So when did food become the enemy?

combatmedic1331
combatmedic1331 Posts: 4 Member
edited November 2024 in Motivation and Support
I've come to this crossroads in my weight loss... Since Sept 2014 I have lost 15 Lbs. I know it isnt much or very drastic like others but for me it is significant. I sit looking at the last 10 lbs around my mid section and think, "So when did food become the enemy?" I have worked really hard on revamping my caloric intake and my food choices but sometimes I just want some darn wing sauce on my roasted chicken. Which brings me to yesterday. I have found since my journey began I am more stressed and depressed about my eating than anything else. I feel like every bite I put into my mouth is being scrutinized by those around me. All I wanted to do yesterday was make some lettuce wraps with leftover chicken tossed in a little of my favorite wing sauce...and the questioning from others began..." maybe you should use just the franks instead of this stuff I was told. Sounds harmless but to me, currently, it pushes me over the edge. I stupidly spent the day crying to myself. I feel like I cant even eat in front of my family. I make a salad with a lot of greens or fill my plate with veggies and get mentioned to that I sure do have a lot of food on my plate. I am depressed and parionid about my eating habbits. I think I am doing so well and there are days I dont even reach 1000 calories because Im not hungry. I want to lose weight but I am just tired of the Peanut Gallery.

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  • onelonelysocknoble
    onelonelysocknoble Posts: 27 Member
    edited March 2015
    *Huggles*

    I know it's not a productive or useful comment, but that's about all I can offer.

    As someone who is recovering from an eating disorder, and was at my pre-pubescent weight at my lowest, I'd suggest you may be nearing a danger zone food mentally wise.

    Try to relearn how to enjoy food again and sod the calories before you tip over the edge, you can return to weight loss when you're at a happier place.

    Just let others around you know they are putting you in a dangerously bad position by commenting on food or weight. I'm sure thy only mention it out of love for you.

    Sending happy vibes.
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