So this is probably something I struggle with because of my ED but has anyone else ever felt like they have to “earn” their food by doing exercise? Well news flash, YOU DO NOT HAVE TO EARN FOOD. As a human being with a human body, you deserve to eat. Just by existing, you deserve to nourish your body well. Make healthy choices of course, but even junk food is okay as part of a regular diet. It’s about moderation not restriction. Anyway, sorry I will get off my soapbox. Just finally realizing this after being in therapy for a while now. Had to share in case someone else can relate to this struggle.
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I used to “earn” food in the evening by restricting all day. It was also part of my ED. I have a hard time accepting that it’s okay to eat throughout the day. Lately, my all or nothing thinking has me either unnecessarily restricting or just bingeing all day, which makes me feel worse. I went thru a period in my last hospitalization where i wasn’t eating or drinking, and now that I’m home I’m making up for it by eating too much. I just can’t deal with my ED right now cuz I’m dealing with so many other symptoms. I’m just gonna try and do better for the holidays and just accept that it’s okay if i gain a few pounds and not feel guilty for it.
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I try to eat as healthy as possible but sometimes I have a cheat meal. Sometimes I make poor choices, e.g. this morning I had 2 cookies for breakfast.
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In the latest photo you posted you seemed like you’ve lost some weight. I wouldn’t worry about two cookies.
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I almost bought some chocolate when I was grocery shopping but didn’t. I’ve gained some weight again. I need to start exercising.
I wanted to say that cheat meals add up. That’s how you gain weight.