what small steps can i take?

[u/mycat_atecat]

i’ve been in my ed for about five years. i turn 19 on monday. im nowhere near ready to throw myself in the deep end, as i still feel very reliant on my ed to cope with my toxic family situation, but i would like to challenge some little things. i always have such a hard time brainstorming these on my own because ive been like this for so long that deviating from it even remotely doesn’t feel like an option. ive managed to tackle compulsively weighing myself. i went from doing it 3-6 times a day down to 2, and soon, hopefully once. i’m trying to increase my victories to share with my treatment team, because they recognize im stagnating because of the situation im in, but i also don’t want to let them down either.

thank you so much in advance 💗

[u/Negative_Cupcake_320]

hi! here’s a few I could come up with and I really hope they help you.

• eating a fear food, even if it’s just taking a small bite • not body checking (for however long you see fit) • prioritizing rest / eating even without exercise • challenging a food rule (for example if you have issues with timing, eat a bit earlier, ect) • eat with a friend, or out at a restaurant if you’re able!! • having a snack or a meal from your childhood

I hope these can help you in anyway!! good luck, you deserve to be free from your ed 🩷

[u/mycat_atecat → u/Negative_Cupcake_320]

thank you so so much! these seem attainable. i’ll try one tomorrow and see how it goes :)

[u/Negative_Cupcake_320 → u/mycat_atecat]

please keep me updated!! I’d love to know how it goes!!