I have a serious problem.

[Matt Murdock]

When life gets me down, I take out my guitar and dedicate myself to learning one song perfectly. Then, once I've perfected the music, my stress has been alleviated.

 

[black_dust]

Yeah, and then I may get addicted to that and become a...bulimic.

The ability to see dead people???? cool!!

 

[DV8]

Well, there is the risk of him becoming addicted to *********ion though. Probably not the best idea lol.

you're right, pickles . . . maybe he should try good ol' fashion bj's instead

seriously though . . . exercise is the answer to this problem; instead of debilitating your health, it would do the opposite while simultaneously promoting happiness through endorphins and other natural states of ephoria . . .

 

[enterthemadness]

Well, there is the risk of him becoming addicted to *********ion though. Probably not the best idea lol.

I... don't do that often and rather not any way. Used to be addicted though.

You're missing the point, do this on top of that as a replacement. Because this will turn into drinking or something worse, possibly, if it goes unchecked. Trust me. I bought a heavy bag and simple set of weights, to focus my stress and anger at.

Work out more often? Got injured. I can't push carts 9-5 or 8-5, then work out at 6:30 that night, and push carts 9-5 or 8-5 the next day. Messed up my right shoulder/upper right part of back doing that already. It's fine now though since I only work out on my days off now.

 

[DV8]

^you need to find something constructive then . . . building models, meditation (focusing on your problems and thinking of ways to deal with them), posting on SHH! *shrug*

 

[TBadora]

I binge eat sometimes when I get depressed or stressed out. And it's mainly sweets and crap like that. and it seems to be every week or few week(s).

I just felt like I needed to get that out in the open.

HERE IS THE BEST ADVICE I CAN GIVE YOU:

Whenever you are about to binge eat, go out and do something to get your mind off it. While you are distracting yourself, eat something healthy (making sure it takes at least 20 minutes to eat, because that's how long it takes for your brain to register that it has food in the stomach) or drink lots of water. The key is to get your stomach full without actually eating anything harmful (ie: water, vegetables, fruits etc...). You must learn to lessen the amount you eat during an attack, steadily but not necessarily slowly. Binge eating is a habit. All habits are difficult to get rid of, but take only seconds to treat. Keep working at it and soon your habit would have shifted to the healthy routine you've developed.

I hope you the best.

 

[AndThePickles]

Yeah, find a hobby!

 

[Badger]

I... don't do that often and rather not any way. Used to be addicted though.



Work out more often? Got injured. I can't push carts 9-5 or 8-5, then work out at 6:30 that night, and push carts 9-5 or 8-5 the next day. Messed up my right shoulder/upper right part of back doing that already. It's fine now though since I only work out on my days off now.

Well find something else then, a alternative to the eating, that's the point. Exercise is a great way to release some stress, but if that doesn't work for you than try learning something new. Anything that's going to take your mind off the issues and the food, that isn't equally destructive.

 

[xGEMSKIx]

^you need to find something constructive then . . . building models, meditation (focusing on your problems and thinking of ways to deal with them), posting on SHH! *shrug*

drawing, even if you cant draw! or cooking helps bake some cakes or sumfin! or get clay! thats fun.

 

[DV8]

drawing, even if you cant draw! or cooking helps bake some cakes or sumfin! or get clay! thats fun.

yes!! draw!! I'm actually pretty good, but I've been drawing since I was young, but art has proven to be a very theraputic past-time, and is even used to treat some mild emotional/psychological problems . . .

 

[xGEMSKIx]

ive been drawing since about 2 years ago out of sheer curiosity... i am doing it as A level now so... i found a (kinda) talent! i can't paint though...

its very relaxing though!

 

[Badger]

drawing, even if you cant draw! or cooking helps bake some cakes or sumfin! or get clay! thats fun.

Good Idea!!
Bad, Very Bad Idea!! (he'd just eat everything he cooked )

 

[xGEMSKIx]

maybe the cooking thing is just me then hehe... i like the bit were u eat it.

 

[Arkady Rossovich]

I binge eat sometimes when I get depressed or stressed out. And it's mainly sweets and crap like that. and it seems to be every week or few week(s).

I just felt like I needed to get that out in the open.

You should stop that,otherwise you will end up a fat basterd like everyone else.

 

[enterthemadness]

You should stop that,otherwise you will end up a fat basterd like everyone else.

So, you're fat then?

Thanks for the feedback guys.

 

[fu manchu]

if you can't find any alternative activities (as suggested), ....you could make your binge eating habit......into a sport.

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but make that a last resort.

 

[chaseter]

This thread makes me hungry...

^And to the above, Kobayashi is my hero.

 

[Kritish]

I binge eat sometimes when I get depressed or stressed out. And it's mainly sweets and crap like that. and it seems to be every week or few week(s).

I just felt like I needed to get that out in the open.

 

[enterthemadness]

Just want to point out what I feel while doing this/when this happens.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bulimic

Bulimia nervosa, commonly known as bulimia, is an eating disorder and psychological condition in which the subject engages in recurrent binge eating followed by feelings of guilt, depression, and self-condemnation and intentional purging to compensate for the excessive eating, usually to prevent weight gain (see anorexia nervosa)

A sense of lack of control over eating during the episode (e.g., a feeling that one cannot stop eating or control what or how much one is eating).

