tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post1348185543244286704..comments2023-09-10T01:28:55.477+10:00Comments on Thin Enough to go to the Gym?: A Confession : I Have an Eating DisorderKatiePhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13962526535740779738noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-82184255793643826972009-09-21T12:05:57.357+10:002009-09-21T12:05:57.357+10:00Hi Katie, I've been subscribed to your blog fo...Hi Katie, I've been subscribed to your blog for a while now and I have been wondering about this. I'm so glad you're able to recognise it before it goes too far. If you decide to start a new blog dedicate dto getting healthy I will subscribe to that too.Nesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03494714271042673042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-6360338046936676122009-09-21T09:57:18.936+10:002009-09-21T09:57:18.936+10:00It takes a lot of courage to admit our weaknesses ...It takes a lot of courage to admit our weaknesses and problems. It took my Coach and I a lot of work over a few years to get my mindset healthy with regards to food. It can be overcome, and you have taken the two most important steps in doing so. Admitting it, and getting help for it.<br /><br />I can't imagine anyone not supporting another person going through this. I can't imagine anyone judging you for what you are fighting right now. And if this person exists, then it is better off that they disappear and stop reading your blog and let you get on and do what you have to do without distractions.<br /><br />Strength to you honey, it will be a long hard journey, but it will be worth it in the end and you will learn so much about yourself xxxRaeChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09308626116618907584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-61906035803107930172009-09-21T08:41:02.367+10:002009-09-21T08:41:02.367+10:00Powerful post. I have been dealing with similar is...Powerful post. I have been dealing with similar issues--hence some of my struggles with the 100 day challenge. You are even more of an inspiration for putting this out there-I look forward to following your journey!Jennaliveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12666937729595728230noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-55154376295862396422009-09-21T07:52:49.045+10:002009-09-21T07:52:49.045+10:00It's really great that you have spoken about t...It's really great that you have spoken about this on your blog as I'm sure there are many folks out there that have the same problem and don't even realise it or want to admit it. Us bloggers need to come forward with these issues-I think it really helps us and others at the same time. Helps us all to be more honest and healthy! Good for you!Raechellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15065910010184139456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-50616962317171934572009-09-21T05:26:09.142+10:002009-09-21T05:26:09.142+10:00Just found your blog and read this entry. it makes...Just found your blog and read this entry. it makes perfect sense to me as I can relate to so many of your list. I've been to the point where dieting became all consuming and defined who I was as a person. I now hope I have made it onto the right road and can now lose weight while still being me and live in the real world.<br /><br />If you can accept hugs from a stranger - here is one from meAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-437655240821101962009-09-21T02:18:16.834+10:002009-09-21T02:18:16.834+10:00you are a very strong person for opening up like t...you are a very strong person for opening up like that. i can honestly say that i do about 90-95% of the things that you listed. I thought I was the only one and didn't realize those are unhealthy traits. It is very true though. I am glad you have found some peace. I have also found peace, I believe and hope it will last. Instead of abandoning the challenge, you should just change your challenge. You said it yourself, this is OUR challenge and we can make our own rules. Change your goals to doing what makes you happy and healthy. You are a very inspiring person and have helped many through your honesty, i can assure you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-76844470416132074752009-09-21T02:07:21.876+10:002009-09-21T02:07:21.876+10:00Hi Katie,
First of all I always was drawn to your ...Hi Katie,<br />First of all I always was drawn to your posts because I connected with your struggles about food, diet and body image struggle. I always felt you gave great advice when you speak so eloquently and reach out to us and share your life. I know you have learnt so much these past 5 years, as I have too come to realise it's all about self love first. I hope you continue to inspire me with your wisdom and great advice!CathyChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10454904674379005276noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-10975754286304897592009-09-20T23:39:19.663+10:002009-09-20T23:39:19.663+10:00I've done almost all of those things over the ...I've done almost all of those things over the past 5 years (with the exceptions of the laxatives/colonics). I was mostly 'recovered', but up till a week or so ago, I still weighed 'danger' food when at home and I would occasionally get back into obsessively logging food, thinking it was keeping me on track. <br /><br />I've been doing my own little 'intuitive eating' challenge for a week or so now and I hope to keep going.<br /><br />My stimulus was a trip to NYC where we walked EVERYWHERE - it was a 'free day' for me (not doing those now either) so I could in theory eat what I wanted. And I did - but I was so busy that I had to think 'just what do I want'. Yep - I ate some junk, but no binging and at the end of the day I can say that by deciding to eat the yummiest thing I could find and bypass all the stuff I really didn't want, I came out ahead. Of course, walking from one end of manhattan to the other didn't hurt! :)<br /><br />Oh, and I didn't blow up like a balloon either. Even with pizza and ice cream. :P Who eats protein powder while strolling down 5th ave?featherznoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-29957191242102999482009-09-20T22:00:13.332+10:002009-09-20T22:00:13.332+10:00Katie, yep me...been there and recognise many of ...Katie, yep me...been there and recognise many of the things on the list. Email me anytime trudii88@bigpond.net.au TrudxTrudihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07173186423629858420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-77344857062057531802009-09-20T20:59:22.285+10:002009-09-20T20:59:22.285+10:00Thank you to everyone for your overwhelming love a...Thank you to everyone for your overwhelming love and support. Thankfully, I am in a much better place now -- I couldn't have written this post while I was in the middle of it.<br /><br />I needed to write this post to document where I began and to remind myself why I am focusing my energy on healing myself from the inside. This is my 'away from' motivation -- the dark place I am leaving behind for good.<br /><br />It is wonderful to know that I am not alone [and stop crying Ferny -- it's all good ♥]KatiePhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13962526535740779738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-20810445242625569342009-09-20T20:53:25.111+10:002009-09-20T20:53:25.111+10:00You've taken the first and hardest step and th...You've taken the first and hardest step and that's admitting there's a problem Katie. Like Kek, this isn't news for me because I recognised the signs a long time ago having been through them myself. Life doesn't have to be this way and it can and will be better, I can assure you. You have my full support and I'm here if you need me. <br /><br />Lia xxxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-73011222379411325902009-09-20T20:38:16.787+10:002009-09-20T20:38:16.787+10:00It takes a lot to share this Katie and I am really...It takes a lot to share this Katie and I am really happy to hear you are getting assistance...<br /><br />Hugs<br />KristyKristyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12057429568641284737noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-23699719937448597972009-09-20T18:13:14.790+10:002009-09-20T18:13:14.790+10:00You're very brave for admitting this babe.
