Bad break ups and food

cynthiabickham
cynthiabickham Posts: 1,009 Member
edited 6:36PM in Chit-Chat
I recently was dumped by my boyfriend of 4 years, I got really depressed and started eating my emotions, which I know you aren’t suppose to do. Then about a month ago I realized I had gotten to 195 pounds. Now I’m down to 182 pounds, but still get really sad and eat things I’m not suppose to eat (sugary or high sodium). I guess I’m asking if anyone out there has had the same thing happen, or if someone is going through something similar to what I’m going through?

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  • glovepuppet
    glovepuppet Posts: 1,710 Member
    Isn't there even an ice cream flavour called "bad breakup"? You're definitely not alone!

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  • CoffeeAndContour
    CoffeeAndContour Posts: 1,466 Member
    I went from a size 12 to a size 6, then went from a size 6 to a size 14 after a breakup (and some depression). I ate ALL my feelings. What I would do differently now, is #1) Make those treats but healthier versions of them. And #2) Stay busy, find something new to do that keeps me interested. #3) Lean on my family and friends for support.

    What I did do right (eventually) is I used exercise as one of things that kept me busy. And as I slimmed down, I began to find new exercises I loved.

    I’m sorry you’re hurting. This won’t hurt forever. Hang in there ❤️
  • Nysportsred
    Nysportsred Posts: 224 Member
    You’re human and not alone.
  • LyndaBSS
    LyndaBSS Posts: 6,964 Member
    I lost my husband to ALS last year. I became an emotional overeater. On top of that, I was diagnosed with ptsd, anxiety and depression.

    It took me over a year after his death to put on my big girl panties and tell myself I was worth this journey towards a healthier lifestyle.

    Within two weeks of starting mfp, my anxiety and depression symptoms had lessened. You have a chance to change your life for the better. Grab that opportunity.

    Good luck!
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