Binge eating, can't stop

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Please help. I just can't stop binge eating, it's absolutely ridiculous and I don't know why I do it. It's like an addiction, I've had therapy and BWRT and for months I was doing really well but this past week I've just stiffed chocolate, chips, crackers, cheese and I cannot stop.
What can I do?

I’m being treated for this now, but it’s actually depression that’s the real problem. Do you think you could be depressed OP? Maybe start with a trip to the GP about the weight loss and the bingeing, and maybe discuss if depression could be at the root for you.

I’ve never used OA but it sounds like that could be the way to go based on the glowing reports here, could you find your nearest group?

[quote theyhavenothingbuttheaudacity]@hihellohihello binge eaters would never be able to allow themselves one square a day more than an anorexic would treat themselves to a McDonald's meal [/quote]

I struggled with binging for absolutely years but now can have a small amount of chocolate etc without it triggering a binge.

I really recommend continuing with the Brain Over Binge podcast. It's going to be small steps but you can overcome this ❤️

I’m in the same boat OP. I’ve got associations towards food that they’re good or bad. And when a binge is triggered I’ll eat anything (have been known to microwave a pack of rice to binge on). Mine seems to be very emotional. If I’m happy, I’ll eat (but not as much) but when I’m sad, low, upset. That’s when it really kicks in. Like you’ve said like I’m trying to fill a void. I’m very aware I’m not happy on my marriage and I’m also the highest weight I’ve ever been (I’m not classed as obese). For me, it’s one day at a time, or more accurately one hour at a time. Slowing myself down and asking if I’m really wanting what I’m about to put in my mouth. I’ve found in the past being restrictive around my “bad” foods has helped as after a while I don’t want to break my new routine but it’s a constant internal battle. My eldest child could have half a chocolate bar and put it in the fridge for another time but my middle child who has adhd would eat and eat. Binge eating is exhausting because you can’t avoid food. What I’m working at is identifying my triggers and how I react to them. And making small changes. But it’s not easy.

Thank you, yes that's exactly it.
I just need some oomph in my life, I'm very lazy would happily sit around and do nothing.
I also don't know what to eat. I'm starving right now but totally uninspired.

@Twilightstarbright - please could you share the details of the therapist? I’ve tried so many but still struggling!

@Onelifeonly22 i just sent you a PM

I used to as well OP.
Depression, anxiety and boredom were triggers for me.
I had to completely change how I viewed food and it was hard.
I view food now as fuel, nothing more. I need to eat to give me energy and nutrients. I'm fairly strict with portion control so not to overeat.
I stopped rewarding myself with food, again difficult at first.
I never buy multipacks of anything naughty nor share bags of anything.
I can now have a standard bar of chocolate, a single bag of crisps happily and that's enough these days.
When my MH slides, I sometimes feel like doing it but it doesn't happen often and I've so far not succumbed to binging. (MH Medication free for over 4 years and maybe 2 or 3 wobbles)
Good luck, You can do this.

Can you pm me too please I'd love to know details