Originally Posted by
ElegantlyWasted 
It is worth it. Don't try to force it too much. You are doing great. Exercise helped me a lot when I was at you're stage. The peeks and canyons will ultimately become easily manageable small hills and and level ground in between. You are in the process of making that happen.
Thanks for your support, it means a lot. I love instant gratification and having to work for this is really challenging. How long does it take for this emotional rollercoaster to level out?!?