[PrincessPlatinum]

I had a little exchange at the holiday party at work today. I was telling my coworker that I didn't want to try the mashed potatoes on the buffet because they looked like they had cheese in them. She replied that mac and cheese and potatoes are both carbs. She looked at me, and said something along the lines of: "You do know that, don't you?" And I just froze for a second. It wasn't what she said as much as the way she said it. It was sarcastic, rude, and disrespectful. She doesn't know about my eating disorder, so I can't fault her for saying something so triggering to me, but the way she said it was not okay. I rolled my eyes, because I knew she'd never understand. She asked why I did that, and I just said, "touched a nerve" because I didn't know how else to explain it. And then I binged hard. A ton of candy. Reese's, Hershey's, Kit Kats, Snickers'- all of it. After three weeks of not binging, I wrecked it all. I am so ashamed of myself. I just needed to share. Thanks guys.

[Skeezyks]

[lovinglifechick]

I'm so sorry to hear this, but I just wanted to say that I don't think you wrecked it all. I know I am also so sensitive to what I think people think about me and it sounds like that is what triggered the binge. You could see this as learning something about yourself. Just remember: consider the source! Is this a kind person? Is this the way YOU would treat someone? Is this person acting with compassion? There are many people out there who are judgmental, and that is THEIR problem. So I guess I would say--this binge can be a learning experience, can help you grow stronger and understand yourself better. Sending a hug and support to you.

Originally Posted by PrincessPlatinum

I had a little exchange at the holiday party at work today. I was telling my coworker that I didn't want to try the mashed potatoes on the buffet because they looked like they had cheese in them. She replied that mac and cheese and potatoes are both carbs. She looked at me, and said something along the lines of: "You do know that, don't you?" And I just froze for a second. It wasn't what she said as much as the way she said it. It was sarcastic, rude, and disrespectful. She doesn't know about my eating disorder, so I can't fault her for saying something so triggering to me, but the way she said it was not okay. I rolled my eyes, because I knew she'd never understand. She asked why I did that, and I just said, "touched a nerve" because I didn't know how else to explain it. And then I binged hard. A ton of candy. Reese's, Hershey's, Kit Kats, Snickers'- all of it. After three weeks of not binging, I wrecked it all. I am so ashamed of myself. I just needed to share. Thanks guys.

[Stronger]

Hi friend,
I want to offer you some support. I do not have BED, but I do have and ED. I've found that there are slips, lapses, and relapses. I don't think you relapsed, I think you just slipped. Don't beat yourself up too hard, dear. Tomorrow is a new day. You can keep moving forward in recovery. I believe in you!