I've been searching for a binging support forum for weeeks! I was about to give up hope when I stumbled upon this baby. I'm really happy I did.
My name is kayzilla.. I'm 15, and I have a binge eating disorder. It stemmed from over-restrictive dieting and soon became a coping method. My story isn't too unlike others so I won't bore you with it, but even through the trouble of it all.. It's taught me lots and lots of lessons that will make me a wiser adult that will be of benefit to society. I just hope to beat this once and for all, and the thing that always kept me on track for 60 days before was actively participating in an online support group, so here I am! I'm reading to go for 60! 90! 365 days! lol. Whatever is possible for me to do, I'm gonna do it! Mark my words. hehe.
On average, I binge every three or four days. I've gotten it down to two days of binging a week.. three or four at max. I'm really happy with my progress so far, but I think I can do better.
My triggers are calorie obsessing, high fat foods (peanut butter is the death of me!), perfectionist tendencies towards my diet and self-esteem/anxiety lows. I'm a pretty stable person, and I'm learning to relax more in regards to dieting, but it's still an obstacle that I need to work on.
Right-o. Well. Hi! I hope I can walk with you all in recovery! I'm ready for it.