I've been lurking for a few weeks now and finally decided to join. This seems to be such a supportive community. I decided to start getting healthy two years ago. I was over 350 pounds and a binge eater. I also was struggling with depression and anxiety.
I'm happy to report that now I am down to 230 pounds, my binges are fewer and farther apart and my depression and anxiety has gotten much better too! I still have some weight to lose but I'm trying to concentrate on being healthy and happy and letting the weight come off as a pleasant "side effect"
Both my psychiatrist and therapist told me I should try to find some sort of online support group and I agreed. I'm so happy to have found this place.
Wow that is a fantastic start, congrats girl! And i am so happy to hear some of your other concerns are being aleviated as well. I'm new too, but I'm pretty sure this community is going to be a great tool.
I'm recovering from BED too and my therapist said the same, go figure they might be on to something, lol. It is a wonderful support and a huge part of the success I've had.
Super job on your weight loss! That is a great accomplishment!
If you will read and post often on 3FC, you will find that it is a huge help to you in so many ways.
Nice to have you here!
Wow Bee congratulations on such a successful weight loss so far, and best of luck with continuing on with the loss until you reach your goal! :-) I'm a new member too - just joined today! Feel free to send me a private message if you ever need support or someone to talk to :-D