[Locke]

Hello friends,

I've used this site before under a different username, but I wanted to get a fresh start so here I am. 27/f from Berkeley, CA. Very overweight (388 lbs) and 5'9". I've been struggling with my weight my whole life and have bulimia to boot. It is hard for me to tell the difference between self-discipline that is coming from a loving place and abuse that comes from self hatred. I have been off yo-yo dieting on extreme diets and then having binges. So with the new year here I'm trying to take care of myself and eat sensibly with the goal of losing 10 pounds per month and loving myself no matter what. Thanks for the support that I know I will receive from you all.

[eliamina]

You've come to a great place for support! I am new to this site and it's already helping me so much. Self love is sometimes really hard to find, but you have to believe that you are absolutely wonderful just the way you are- and any changes you want to make in your life are for YOU! Try your best to find a healthy, well balanced diet- even if the weight loss is a little bit slower, it will be better for your health and for you to maintain it! If you feel that self hatred coming on, maybe try coming on here and looking through some threads for support. We're all here for each other!

[Jacqui_D]

Hi Locke! BACK! As you browse around, be sure to check out the Chicks in Control forum. I'm sure you can get lots of good advice there on the issue of bingeing. I wish you the best! You can do this! Good luck!