Binged, but not the end of the world.

I was arguing with my mom over something silly. It stressed me out. On top of all the packing for college and things I need to do today, I kept circling the fridge looking for a way to feel better. I made a big bowl of spaghetti and just ate it. I didn't even make time to sit down. I shoved it down my throat standing by the stove then went to my room to feel sorry for myself. The weird thing is, I didn't want to stop there. I wanted to have a bowl of cereal, a cupcake and who knows what else I might find in the kitchen. But I didn't. I stopped at the bowl of spaghetti and went to my room. I got onto myfitnesspal and now I am motivated to make up for the spaghetti by going for a jog. I can control what I eat and what I do with my body. I just have to fight for it.

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  • Good job at stopping at the spaghetti. You'll get through this, enjoy your jog! =)
  • zytah
    zytah Posts: 153
    in the words of the great edna mode... go! fight! win!
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  • Run4Me2Day
    Run4Me2Day Posts: 344 Member
    You will be ok I am sure of it. Good job at not eating more. Exercise is a great way to relieve stress, sometimes when I am really mad at someone I have the BEST workouts!
    :wink:
  • Thankyou <3:)
  • ninerbuff
    ninerbuff Posts: 48,990 Member
    Don't feel bad. Yesterday I ate at Cheesecake Factory (Factory burrito, Thai lettuce wraps and bread) then for dinner I ate at Dave and Buster's (bacon wrapped medallions and shrimp along with spinach dip appetizer) and was WAY OVER my calorie goal by about 1000. It happens.

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  • BathtubBadger
    BathtubBadger Posts: 217 Member
    Eating a bowl of spaghetti is hardly "binging" :P

    I went over by 1500 yesterday -- willingly -- between wine and pizza. I have a cheat meal every week that goes over by 1500 at least. I'm still dropping 1 kg (around 2 pounds) a week. :) No fretting. As long as you make the rest of your days great, one meal to eat like a queen always makes me feel ready for the coming week.

    Good job on controlling the emotional eating, though!
  • stephaniecaine82
    stephaniecaine82 Posts: 117 Member
    You will be just fine! Take it one day at a time, actually....one meal at a time! I just ate a sausage Mcmuffin and then read your post.....wow, do I feel bad!! So, I will make a better decision at lunch time and have a salad with a light dressing.
    Thank you!
    Now, try and go for a jog or walk and make a better choice on your next dish!! I will!
  • tlou5
    tlou5 Posts: 497 Member
    Great attitude. You can do this!
  • mommy3457
    mommy3457 Posts: 361 Member
    I ate chicken tenders, fries, BBQ sauce, and had a small bowl of blueberry ice cream yesterday night. I went on the scale. I gained nothing! I'm not endorsing to do this daily, but sometimes, it is good for the soul haha.
  • stephaniecaine82
    stephaniecaine82 Posts: 117 Member
    I ate chicken tenders, fries, BBQ sauce, and had a small bowl of blueberry ice cream yesterday night. I went on the scale. I gained nothing! I'm not endorsing to do this daily, but sometimes, it is good for the soul haha.

    Soooooo True!!!
  • Thank you :) It feels good I'm not alone on this.
  • Thankyou! :)