i'll make a mistake and go into a loveless marriage, or relationship. Is it supposed to be this hard when trying to meet someone who is compatible? any advice? anyone going through , or been throuhg the same thing? what should i do?

My feet are wide and I have bunions. It is very painful when i go on my tippy toes, so i have a hard time finding shoes that fit. I wear orthotics. But the summer is coming, and I want to wear dresses and skirts. What kind of shoes will look good? Can i buy , or custom make dress shoes, that will fit my foot with minimum pain. I am so conscious when I am invited to parties or an evening out, because I do not have any shoes that will "work". Can anyone please help me with some advice or suggestions.?

I need help....I am so scared to date someone and meet someone special. My insecurities just fly out and plague me...For instance, I start doubting my dress sense, I'm not sure how to act in certain social situations, I can't dance...I am good at other things...I just feel ill be "exposed" and he'll run away...I'm not sure what's wrong with me...Anyone out there with some good advice, or similar situation?

Is it worth it? Right now i can only wear wide width shoes, which are very difficult to find, and i can't wear heels. Is anyone in the same situation, or close, that can give me some advice?

Im not too sure what to do? Should I wear a cap..? what will the chlorine do to my hair...any advice?