Great article on binge eating

aznikigirl21
aznikigirl21 Posts: 32
edited September 23 in Motivation and Support
Hi All ~

As someone who has been there (for a long time now) and knows what it's like to numb myself with food, I thought I would share this article I found.
I have recently gotten a grip on my emotional eating and have realized that comfort food is really no comfort at all. I would rather feel the feelings and emotions. Then later when I clear from the fog, I know that I haven't eaten them and don't need to feel guilty or punish myself.

It was nice to read this article and know that no one is alone in this. :)

http://www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/01/20/binge.eating/index.html?hpt=Sbin

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  • jade_85
    jade_85 Posts: 96
    wow what an amazing article. its so true. ive done 20 days without a real binge and im so proud of myself. its hard and the temptaion is always going to be there. i will always have an obsession with food but the urge to be slim and healthy is stronger lol. thanks for posting that its great :) xx
  • aznikigirl21
    aznikigirl21 Posts: 32
    I never realized how much binge eating was controlling my life. I feel so much better knowing I am in control of the food and not the other way around. I'm always going to be an eater, I just choose better choices and moderation.

    I have learned that comfort food is not comforting. It's only an attempt to numb whatever is going on. Eventually that wears off and then you feel guilt and punish yourself which is never helpful. I'm making myself stand naked in front of the mirror every day and really take in all that I am & fill it with love and acceptance. Can't change it if I don't accept it.

    Glad to have you as a friend. Go girl on your 20 days!!! Here's to many many more.
  • jade_85
    jade_85 Posts: 96
    thas so true honey u have to love yourself before any changes can take place wise words :) u can do this good luck im always here if u need any support i know its a hard journey but we will do this x
  • 623Hernandez
    623Hernandez Posts: 458
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