Re: Numbing My Emotions With Food...

October 2, 2011

Hi Georgi... I went through a bout of emotions yesterday re an extended family

get-together that sent me into " emotional eating " ... But, I rode with it - and

without the guilt and recrimination I actually got to the heart of what was

disturbing me. For the first time ever. Because I didn't march into battle with

myself, I'm sure.

So sorry to hear about your loss. I've lost nearly all of my immediate family

members the last few years - it just takes what it takes, including sometimes

sitting in front of the tv and going numb. For me the greatest gift is to

legalize numbing as well. No rules, just as much kind observation as we're

capable of in the moment. Best wishes, Sandarah

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> Hi,

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> I have legalized all foods. I still find myself mindlessly eating in front of

the TV - seeking to numb my emotions - check out. I recently lost my father and

am eating so much so mindlessly I am scaring myself. Even though I know I will

feel terrible, physically and emotionally the next day - I still do it and then

I feel so bad I have more emotions I can't handle. I need help - probably

professional. I am using food as a substance and abusing it. I have started

the book Intuitve Eating twice and got stuck both times at the same point. All

foods have been legalized. I don't diet. Although, lately it has been tempting

to try weight watchers again as a means of reigning in my overeating. But I

know that isn't the answer. I don't weigh myself. And there I have stopped. I

can't bring myself to eat mindfully, pay attention to my hunger signals. I

start to try and it feels like dieting to me - I get rigid about it and

obsessive. I think I might have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder around the whole

issue of food. I did join the Y yesterday - I haven't had a regular exercise

routine in years and I know it helps - both the mind and the body. I just need

to take care of myself. I really needed to get this off my chest. I am going

to start utilizing this group as a means of helping myself as well as the

exercise. Two positive steps I have taken this week. I have been lurking here

for 2 years and rarely post. A pregnancy distracted me and made me feel normal

for awhile and now one year post new baby I am really struggling with the food

issues again. There is so much helpful advice in this group and I am so glad

it's here.

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> Thank you!

> Georgi

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