distorted self-image - Eating Disorder Recovery Message Board

kendy · 05-13-2001, 07:41 PM

I am so angry and frustrated and annoyed, (ETC!) about looking in the mirror and only seeing fat! Will it always be this way??? I know rationally that I am at a healthy weight for my height. But I just want to vaccuum out my hips, stomach and thighs! Why can't I just be happy with myself!!! This disorder makes me so angry! NO matter what I eat I am still seeing this huge cow in the mirror!
Does anyone out there have the ability and know-how to overcome these distorted images??? Please let me know how!

LilyElise · 05-14-2001, 07:40 PM

I can't tell you exactly how to get better~I will tell you with help and time things do get better. Try talking to someone you trust that can help you.
Lily

Persophone · 05-15-2001, 04:44 AM

Kendy,

I wish I knew what to tell you.... I have the same problem all I see and think about is my fat ..sigh In fact, I exhaust myself worrying about it.

I can, at least, tell you that you are not alone

Rachel

jemma · 05-15-2001, 05:54 PM

Going for a week without looking at the scales and only looking in the mirror briefly, might get your mind off it...

kendy · 05-15-2001, 08:07 PM

thanks for the advice or for just realating everyone. I know there is no quick easy answer.. but i still wish there was one! :-)

my therapist had suggested i put a sheet over the mirror for a while but I can't imagine going out not knowing what i look like. has anyone tried this?