Support/Binge Eating Disorder

uaptc2021

So this is another one of many attempts to start this whole getting healthy process over. I feel more motivated this time because I feel the situation has become a lot more dire. I am at my highest weight ever (570) and have gained many new health problems both physical and mental. I feel pretty overwhelmed at the amount of weight I have to lose, and am trying my hardest to break it down into smaller goals, but I do tend to use "all or nothing" thinking a lot. Don't know really why I am writing this post, I guess just to ramble and get things I'm holding onto out? I am just wondering if there are any other members out there that use emotional or binge eating as a way of coping with life, and both physical and mental health issues? My whole life, I have used food as my coping strategy, and its gotten me to this horrible point in my life, and I don't know really how else to cope. I am wondering if there are any other members out there that deal with this, or binge eating disorder, and either have overcome or are making progress? I really could use some support from people who have gone through similar things. Wondering also if there are people out there that have a goal of 200 plus pounds to lose? I know that I will tend to relate more and get more support from people with this high of a goal. I guess if there is anyone out there that wants to maybe chat, or try to offer each other support that would be really helpfull. Feel free to add me as a friend, or message me. I did sign up for premium this time around instead of the free version that I had been using every other time. I guess that's it for now. I hope everyone has a great day, and thanks for reading my ramblings.

JAC581

Welcome! I guess my advice would be to try your best not to look at the whole picture right now, and set mini goals for yourself. What is something you would like to accomplish in November?

I sincerely hope the best for you. Joining MFP and reaching out to others is a great first step.

Bex953172

I would also break it down, but write your first mini goal down on paper and hang it up somewhere you can see it a lot like the fridge. Even if it's just to lose 70lbs to take you to 500lb. I say write it down because you could find days when it's overwhelming but if you can see it in black and white what your goal is then it can take away any over thinking.

Secondly, have you seeked further support for your emotional eating?
You've said this is one of many attempts and although it's great your here ready to tackle the physical side of your body, maybe if you looked after your mental health at the same time then I think you'd really benefit from that.

Maybe counselling could help? Find out why you turn to food in heightened emotions and more importantly coping mechanisms that work for you when things are overwhelming.

TheRavenne

I am an overeater. Often out of control. Every morning I get up and say I'm going to get a handle on this, by the evening its faded. I used to go to Overeaters Anonymous meetings and it helped me a lot, a lot of their tools are helpful. But I am unable to get to meetings now because of my work schedule. I didn't rely so much on the spiritual side of it, but more the feeling of not being alone, I used the positive energy I got from the meetings and took it with me throughout the week to keep me on track. I've tried online meetings but they don't feel the same as in person ones. Sending you positive vibes to achieve your goals