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Dear Body: A Letter to Yourself
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 Thursday
...See more Hello everyone, Have you ever paused to take a moment to think about your relationship with your body?  We often have complex feelings about our bodies – sometimes love and appreciation, other times frustration or even dislike.  I guess it is all part of the journey. This exercise is part of Eating Disorder Awareness Week [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/GroupSupportCommunityEvents_2295/JoinUsforEatingDisordersAwarenessWeekFebruary24thFeb28_347433/].  As we celebrate the EDAW [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/GroupSupportCommunityEvents_2295/JoinUsforEatingDisordersAwarenessWeekFebruary24thFeb28_347433/], we are inviting you to participate in a meaningful exercise: writing a letter to your body.  It is your safe space to express *any* feelings you have, whether positive, negative, or somewhere in between.  Maybe you want to thank your body for its strength and resilience, or maybe you need to express some frustrations.  You can even share your hopes for your body's future. Please know there are no rules here.  You need to be honest, be vulnerable, and be you.  It is more about connecting with yourself and fostering a more mindful and kind relationship with your body. You can do it two ways:  1. Take a piece of paper and pen and write a letter to yourself. And let us know if you did it here in this thread and how did it make you feel.  2. If you are comfortable sharing your letter with us, you can share it here in this thread and we all can reflect and further discuss it as you feel comfortable.   3. Anyone can do this exercise and not limited to the ones who struggle with ED.  Whether you choose to share it with us or keep it private is entirely up to you.  We are simply here to encourage and support you on this journey of self-discovery and acceptance. Who's ready to write their letter?  Let's begin
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Eating Disorder Awareness: Blast from the Past Series
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 February 26th
...See more Hello everyone,  Welcome to our "Blast from the Past" series for the Eating Disorder Awareness Week [https://www.7cups.com/forum/groupmod/GroupSupportCommunityEvents_2295/JoinUsforEatingDisordersAwarenessWeekFebruary24thFeb28_347433/]. We are sharing a list of insightful and thought-provoking discussions and resources from our community archives. These threads offer a unique glimpse into past conversations, shared experiences, and collective wisdom surrounding eating disorders. Check them out and participate to share your thoughts and experiences.  Some threads and discussions related to the Skills  S.M.A.R.T goals [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/RecoveryMovingOn_1200/SMARTgoals_72205/)] Setting goals is crucial for recovery, but unrealistic goals can hinder progress.  Use the SMART framework to create effective goals: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.  When setting goals, ask yourself: How specific is it? How will I measure success? Is it achievable? Is it relevant to my situation? Is the timeframe realistic and healthy (especially important for eating disorder recovery, where rapid changes can be harmful)?  Recovery Skill: Self Soothe [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/RecoveryMovingOn_1200/RecoverySkillSelfSoothe_74064/] Self-soothing involves using your five senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, and taste) to create enjoyable experiences that signal to your brain that you're safe and everything is okay.  It helps regulate emotions by signaling safety to the brain. This can reduce stress, anxiety, and other difficult emotions, promoting a sense of calm and well-being. Recovery Skill: Behavior chain analysis [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/RecoveryMovingOn_1200/RecoverySkillBehaviorchainanalysis_74077/] Behavior chains help us understand our past coping mechanisms and their triggers. By mapping out the sequence of events leading to a "troubled behavior," we can identify points where intervention might be possible, allowing us to change the chain's course before reaching the undesired outcome.  The questions prompt reflection on the chain's practical application, benefits, and challenges in personal use. Wise Mind - Recovery skill [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/RecoveryMovingOn_1200/WiseMindRecoveryskill_73019/]  The Wise Mind recovery skill, rooted in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), is a powerful tool for individuals with eating disorders (EDs). It helps them find a balance between their emotional and rational minds, enabling them to make healthier choices that support their recovery. Some threads and discussions related to the Tips & Resources Friends & Family - How to Respond [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/FamilyFriendsofIndividualswithEatingDisorders_2046/FriendsFamilyHowtoRespond_324628/]  Supporting someone with an eating disorder requires careful communication.  It's crucial to validate their struggles and offer encouragement, focusing on their strength and progress rather than food or body image.  Asking them directly how you can best support them is helpful.  Avoid comments about weight, body shape, or food intake (how much or little they eat), as these can be triggering and reinforce disordered behaviors.  Understanding the underlying emotional issues connected to eating disorders is also important.  Sharing personal experiences from those with eating disorders can help loved ones understand what is helpful and hurtful to say. Tips for helping a loved one with an Eating Disorder [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/FamilyFriendsofIndividualswithEatingDisorders_2046/TipsforhelpingalovedonewithaEatingDisorder_59024/]  This forum post discusses eating disorders, offering warning signs, advice on how to help someone struggling, and what not to do.  It emphasizes the importance of approaching the topic with empathy, avoiding judgment and ultimatums, and focusing on the person's feelings rather than their weight or eating habits.   Recovery Jukebox! [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/RecoveryMovingOn_1200/RecoveryJukebox_174973/]  It shares a jukebox of recovery-themed songs. Share a song that inspires you, or record yourself singing it on Vocaroo and share the recording. ED Care Package [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/General_2454/IntroducingEatingDisorderCarePackage_324611/]  It is a "Small Steps and Support Care Package" for individuals recovering from eating disorders. This free, downloadable package offers self-care tips, mindfulness exercises, a relapse prevention plan, and helpful resources.  It is designed as a supportive gesture, not a replacement for professional help, to remind people they're not alone.  Share it with anyone who might benefit! Celebrate the Small Victories [Click here] [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/General_2454/EDAWeek6CelebratetheSmallVictories_324608/] It is a space to offer compassion and encouragement to those struggling with eating disorders.  This thread is dedicated to celebrating all victories, big or small, as crucial steps forward in the recovery journey. Explore these threads and join to share your insights, thoughts, and reflections. If you know of any thread or discussions related to Eating Disorder awareness or coping, please do share the link in the comments. 