Self-evaluation is unduly influenced by body shape and weight.

Some bulimics do not regard their cycles as a problem, while others despise and fear the vicious and uncontrollable cycle.[6] Bulimics may appear underweight, normal weight or overweight.

Non-purging type occurs in only approximately 6%-8% of bulimia cases, as it is a less effective means of ridding the body of such a large number of calories. It involves doing excessive exercise or fasting after a binge, to counteract the large amount of calories previously ingested. This often occurs in purging-type bulimics, but is a secondary form of weight control

Bulimia is related to deep psychological issues and feelings of lack of control. Sufferers often use the destructive eating pattern to feel in control over their lives.[9] They may hide or hoard food and overeat when stressed or upset. They may feel a loss of control during a binge, and consume great quantities of food (over 20,000 calories.)

Bulimia is more prevalent among Caucasians

Many bulimics also have anxiety or mood disorders. One study found anxiety in 75% of bulimic patients. Prominent mood disorders include depression and substance abuse. Recent research suggests that depression is caused by the eating disorder.[13] Bulimics are also more likely to attempt suicide and engage in impulsive behaviors.

And there's plenty of bad reasons not to do this.

Bulimia can cause following health problems:

• Malnutrition
• Dehydration
• Electrolyte imbalance, which can cause cardiac arrest or brain damage by stroke
• Hyponatremia
• Damaging of the voice
• Vitamin and mineral deficiencies
• Teeth erosion and cavities, gum disease
• Salivary gland swelling (sialadenosis)
• Potential for gastric rupture during periods of binging
• Esophageal reflux
• Irritation, inflammation, and possible rupture of the esophagus
• Laxative dependence
• Peptic ulcers and pancreatitis
• Emetic toxicity due to ipecac abuse
• Swelling of the face and cheeks, especially the lower eyelids, due to the high pressure of blood in the face during vomiting; for the same reason Purpura can occur, a rash caused by burst blood vessels.
• Callused or bruised fingers
• Dry or brittle skin, hair, and nails, or hair loss
• Lanugo
• Edema
• Muscle atrophy
• Decreased or increased bowel activity
• Digestive problems that may be triggered, including celiac and Crohn's disease
• Low blood pressure (hypotension)
  • Orthostatic hypotension
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Iron deficiency
• Anemia
• Hormonal imbalances
• Hyperactivity
• Depression
• Insomnia
• Amenorrhea
• Infertility
• High risk pregnancy, miscarriage, still-born babies
• Diabetes
• High blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
• Ketoacidosis
• Osteoporosis
• Arthritis
• Weakness and fatigue
• Chronic fatigue syndrome
• Cancer of the throat or cancer of the voice box
• Liver failure
• Kidney infection and failure
• Heart failure, heart arrhythmia, angina
• Seizure
• Paralysis
• Death caused by heart attack or heart failure; lung collapse; internal bleeding, stroke, kidney failure, liver failure; pancreatitis, gastric rupture, perforated ulcer, depression and suicide.

 

[jaguarr]

I eat 1-2 a day already. But I'm not hungry when binge eating. I used to do it because the crap tasted so sweet and good...now it's the stress out and depression. I don't know how long I can keep doing this without gaining weight and not having any major health problems. I fear it be more sooner than later before something bad happens to me with the out of control binge eating.

New rule: whenever you feel stressed or depressed, do 20-30 minutes of cardio. Take a walk. Go for a bike ride. Get on the stair stepper or elliptical. If you're at work or in a meeting or somewhere that you can't get out and do a little bit of light cardio like that, then keep one of those squishy stress management squeeze balls in your hand and maul the f**k out of it. The idea is that you need to create more positive stress and depression management tools for yourself than eating junk food and light cardio is proven to reduce stress, anxiety and depression. And if you HAVE to eat, make it some celery or carrot sticks or something good for you but still with a satisfying crunch to it. The suggestions of finding yourself a creative outlet or hobby like learning another sport or something are also good.

P.S. - Bananas are good for you (great source of potassium), but they don't speed up your metabolism.


jag

 

[enterthemadness]

Thanks for the advice, Jag. I'll buy one of those stress relievers things tomorrow when on one of my breaks at work.

Would playing Madden 08 or reading a book be good, too?

Haven't tried celery and don't care for carrot sticks, do like bananna's and brocolli though.

 

[jaguarr]

Would playing Madden 08 or reading a book be good, too?

Absolutely!

Haven't tried celery and don't care for carrot sticks, do like bananna's and brocolli though.

Bananas and broccoli are good options, too. Even a handful of mixed nuts would be a good way to go.

jag

 

[Jerry!]

I recommend binge murdering.

 

[Lunar_Wolf]

What you need to do is find something to occupy your mind. Go for a walk. Do something active. If you do binge eat, exercise the next day. Try not to get bored.

 

[WalterKovacs]

I binge eat sometimes when I get depressed or stressed out. And it's mainly sweets and crap like that. and it seems to be every week or few week(s).

I just felt like I needed to get that out in the open.

Well, having the sack to get it out in the open and being able to admit it is the first big step, I'm fairly certain. But have you considered seeing a psychiatrist, seeing as how you have an unhealthy outlet for releasing what sounds like hefty amounts of stress?

And if it makes you feel better, a lot of people like my self do that.