#ed help

Help lines/services

Below are some helplines for eating disorders.

Australia - 1800 33 4673

America - (800) 931-2237

(I couldn't find any others, but I'm sure a quick google search would help you. Let me know if you'd like me to add extras!)

In addition, therapy can be funded by the Government if you get an assessment and diagnosis. I'm aware not everyone can afford this, but if you have access to this, it could be a great tool!

HEALTHY coping mechanisms

For not eating (do NOT try these if you suffer from 4n4rexia, or are in a position where you are hungry/st@rving. These are intended for people who suffer from unhealthy amounts of binging, bvlim!a or binge eating d!sord3r).

-Drinking water (can replace the motion of eating, as that's normally what we get addicted to)

-Eat some fruit (like berries or grapes, because eating a lot of them won't do anything - in fact, they're healthy and sweet, so they're a great replacement for sweets!)

-Gum or chew toys (give the stimulation of eating without consuming anything!)

-Gelatin water (mix some gelatin with water, it's simple and chewy :>)

For eating more

-Eat little bits at a time (if you eat small pieces of food - like yoghurt or some crackers, but eat more of them over long periods of time it feels like you're eating less while still getting nutrients!)

-Tablets and meds (you can buy some vitamins and other p!lls from your local chemist to help your digestive and immune systems! This might assist your desire to eat :3)

-Juices (drinking your c4lor!es can help, because it doesn't feel like eating! Just make sure you're eating solid food too, though.)

Affirmations

If you don't feel confident in your appearance, look for the little things! Look for the way your shoulder bones stick out when you suck in your breath, the way your hair looks (if you don't like your hair, maybe try styling it into a way you like it!), or your nose (if you don't like your nose, try putting a bandaid on it! I think it looks really cute, and it makes your nose less noticeable. However, don't hide forever because you're beautiful.

Perhaps your calves have nice curves, or a distinguished jaw, or wide eyes! I think eyes are really beautiful, so take a closer look! I think all eye colours are pretty, but if you have a unique colour that's really cool too!

Just remember that you're not alone - seek help. And if you don't want help, just know that it's only going to get worse. There are healthy ways to get to a desired weight or appearance. Please consult a professional or a loved one.

Love y'all! Feel free to vent in the comments or in asks, but please not in dms!