Hop...You're very brave for admitting this babe.<br />Hope that you continue to get the help that you need just now.<br /><br />I know I don't comment a lot but I do think about you, and worry.<br /><br />Hugs<br />S XMummahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07834065551195372429noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-88860349112055817482009-09-20T17:27:45.485+10:002009-09-20T17:27:45.485+10:00Big hug, Katie.
You're really crap at keeping...Big hug, Katie.<br /><br />You're really crap at keeping a secret though, I've known for quite a while.... It's good that you're talking about it - that's a positive step.<br /><br />xxKekhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02545413219256990483noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-82652632780026799392009-09-20T16:58:16.004+10:002009-09-20T16:58:16.004+10:00Katie - i have read and re-read this post over and...Katie - i have read and re-read this post over and over today and cry when i read it. Cry because you write straight from the heart and it hits a chord with me everytime.....Fuck dieting - it sucks - i know personally it has given me issues, i think of life before dieting and fuck it was good. I want those days back. I dont need to be eating out of fucking tupperware for the rest of my life to be happy. So i'm with you all the way - leaving the FUCKING MESS behind me and moving on with lots of strength and a smile on my face xx<br />My new blog: http://strongbitchme.blogspot.com/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-2692589968755617152009-09-20T15:23:56.177+10:002009-09-20T15:23:56.177+10:00Hey Katie. (((hugs))) It's ok. A happy and ...Hey Katie. (((hugs))) It's ok. A happy and healthy life is the most important thing and we all struggle in doing what we need to achieve that and what we THINK we need to achieve it. Things don't always go according to plan and our thought processes aren't always what they should be. <br /><br />Yes you strayed off the course but you know that, and have sought help and you are doing what is needed to make it better. I will definitely be here to support you xxx FrankieFifihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12224341176993079007noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-22876727599407843022009-09-20T14:24:59.697+10:002009-09-20T14:24:59.697+10:00Hi Katie,
I have been wrestling with some of this...Hi Katie,<br /><br />I have been wrestling with some of this myself as you know, although I have always had one eating disorder or another,I am trying to find my way back to 5 years ago when all this was fun and HEALTHY. When I had energy and still allowed myself treats. I think we need to rethink "dieting" and learn to eat HEALTHY. I won't ramble any further because I still haven't figured it out, but you haven't lost me as a reader either, I always enjoy your writing and I hope really hope you do find the happy place you are looking for :) *hugs*Tearosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07879039598306281947noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-29945397090626026792009-09-20T14:23:34.498+10:002009-09-20T14:23:34.498+10:00Dear Katie, I'm so glad you are on the way to ...Dear Katie, I'm so glad you are on the way to recovery. Having my own demons I understand, in a way, how hard it must have been to get to this point. As strong independent women often we tink we can deal with these things ourselves and feel bad if we 'can't'. I'm so glad you are receiving the help you need. You have supported me over the years, and thank you for that. No way would I abandon your blog. I wish you all that you need for your recovery. ErikaErikahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11251324929569746154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-77707738721831867952009-09-20T13:12:54.641+10:002009-09-20T13:12:54.641+10:00This comment has been removed by the author.LizNhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09959963667267205981noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-57025404354558295752009-09-20T13:05:40.979+10:002009-09-20T13:05:40.979+10:00Hi Katie,
I've been a regular reader of your ...Hi Katie,<br /><br />I've been a regular reader of your blog for sometime. I read your list and saw many aspect of my own personality there - thanks for being strong and posting this.... time to face my inner demons....<br />JodieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22078522.post-19000595642176299612009-09-20T12:05:01.584+10:002009-09-20T12:05:01.584+10:00i am happy that you have gotten some help and are ...i am happy that you have gotten some help and are on the road to recovery. you know what i think, we've emailed privately in the past and nothing has changed, you are doing the right thing getting help. you know how much i can identify with your list and have done so for about eight years.<br /><br />i'm getting better. i won't shout "i'm cured!" from the rooftops, but i'm improving.<br /><br />take care of yourself and do not worry about your challenge or your coaching service because none of it matters as much as getting well. xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com