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And during a slump, that's when the "do it perfectly, or don't do it at all" mentality really sets in.
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What is a slump like for you? How are your feelings different during a slump?
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Perfectionism is a big problem of mine.
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Is your perfectionism self-oriented: do you have self-imposed standards that may be unrealistic? And/or is it oriented toward others: do you go to great lengths to appear to be without defects or weaknesses in front of others? (Was that part of the problem in gym: you felt you would appear inadequate in front of the entire class?)
Bingeing often has a practical purpose, which is to take the mind off of other problems, to help cope in the short-run. Do you find that bingeing helps numb your feelings or distract you from them?
In particular, it sounds like you feel that you have not accomplished or are not accomplishing enough in your life; you aren't perfect or close enough to perfection. Does bingeing help you cope with these feelings of imperfection?
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I'm glad to hear that today was a little better, that you feel a little bit of contentment.
