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Originally Posted by tigergirl
that sounds good rainbow 
i wonder why she thinks it's an addiction because you come on here? doing something regularly can be done without it being an addiction
I totally hear you about the eating side of things; how do you tell someone anything connected with that when it so obviously isn't an issue for them |
I told my T that I thought I was somewhat addicted to the forums and she agreed. I said it because I feel like I have to talk about my therapy here. If I start a thread, I keep checking for replies. If a couple of days go by and I don't start a thread, I feel compelled to do it. I like to answer and help people too, but there's something addictive for me about creating a thread and getting replies.
It's sort of similar to why I can't quit therapy. It gives me intensity, connection, warm feelings to the extent that I get upset if I can't get those things. It feels to me like an addiction.
Regarding eating issues, I suppose it's like any other issue we have. Our Ts don't have to have the same issue in order to help us. They usually don't. It's my problem of feeling embarrassed because I'm overweight and she's skinny.
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Originally Posted by 2ofme
Sorry to pick this point out of the whole thing - but just wondering if you dont mind me asking - are you overweight?
Im just asking because I am & my weight is always ballooning and then I will lose a bit and then it continues in a cycle. Some is medication weight but a lot was comfort eating etc but Im never brave enough to bring it up with my T - who is really thin. Its a big shame issue for me - good on u for bringing it up.
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Yes, I'm overweight but I don't have an ED. I would like to be thinner, and did lose 25 pounds about a year ago, but I gained it back. I've never had a T who was so thin, and I've asked her if she's okay, and she's said yes. I believe her. But I guess it is a shame issue for me too. After 2 years, I finally talked a little about my eating habits. I don't know if she can help me, but maybe she can. It's worth it to discuss comfort eating with your T. I think you can do it if I can!