I struggled most of my life with loving myself .I became an emotional eater at a young age and ate all my feelings. It caused me to become over weight. I'm still struggling today to lose it. I was sexually abused by my bilogical father starting at the age of four .I finally told when I was 8. It affected me in a big way. All I've ever wanted is to share my story and let others know that they are not alone.
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You’re right, hon...YOU are not alone. I, too, have struggled with my weight my entire life. I began ”eating my feelings,” at a young age and still struggle today. I am so sorry to hear that you were abused by the one person that you should’ve been able to trust. I hope that you’ve reached out for help from family, friends and/or a therapist/support group. You’re not alone ! -hugs-
To read such vulnerability is inspiring to so many to not be silent and we are not alone. Hugs because you are amazing, and love because you deserve it
After my second sexual attack i ate my feelings into oblivion. I just wanted men to leave me alone, I didn't want to be touched, i just wanted everyone to leave me alone. Isolation is never a good tactic, but who has a perfect coping skill? No one i know, realizing unhealthy behaviors may be the beginning to finding better coping skills.