I'm the same way with crowds. People often don't understand how someone can be really outgoing (as I am) and yet still be an "introvert" but it's all about where you get your energy from. People deplete me. Being alone regenerizes me!
Yayayay! SO HAPPY to read this from you today:) And yes, the anxiety is bad at teh beginning but you'll find it goes away faster this time:)
Ha - we're both sick today! Misery loves company;) But seriously this: " If I have to pick between being skinny and having this life (living with my boyfriend, moving to North Carolina, doing science, having kids someday) I pick this life." is huge!! I know I say that to you a lot (every comment?) but it really is. Reading this from the outside, it is clear how far you've come and I'm so proud of you! Every time you make those little choices that say "I choose this life", it gets easier and the ED thoughts get further away. I love it!
Oh Sue! I'm so sorry you are dealing with this too! Just FYI, those BEI (bioelectrical impedence) devices are notoriously inaccurate. Out of all the body fat measurements those are the least accurate and the most variable depending on your hydration etc. I'm glad you realized anyhow that the number shouldn't take away your self-confidence!
Thank you so much for your encouragement Missy!
Thank you Jody! I think YOU are amazing!!
Thank you so so much for this Lora! You made me get all teary:) This comment means the world to me and I totally think of you as a friend too - glad we still have each other! Thanks for all the love, support and encouragement!
Glad to know I'm not alone! I swear your my long-lost sister sometimes! But seriously, skip the Bod Pod!
" but part of a full recovery is recognising that a) those numbers are not based on factual evidence, and b) there is no right number because our bodies are not static entities." Thank you so much for this reminder - I really needed to hear it! And yes, I AM really happy with my new muscles and IE and my peace around food - I guess that's why I was so frustrated that I could lose it so quickly...
Thank you - this really means a lot to me:) I really appreciate all your support!
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