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Introducing... Eating Disorder Care Package
by ASilentObserver
Last post
 February 24th
...See more We are excited to announce a new initiative: Small Steps and Support Care Package for individuals on their journey to recovery from eating disorders. This care package is filled with handpicked information and resources aimed at promoting self-care, mindfulness, and encouragement. They're not a replacement for professional treatment, but a small token of support to let someone know they're not alone and their journey is recognized.  What's included? * Coping Skills  * Relapse Prevention Plan * Steps to take care of yourself * Various resources and links You can view/ download the Eating Disorder Care Package here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MnhQnwjxpFnJ3aiK0j9d5OAE1eK7epEX/view?usp=drive_link] Feel free to bookmark, or share it with anyone who might need it. Your care and support would make a difference in someone's recovery journey!  @heather225 @KristenHR @dancat1128
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Struggling
by fearlessClementine6325
Last post
 Friday
...See more Hi my name is Katie. How is everyone doing? I’m struggling with a lot but the big things are eating stuff and body image issues. I don’t know what to do. I’m new to posting things too. I don’t know what to do. 
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Idkk
by littleDrum1586
Last post
 January 16th
...See more Hii I'm not sure what ED I have but TW I'm 17 and I have always thought I needed to lose weight I often will try to not eat at all then think what are you doing and I'll go eat or sometimes I just won't eat and I'll look at the calorie counter app and feel proud if i ate less than 1000 calories in a day but if I'm working out I'm thinking the whole time about how I'm not doing enough how lazy i am how i could've ran further did one more situo and things like that ive lost 10 pounds recently but im nit doing it in a healthy way I know im.not any advice or can antone tell me what eating disorder that is?
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New Year Check-in
by KristenHR
Last post
 January 5th
...See more Happy New Year! ------------------------- @agreeableWest1354 @Aydelotte @Catanaandmiagirl @courteousCar9137 @creativeDart @cyanPlatypus6370 @DavidOff @Deadtiredperson175 @dinomaskmaker1987 @dream88catcher @enigmaticOcean8813 @enlightenedDew4105 @eunicengg @Fluffymonster101 @friendlyEve3 @Georginahowe @GwydionRowan @Holly74 @infiniteforever12 @koli @KristenHR @LittleSunshine2036 @lxveyoongi @maxisthebest @Michelh1996 @MinecraftMob @myya2502 @notharinn @Phoenix22k @Ruby2468 @Rubylistens22 @sadcat13 @snugglesnow @stormieandpaws @Suen00 @TheMadHatterWasHere @Turtleonmyleftarm @Warriorprincess47
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Eating Disorder Support Automated Taglist - New
by theriverissinging
Last post
 January 3rd
...See more This thread controls an auto-updating taglist. To see the current list, go to Eating Disorder Support Taglist [https://rarelycharlie.github.io/taglist?30c2f12674c3d76b794a13ccbe111c5a]. To add yourself to this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words “Please add me.” To remove yourself from this taglist, press the Reply button in this post and write the exact words, “Please remove me.” Taglist to be used for check-ins, discussions, events and announcements. ------------------------- we'll be compiling the latest taglist through a process outlined here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/siteupdates/SuggestionsandProblemSolving_383/TeaCakeCompilingautomatedtaglists_291762/] every time we make a post.
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February 2022 Events - National Eating Disorders Awareness Week!
by rrretsuko
Last post
 September 19th, 2024
...See more hi, everyone ! <3 i hope you're all doing well :) starting today, february 21, this year's national eating disorders week has begun ! national eating disorders awareness week helps encourage people to engage in advocacy and raise awareness of eating disorders in their communities ! whether you struggle with anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating, pica, osfed (other specified), etc., you are completely valid and you absolutely can achieve a successful recovery <3 anyone-- no matter their age, gender, weight, body type, etc. can struggle with an eating disorder (even if it's behind closed doors). it's extremely important that we take the time to raise awareness and educate others on the truth about eating disorders ! they can be so destructive for some, and that is why i am so happy we have this lovely community to help make things at least a little bit better for those with eating disorders :) as someone who has been diagnosed with an eating disorder (anorexia nervosa), recovery can take quite some time <3 but that's okay and it's important to remember that it differs for everyone :) one other vital thing to note is that relapsing is normal-- the road to recovery is not easy at all, and we can slip up along the way. don't let that discourage you ! recovery can be achieved and obstacles can be overcome, even if it does take time here are some things you can try to remind yourself of along your journey : ❤️ you are beautiful ❤️ you are valid ❤️ you are doing a great job ❤️ you are worthy of love, self-care and care from others, support, and help ❤️ you can get through this ❤️ and, you have a whole community behind you :) <3 how is your journey to recovery going ? feel free to share what challenges have you may have encountered and if you have managed to overcome those challenges <3 or, even one thing you have learned along the way ? <3 we would love to hear from you !
