New from SF Bay Area
 

Hi! I'm a 41 y.o. divorcing gal, living in the San Francisco Bay Area. I'm 5'8.5", 150 lbs. I've been in a "upward" swing for about 2 months, but worried I'm going to "fall". I'm a long-time binge/overeater (I can remember overeating at age 8!). Despite reading all these posts, I feel so alone in my world. However, I am looking forward to getting to know some of you, being able to share my struggles and really learn to believe that these behaviors do not define me. I have major body image issues, which has been since I can remember (grew up with a much older sister who alternated b/t anorexia & bulimia). My family in general was and still is very focused on appearance & weight. I pretty much want to eat when I'm not doing something. So if I'm working, I'm fine. As soon as I have "free time" or I'm at home, the temptation is there, regardless of my "mood". I know I have a lot of triggers, and I'm just learning how to recognize them, and interrupt them, which is really tough as I use eating as a way NOT to feel anything. Thank you for having this forum, I know it will help me learn to love life, to look forward, to have health & love.

Just wanted to stop by and say welcome! I grew up in Northern California and miss being able to take a day trip to SF terribly. Absolutely love the bay area. Good luck on your journey :)

Welcome!

OK lucky you ...living in one of the best cities on the world....I'm an ex-resident!.
One step at a time....get out there and embrace it .... you can do it!!

Welcome and good luck on your journey!!!

Hi
You have a very similar life to mine. I know exactly what you've been through. I know you are a strong female and congrats for deciding to do something about it. Best of luck to you and know that you have thousands of women backing you up!!

Greetings from "up north"