This Month's Musings
Influence of Others
While fighting an eating disorder, we’re sensitive to the comments of others. Whether they’re loved ones or professionals, we take to heart what they say. Sometimes they don’t understand how their comments aren’t as helpful as they think. In addition, it’s such a vulnerable time for us and we tend to misinterpret what is said. The eating disorder voice tends to distort others’ comments.
When someone told me I was really thin, I loved that. When someone told me I looked just right, I felt I must not be thin enough. Either way, I was driven to keep losing weight. My dietitian made unprofessional comments, and I could have used her words as an excuse not to do my best to follow the meal plan. As hard as it was, I fought against allowing her comments to set me back. God strengthened me to persevere in my journey in spite of this obstacle.
This Week's Point to Ponder
“For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, ‘Do not fear, I will help you.’” Isa. 41:13
If you'd like to read "Musings" and "Points to Ponder" from previous months, browse the "ED Articles" page. You'll also find links to other articles I've written on past topics which include Admitting an Eating Disorder, Fear, When Others Don't Understand, Relapses, Journaling, Prayer, Getting Help, Guilt, Shame, Comparison, Meal Plans, Scripture, Friend or Foe, Control, Telling Others, Body Image, Support Groups, Depression, Pleasing Others, Scale, Sobering Moments, Suicidal Thoughts, When Help Isn't Helpful, Perseverance Clothes Shopping, Letting Go.
Watch for the following topics in upcoming months - What Recovery Looks Like, Over the Counter Medications. |
