Eating disorder recovery support thread!

[cowboys angel]

Do you have anyone you can speak to about this e.g. husband/partner/close friend? Next time you feel this way, confide in them and explain to them why you feel the need to hurt yourself. Grab a cuddle, good book or a relaxing bath. Reflect on how it made you feel and have measures in place to help you focus on something other than self-destructive behaviours.

I used to punish myself when I felt destructive, but in fact needed to take care of myself. I felt a nice, bubbly bath really helped me to chill and relax. Stay positive.

My husband, yeah. He knows everything about my past (though I haven't told him some details, for his own sanity lol). I didn't do anything, except not eat for a while. I didn't hurt myself. I still have some measure of control over it. I wanted to tell him, but he has a lot going on right now and is worried and distracted over that and I don't want to add to it...

I've been reading a lot, cuddling and playing with the baby, looking online for Christmas shopping ideas.

 

[Groovychick]

Perhaps you could just mention it in passing just so he is aware of it? Alternatively have a few phone numbers of friends/family handy that you can rely on when you need them.

 

[cowboys angel]

Perhaps you could just mention it in passing just so he is aware of it? Alternatively have a few phone numbers of friends/family handy that you can rely on when you need them.

Yeah, I have a few friends that I can text/call. I just don't know what set it off. I haven't been depressed, not for quite a long time actually. Dunno if I had a bad dream or what, I just woke up and it was strong and took my all to fight it.

I'm just scared to tell my DH.....

 

[Groovychick]

Try and pick a time where there aren't any other distractions and you are both relaxed.

 

[cowboys angel]

I'll aim for dinner time or when we go to bed tonight...