I struggle with a body-distortion issue. I understand how ****** it feels when you eat and then you are filled with immense guilt. I love to eat but have gone through long periods of intense dislike of my body. I imagine myself 20-30 lbs bigger and have to remind myself of my actual size. I did body-loving exercises in front of the mirror which has helped me become comfortable in my skin. I have stopped picking at myself for the most part (nervous tick now) but I still struggle with it. It gets easier to deal with, but it doesn't go away. My bp symptoms are easier to deal with then my body-distortion. Its almost like an obsession.

Having a good support system helps a lot. It may mean finding a therapist who specializes in it and can help you cope with that+ other issues. I pushed myself to accept my body with the help of my bf and family. They would catch me in my defeating thoughts and challenged my viewpoint. A good t should be able to do the same.