i used to have an eating disorder. well i've gained back the weight i lost and added a couple cuz of some meds im on. i'm notw 5'6 and 132-135 pounds. im having a really difficult time dealing with it. i know that i am at a healthy weight but i can't look in the mirror without wanting to cry. cuz i dont look healthy to myself. i look fat. what can i do to make myself confident again like i was before my eating disorder?? i used to be excited to see my weight gain growing up because it meant i was getting older. i just want to get dressed and not think that i look fat. please somebody help me.
2006-09-08 06:13:04 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
coming from some one who is also in recovery i know how hard it is for you. I too looking in the mirror and wish that i looked the way that i did before, but really i don't. I was sick of being sick and not being able to have fun with other people.
I will always have distorted thoughts in my head about my body but i have to choose to listen to them or not. Sometimes talking to some one like your Dr. or a therapist or going to meetings where you can share and get advice from other people helps.
Just remember you have come this far and to just throw it all away would be giving in and giving up, hang in there.
2006-09-08 06:32:11 · answer #1 · answered by redjellybean 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've struggled with bulimia for over 10 years and will probably to some extent struggle with it for the rest of my life. No one can solve this problem for you, there is no magic solution. The only way to overcome these feelings is through hard work. I know that sounds daunting but I promise it CAN be done! If you are serious about conquering your eating disorder, and it sounds like you are, then open your yellow pages and find a therapist in your area that works with ED's. Call their office and ask questions about the type of therapy they offer or if they offer a special "curriculum" for ED treatment (my therapist used a workbook "Don't Die-t Live It" as a companion to the traditional talk therapy). And then it's as simple as making an appointment. If you don't feel a connection to the first one you visit then try another one. But don't give up..you owe it to yourself to live a happy healthy life.
2006-09-08 13:29:59 · answer #2 · answered by Ashley 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh, sweetie. With those numbers, I think you probably look great to everyone around you. I highly recommend getting outside (with good shoes) and walking fast or gradually doing some running, for at least 30 to 45 minutes a day. I started doing regular daily exercise this past January for the first time in my life and it has turned my brain completely around, I don't think I could live without the stress reduction benefits from now on. Listening to loud rock music on an mp3 player will also help distract you from obsessing. Talking to a counselor or social worker can help, too. Good luck!
2006-09-08 13:36:01 · answer #3 · answered by Cowgirl 39 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lindz_marie, you KNOW that you within your healthy weight, but you FEEL that you are overweight. A tough situation to be because you are getting different viewpoints.
I suggest that you look back into your earliest memories of your childhood, continue your recollection until you reach the present. Discover (or rediscover) how you felt during that time. Any recurring theme? Think about how you would have done it differently if you went back in time.
Learn to forgive yourself. With forgiveness will come love.
It may take time but it can be done. We wish you well on your road to a healthy and happy life.
2006-09-08 13:18:30 · answer #4 · answered by tranquil 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey Linz
Using your figures there I put them into the adult BMI calculator and you come out in the normal healthy range.
So what you need to do is to seek help with a counsellor and discuss these thoughts.
You should do some exercises like the one where they draw around you on a big piece of paper and you look at your shape.
I'm sure you will find that you are a hot babe and learn to love yourself! :)
2006-09-08 13:18:21 · answer #5 · answered by Orinoco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Babes your beautiful dont sweat it. When you get thoughts like that just pivot your thoughts on an idea thats emotionally affirming and constructive.
Think about the things you really want not about the things you don't want. You don't want to think about so think about other things.
2006-09-08 13:53:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