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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lastvice 07/15/2007

Has anyone ever put a little sign or inspiring quote or something in the corner of their bathroom mirror so that you will see it every morning? If you haven't, I'd like to suggest giving it a try. Even if you don't believe it, make a little sign that sais "YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL" or "I AM WORTH IT" or "GOD LOVES YOU ---- (your name) and tape it to your mirror or bedside or somewhere you will see it every day, or maybe put up a picture of you when you were healthy and happy. Just a suggestion, I think we all need these positive reminders because our ED sends our minds negativity all of the time! :)

deleted_user 07/15/2007

ahhh mirrorsss

but yes, i'm going to try that

i heard that helps!

thanksss

deleted_user 07/15/2007

I try to think one positive thought every single day. Its just when night time hits I eat and eat and eat. Then I fight the urge to purge. I cant get out of this hell cycle.

deleted_user 07/15/2007

That's a good idea. Ill have to try it!

It also gave me an idea! Since Im way to obsessed to throw my scale away I think im going to put a note on it tell me to stay away or not to weigh my self. Because I weigh my self around 5 times a day and it's pointless i know.
Thanks for the idea!!

missyS 07/15/2007

i think that that is an awesome idea! but i dont htink ill do it cuz i dont want to have to explain the quotes on the mirror to anyone who sees them......

deleted_user 07/15/2007

its funny that you mention that cuz just today my husband told me that i need to recite daily affirmations....i thought he was kidding, but i guess it might not be a bad idea.

deleted_user 07/16/2007

thank u so much....i haven't done that in yrs. also what helps me is having a picture of my kids in the bathroom. hugs to u!

deleted_user 07/16/2007

Hey Hunny
Thats a great idea,Ive never done that myself,but ill give it ago,it wold have to be my bedroom mirror thou,as i live at home and everyone will think what a freak.
:-) Hope your ok.

deleted_user 07/16/2007

i've got messages like that on a mirror and on the fridge!
even though i don't believe it, maybe someday it'll sink in...

deleted_user 07/16/2007

I have a picture of me when I was about 6 months old laughing and naked. It makes me smile!!!

lastvice 07/17/2007

joannepv, that reminds me. One time I asked "how do you make yourself feel loved if you never felt it as a child" and I was told - "put a picture of yourself as a little girl on your nightstand and tell her you love her everyday." This helps. :)

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