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**Eating Disorder Check-ins** Week of June 30 - July 6, 2024
by KristenHR
Last post
 July 20th, 2024
...See more I hope this week brings you much joy and another step closer to recovery. Find the questions above for this week.  We'd love to hear how your recovery journey is going, as well as how you are doing.
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**Eating Disorder Check-ins** Week of July 14, 2024
by KristenHR
Last post
 July 16th, 2024
...See more Hi Everyone!  I hope this week is starting out well. I'd like to bring up self-care this week.  As you look at the graphic above, are there any particular things there or activities of your own that you'd like to do for self-care this week?  Is there anything that you enjoy doing already on a regular basis? I'd love to hear from you and what self-care activity you'd like to implement this week whether from the graphic above or one of your own.
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**Eating Disorder Check-ins** Week of July 7, 2024
by KristenHR
Last post
 July 10th, 2024
...See more Welcome to a new week! Hard to believe it is the second week of July already.  What do you want to accomplish this month for self-care?  What do you want to accomplish this month for your recovery journey?  What is one thing or thought you'd like to work on this month to applaud yourself for your hard work this month? Keep taking this one step at a time on your journey.  It is not a straight path, but rather multiple steps like climbing a rugged hill.  You sometimes have a straight path on the hill, and other times you have to step carefully because the stones are loose, and sometimes you even slide back a bit and have to get better footing. Please share how you're doing and your goals.
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**Eating Disorder Check-ins** Month of April 2024
by KristenHR
Last post
 May 6th, 2024
...See more April is here tomorrow.  As the graphic says, Do Recovery at your pace.  You know your needs. ------------------------- Check in with us this month and keep us updated on how you are doing and what you would need.  Let your voice be heard.
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Eating Disorder Community Chats - 2024
by KristenHR
Last post
 February 16th, 2024
...See more Join us every other week for discussion chats this year. ------------------------- If you wish to be added or removed from the taglist, please go here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/DiscussionsCheckins_1336/EatingDisorderSupportAutomatedTaglistNew_281025/]. @agreeableWest1354 @Catanaandmiagirl @courteousCar9137 @creativeDart @cyanPlatypus6370 @Deadtiredperson175 @dinomaskmaker1987 @dream88catcher @enlightenedDew4105 @eunicengg @friendlyEve3 @Georginahowe @GwydionRowan @Holly74 @koli @KristenHR @lxveyoongi @Michelh1996 @MinecraftMob @Ruby2468 @Rubylistens22 @sadcat13 @Suen00 @TheMadHatterWasHere @Warriorprincess47
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Eating Disorder Community Chats
by KristenHR
Last post
 December 28th, 2023
...See more Join us for discussion chats in our Eating Disorder Community. Adults - Friday, Dec 1 at 3 pm Eastern in the Eating Disorder support room.  Teens - Saturday, Dec 2 at 12 pm Eastern in the Teen Disorder support room.  The room will open 5-10 minutes prior to the discussion chat begins.  Please join us! Eating Disorder Guidelines * Refrain from mentioning specific weights or calorie counts to avoid triggering others. * Remember this is a support community - we should all be supportive of each other’s stories and struggles. * Everyone’s struggles are different; please avoid encouraging anyone to lose or gain weight. * Avoid overly graphic content and mark potentially sensitive posts with a ‘Trigger Warning’ at the top line of the post. * Pro-eating disorder content will not be tolerated. ------------------------- If you wish to be added or removed from the taglist, please go here [https://www.7cups.com/forum/eds/DiscussionsCheckins_1336/EatingDisorderSupportAutomatedTaglistNew_281025/]. @agreeableWest1354 @Catanaandmiagirl @courteousCar9137 @creativeDart @cyanPlatypus6370 @dinomaskmaker1987 @dream88catcher @enlightenedDew4105 @eunicengg @friendlyEve3 @Georginahowe @GwydionRowan @Holly74 @koli @KristenHR @lxveyoongi @Michelh1996 @MinecraftMob @Ruby2468 @Rubylistens22 @sadcat13 @TheMadHatterWasHere @Warriorprincess47 @ASilentObserver
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From emotional eating to loss of Appetite
by VioletSurvival0
Last post
 December 14th, 2023
...See more Huy guys,  So I am going through something I never experienced regarding my eating disorder. I have struggled with emotinal and binge eating disorder for more than 7 years now, sometimes I gained <edit> in few months. I used to eat whenever I feel pain or lonely or hurt or in need of love, whenever I feel empty or being swoallowen by a huge black hole of despair. Sometimes I felt like I had to push food into my mouth until I suffocate myself. And it always ended up with a lot of giult, a lot of disguest with myself, and sometimes laying on my bed and feeling like I am a pile of shetty garbage.  In the last three months I experieced another kind of eating disorder that I never been into in my whole life. After the loss of someone I loved, getting to know that he is going to be married with a woman his parents chose for him; suddenly I don't feel like eating. I have no appetite at all, even twoard things I used to really like and crave, or twoard sweets that once helped me improving my mood. Even when I eat things I used to like, I don't enjoy it anymore.  I would stay the whole day without food, and I won't even feel like eating. Sometimes I feel like I am going to throw up when I am eating, I will leave the table before I finish my plate. Mostly I will have only one meal per day, rarely two, and whatever I am eating happens only to help me survive my day at work. I lost <edit> in less than three months without a diet, nor an exercise, just for loss of appetite. I have extreme stomach pain all the time, but my physical checkups are all fine. So it's not physical.  Does anyone know if it's normal to change the eating disorder type from the extreme opposite to the extreme opposite like this? BTW, for now it's not getting dangeroiuse because I am losing the <edit> I gained one year ago, but I think later this could be a problem, isn't it? Thanks if you read until here, I would like to hear what you think of this.  Best

