Hi all

Flowerbaby2

I really think emotional eating is at the cornerstone of my obesity.I ate out of isolation and sadness when I was sexually abused by a family member as a young child and it has been a coping mechanism ever since.I did not grow up inthe Oprah generation where people came out about sexual abuse.When we told we were hit and called liars.The a users were protected and the children were sacrificed.I have also had to deal with being in an Orphanage and being blackmailed by my abuser that I would be sent back,so that was my early childhood.I think food comforted me when there was not a whole lot of comfort to be found.I want to get on top of the wt issue now.I want my life back

hotcoffee692

I'm so sorry that happened to you, Flowerbaby. Have you had any counseling? If there is a sexual assault center in your area, you are probably eligible for free services. Giving up a long-standing comfort like food can be triggering and difficult.

Flowerbaby2

I did go for counseling and it did help it's just something that creates a black hole in your soul that I live with.It has not stopped me from loving and having a 31 year marriage.I have 3 great kids and 1 angel.I have all that is good,my biggest issue is my wt.And that is what I am determined to fix now