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My Eating disorder
My eating disorder is both because of physical image, i have body dysmorphia that goes along side of my eating disorder. My eating disorder changes often with that constant empty anxiety whether ive ate too much, what i've ate, is it safe? Phobias can take over life, mine did. I have a phobia of sick, November 2025 i did not eat for 2 months, had a one off snack now and then however i was really unwell which lead to sectioning at a mental health hospital. I have had an unhealthy relationship with food since i was 12, began due to a traumatic event, ended up neglecting myself, ocd being a part of it too. The constant fear of being unwell. However i also got bullied badly for my weight in school which resulted in food issues as well. I've had a lot of factors all causing my eating disorder to worsen. Not eating, then binge, then repeat. A long unhealthy endless cycle. I still suffer with it now, its beyond exhausting. That constant confirmation, constant advice, needing help cooking. Going to bed either hungry, or feeling unwell with anxiety. Looking in the mirror questioning my weight, picking myself apart every day/night. There is tips that will help however eating disorders and body dysmorphia is something that never fully goes away. You just cope, survive. But that doesn't change anything about you. You are still beautiful, and strong.
Tips.
- Setting boundaries this is crucial for recovery. In a world obsessed with opinions and diets. Sadly, we live in a world where body shaming and food shaming are normal experiences. Protecting yourself by setting these boundaries by people around you will help recovery. People may try crossing the boundaries however you need to replace the negativity with positivity which is hard however overtime it does get easier.
-Be patient: Remember to be patient as you try out different coping skills for different situations to see what works best. As mentioned before, there is often a ‘trial and error’ period that arises when building your eating disorder coping skills toolbox. Some things might work at certain times for certain things but not others. Just take note.
-Regularly update and revise: As you continue through eating disorder recovery, you will grow and evolve, as will your toolbox. Regularly assess the effectiveness of your coping skills and be open to trying new strategies. Needs change over time, and having a flexible toolbox ensures it continues to work for you.
-Brainstorm coping skills you want to try: Make a list of the positive coping strategies that you already engage with regularly in your life, and include coping skills that you are interested in trying or learning more about. Note any coping skills that you feel hesitant to try or skeptical of.
Cognitive therapy.
Beginning Cognitive restructuring ,sometimes called cognitive reframing, is a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) technique utilized to examine and challenge negative self-talk, negative thoughts, and negative thought patterns. Identifying, exploring, and challenging negative thoughts regarding body image, food, societal beliefs, and more is a critical part of eating disorder recovery. Cognitive restructuring reminds us that thoughts are just our perceptions, not facts. When combined with mindfulness, cognitive reframing can encourage lasting change and nurture a more balanced connection between thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and the connection between food and body. Incorporating mindfulness with cognitive restructuring for coping with an eating disorder allows you to take a critical look at your long-held beliefs and emotions about food and body without judgment.
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