Eating Disorder Recovery (A Different Sort of Success Story)

abchelseaxo

I'm fighting bulimia right now. Sometimes I use MFP in the healthy way it's intended, however, more often then not, I don't. It's a struggle. It's good to know this can be beaten, eventually & that I'm not the only one on here who had to deal with the voices in my head.

Thank you

knrob

Congrats! Thank you so much for sharing your success story! Keep smiling!!!!!

tig_ol_bitties

You are an angel for sharing your beautiful story. I know that this will help MANY.

thistimeismytime

You have an amazing story, and a fabulous attitude!! Congratulations on your journey to recovery! <Applause and Cheers> :flowerforyou: However, you are dead wrong about one detail. You aren't average looking at all... you're STUNNING! Truly, truly! And you're going to help a lot of people by being vulnerable enough to post this! Have a wonderful day

Redbird99ky

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SparkleShine

You are one courageous woman! A beautiful and strong woman! Thanks for sharing your story and photo...you are beautiful. Keep strong and when you don't feel strong lean on your loved ones to lift you up! Hugs to you!

SLaw4215

Thank you for sharing your very personal triumph. I do not starve myself or make myself vomit to lose weight, I am an over eater. I called and made an appointment to see a psychologist/hypnotist but the wait is nearly 6 months away. I know I have the desire and strenghth to eat the right foods. I do well during the day and fall apart at night and on the weekends. Like most I can be strong for so long an then slide right back into old unhealthy habits. I don't understand why I'm letting myself fail. I don't feel like I need a nutritionist or a Weight Watcher's meeting. But I do need a little something...

I set the money aside for the appointment but I'm hoping to not have to use it. I want to get my *kitten* together on my own but if I am struggling...and I'm not afraid to let someone (a professional) help.

Candi8099

I have never had a struggle to where I didn't eat enough food, however I do commend you for being able to tell your story. You will inspire others whom are going through this & haven't seen the greener grass quite yet. You are much stronger than most and you have a beautiful smile! Congratulations! Such an accomplishment already. Good Luck on the rest of your jourmey! YOU CAN DO IT! :flowerforyou:

beckyhope

Thank you for sharing. I love the way you wrote this and how honest you are being. It's so hard to change those negative thoughts. Even for me, I haven't had an ED but I still constantly battle those negative thoughts that tell me that my worth is dependent on the number on the scale. You look so happy, keep going!

des24rob

Such a wonderful post! Thank you for sharing! So often I forget about how some people are not struggling with how many calories to cut back on but how many to consume. You look great, sound great and I wish you the best in your future road to recovery.

Redbird99ky

What a beautiful post from a beautiful lady. It takes courage to be so frank on a message board such as this, but by doing so, you have shared a little bit of your experience, strength, and hope with all of us. Someone who reads this post may be helped, and that is a priceless value in and of itself.

The road of recovery is a lifelong one, with many bumps in it, but the biggest 'bump' is in that first step - admitting that you have a problem, and that your life is out of control.

It is apparent that you have found the freedom that can only come from surrender, the confidence that comes from humility, and the self-worth that comes from self-lessness. Congratulations on coming to terms with yourself and FINALLY being able to love yourself. My wish for you is that God will continue to bless you throughout your recovery. You are an inspiration to all of us.

laurelderry

Personally, I think you are devastatingly beautiful. That smile would light up a whole room!

I'm so very happy for you, and even though I suffered a different type of eating disorder, I know how it feels to come through it fighting and to finally feel 'normal'

Hugs from Ireland! xxx

I have to agree with the above poster.

From someone who has been where you're coming from also- I understand. Isn't it ironic how trying to have so much control resulted in so little? Congrats to you, and keep up the great work of healing your body and your mind!

punkrockprincess23

congratultions honey! you look great and you have courage.

toffee322

i love what you wrote!

plushkitten

Wow, I loved this.
Made me a little teary eyed actually.

I'm so proud of you!
This is honestly so inspiring.

Much love you're way<33

susannamarie

Beautiful post, and you look fantastic.

MemphisMarly

I'm proud of you!

I've stayed with a dear friend during the same struggles toward recovery for nearly a decade. I'm really happy for you that you have found your happiness again and that you are sharing your story.

My friend is doing much better these days, but she has had relapses during periods of great stress. She says that she wishes she knew years ago what she knows today, about the struggles and pain and damage to her own health, and not just to the health of other people as statistics.

I'm glad you are realistic and understand that recovery is a long journey. You won't always be smiling, and that's OK. Just don't forget how you felt on the day that picture was taken.

Boo_2806

Congratulations! You look beautiful, thank you for sharing your story

Shelby814

You're beautiful & your smile is contagious! Congratulations!

bushidowoman

What a beautiful smile! Thanks for sharing your story!