Eating Disorders Support Group

Eating disorders are marked by an obsessive need to control the intake and/or purging of food. This community is dedicated to those struggling on the road to recovery. Join to discuss your experience with others and find support. Get advice, ask questions, and meet others who are going through similar struggles.

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i don't know if i should be here....

silverlight
silverlight

because i'm not in a recovery mindset at all right now,and i don't want to spread my negativity..


i do know,with my increasing symptoms of restricting and binging,while those unhealthy things serve a purpose,i am miserable. i have been weight restored for several years,but have never reached full recovery.


i have a therapist,but we mostly work on my severe OCD,he has made it clear that he is not experienced enough with EDs to work on it with me,although we have done some work on body image.


i have thought about contacting my former community tx team,but there is one person on staff i absolutely cannot stand,i just can't work with her.


i don't know what i'm looking for in this post,i'm sorry.


just struggling.


sonnycamehome
sonnycamehome
Welcome to the group....I'm glad you reached out.
We have a good group of people here, and I hope you find the support you are looking for.
forestfreek
forestfreek
Yes, you should absolutely be here. If you are struggling this is the time when you especially need support and encouragement. Please continue to post your feelings and thoughts even if you feel you're in a negative space. That's what this group is for - to shoulder each other through the bad times and good. Never feel that you are not able to express your fear and anxiety here. We all get it :)
Preciousbabygirl
Preciousbabygirl
Welcome to the group!! You absolutely should be here! Some of us are struggling like you (I know I am!!!) and others have reached recovery. Together we can help each other get through our struggles! Again, welcome!!
LP0126
LP0126
This is the perfect type of thing to post here! You're speaking words many of us have before or currently even feel (hitting the nail on the head for me w that one). I also had a great therapist who was honest that he didn't know how to treat EDs and I found someone who specializes and now I am seeing both alternating appointments and that has been a good process for me. I think your idea of reaching out to your old treatment team sounds fantastic. Remember that part of what journey is NOT wanting recovery, sometimes for a long time. Hope you're feeling better after posting!
silverlight
silverlight
Thank You All for the warm and supportive welcome..

i keep thinking what i have heard and heard in treatment,"Just do the next right thing."
i'm having a lot of trouble with that right now..
Dancinggirl
Dancinggirl
Hi, welcome to the group. I am happy that you came on and told us what is going on with you. When you don't know what to do or you need help just come on and tell us what is going on and we will try to help you. Lots of Hugs.
silverlight
silverlight
Thanks,Laya.
LP0126
LP0126
Remember the next right thing doesn't have to be the perfect choice. It's just something along the right lines. Even if it's a smaller binge, an extra bite, eating 10 minutes sooner etc. and it also can be the next right thing is reaching out on here or journaling. I hope you can also remember that it's 100% ok to not want to do the next right thing. That's part of your journey- be gentle with yourself. You're doing great!
silverlight
silverlight
Thanks for your help and encouragement LP.
meinrecovery
meinrecovery
I agree with everyone else. You don't have to be perfect. It's a marathon, not a sprint. Sometimes it takes time for us to find what will work. Being here is where you belong. ((hugs))
silverlight
silverlight
Thank You meinrecovery...
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