NO Depression NO Constipation! Blog 13

When reading this next section, you might think, “Shoot, after everything else you went through, these two would’ve just been add-ons!” But trust me, I’m thankful every day that I didn’t have to deal with them.

I didn’t get constipation or fall into a deep depression.

Constipation might seem minimal compared to everything else, but it could’ve been a huge problem. Some people get so backed up they end up in the hospital. And constipation doesn’t just stop there—it can trigger other issues in the body. With everything else going on, the last thing I needed was another mystery to solve.

Now depression, on the other hand, wouldn’t have been a mystery at all. It would’ve been expected with all the symptoms I was experiencing. But I didn’t fall into that deep, clinical depression, and for that, I’m incredibly grateful.

Don’t get me wrong—I had my moments. There were days when I was sad, angry, and frustrated. But I never let myself sink too deep. I credit that to my faith, my gym routine, my prayers, and the love of my babies. They kept me smiling and moving forward, no matter how bad things got. I refused to let my circumstances become excuses.

My inner strength carried me through those whirlwind storms—storms I wouldn’t wish on anyone. But I know someone reading this can relate. Maybe not to everything, but to something. And if you’re reading this, I want you to know you’re not alone in this fight.

Still, I often wondered if taking my thyroid out would’ve eliminated all the symptoms. But then I thought, “Who’s to say the medication would’ve worked perfectly?” I’ve heard enough horror stories about thyroid medication to know that it’s not a guaranteed fix. Everybody is different, and for me, working naturally with the right foods, herbs, oils, and vitamins feels like the best path forward. My butterfly and I will work together and bring the much-needed balance, in order to heal and live comfortable with each other. 

In my next blog, I’ll share my current state—where I am now and how I’m helping others with this condition and with mental health. You won’t want to miss it.