Eating Disorder Support

Welcome to Eating Disorder Support! We are welcoming you with open arms and hope to be part of your recovery journey. All are welcome to participate, whether you are a family member watching a loved one struggling or struggling yourself. 


What are the different forum topics for Eating Disorder Support?

Anorexia Nervosa Support: A place for you to discuss issues relating to Anorexia Nervosa. 

Binge Eating Disorder Support: A place for you to discuss issues relating to Binge Eating.

Bulimia Support: A place for you to discuss issues relating to Bulimia.

Discussions & Check-ins: A place for general discussions and regular community check-ins.

General Support: Need any other support that doesn’t fit within another topic? Post it here!

Family and Friends of Individuals with Eating Disorders: Watching a loved on struggle with an Eating Disorder? Discuss it here.

Introductions, Fun & Games: A place to introduce yourself and take part in a variety of fun, games and icebreakers.

Recovery & Moving On: Recovering from an Eating Disorder? Share your story here!


How can I help?

You can help us by simply responding to threads and sharing your story (if you're comfortable). Check-in with us, join a discussion, or start one! Alternatively, you can join us as a Forum Leader. Check out this thread for more information.


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Eating Disorder FAQ

Q: Are there any sub-community-specific guidelines that we need to adhere to?

A: You can find Sub-community-specific guidelines below, which you should follow in addition to the general forum guidelines.


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The following are some guidelines specific to the Eating Disorder Sub-Community that we request you to follow along with the general Forum Guidelines. The purpose of these guidelines is to ensure a safe and supportive space for everyone, within this sub-community.

  • Refrain from mentioning specific weights or calorie counts to avoid triggering others.
  • Remember this is a support community - we should all be supportive of each other’s stories and struggles.
  • Everyone’s struggles are different; please avoid encouraging anyone to lose or gain weight.
  • Avoid overly graphic content and mark potentially sensitive posts with a ‘Trigger Warning’ at the top line of the post.
  • Pro-eating disorder content will not be tolerated.
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