I FINALLY did it!! :D

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Registered: 07-21-2004
I FINALLY did it!! :D
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Sat, 08-21-2004 - 5:47pm
Well after much debate I finally took the biggest step I've taken so far in my journey to recovery. Last night my mom and I had a tear filled conversation about my ED. I told her all about it, how long I've ben doing it, why it started and how badly I want to get help. It was so hard to tell her. She doesn't understand the illness at all (I have bulimia for those who don't know). I tried to explain the best I could, but it was kind of embarrassing so I didn't want to get into too many details. This afternoon, while I was out, she told my dad. I haven't talked to him yet about it so I have no idea what he thinks.. well other than that he blames my ex for the whole thing (he already has a huge grudge against my ex so this certainly doesn't help!). I think that everything is going to be ok. Now that my parents know about it, I will try even harder not to do it. This week acutally went pretty well, even though I ate more than I usually do. I kept it down though, so that's a good thing. On Monday I start my new job. it's going to help me so much because it will keep me busy and regulate my eating schedule. I find that if I'm out of the house, or busy doing something, I won't feel the urge to b/p. I'm really happy that things are turning around now. I want all of you to know that getting through this has been tough but it is so worth it. If any of you are struggling to go into recovery, I recommend it. You'll feel 100% better - trust me. I'd also like to thank you girls for your support. Joining this board has certainly helped a lot :)

*hugs*

Steph

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Registered: 04-16-2003
Sat, 08-21-2004 - 9:33pm
Oh Steph (o:

I am so happy for you!!!!!!

BIG HUGS, Michelle

 

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Registered: 03-25-2003
Sat, 08-21-2004 - 11:28pm

Steph,


That's awesome and I am so proud of you. I know how hard it is when you first open up to people, but you need that support of your parents. Way to go!!!

Love & hugs, Kristina


The opinions I have expressed here are from my own experience and are not intended as medical advice or to take the place of your own physician's advice.

Love & hugs, Kristina

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Registered: 03-25-2004
Mon, 08-23-2004 - 12:54pm

Congratulations!


How was the first day at your new job?


How did you dad take the news of your ED?