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Eating Disorder Recovery - Self Help

Eating disorder recovery is possible!

I remember well how when I first decided that I was going to deal with my eating disorder, it was urgent that I start to put things into motion immediately.

And I think that was good. Putting everything into motion - medication (if necessary), the right therapy, etc does take time, but there are a number of things you can do right now to begin the process.

Putting these into practice will make you feel better, as you will know that you have taken the first steps towards gaining control.

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If you are very depressed, however, do see your doctor. He or she can prescribe anti depressants, which, used in the short term, can help you to achieve a calmer frame of mind and have more control over your thoughts.

A great way of giving yourself an instant boost is to grab a piece of paper and a pen, and give yourself a short time - a couple of minutes at the most, to write down all the dreams you've ever had but have never fulfilled.Try not to think too hard, let the thoughts come and write them down.

Choose one of those dreams and make a commitment to yourself to begin today to fulfill it. Then do it. Do whatever it takes - enroll on a college course, start saving towards visiting that dream destination, whatever it takes.

You will instantly boost your self esteem by doing this, and you will consciously focus your thoughts away from food and control and towards your new goal.

Depending on your financial circumstances, it may be easy or not for you to begin therapy.

Again, whatever it takes you must take the necessary steps towards this.

Throughout this website, I go on and on about cognitive behavioral therapy. That's because it really does work. Check out if there are any practicing therapists in your area, and see if you can make an initial appointment.

I guarantee you that you will never regret any money you spend - you will regain your life, and find happiness that you could never imagine at the moment.

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Also, check out the eating disorder recovery stories here, and the treatment and therapy pages. There's a lot of information and tips to help you on your way.


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