As long as I can remember, I have been an emotional eater. No matter the emotion, food was the answer. A bad day always needed some chocolate. A good grade rewarded with ice cream. And on and on. Especially when it came to treats, abstinence was a battle I'd rarely won.
I love making treats. And I make some really awesome ones, if I may say so myself. I find momentary relief as I indulge my cravings, but it is usually followed by feelings of guilt. This can send me into a vicious cycle. Eat. Guilt. Eat. Guilt...
Food and treats can bring family and friends together and play a role in making memories. Therefore, I don't plan on ridding my diet completely of treats. What I do plan on doing is exercising a little more self control. One cookie instead of 5. Enjoying dessert with my family, instead of sneaking into the kitchen by myself for a snack. Moderation in all things.
The word of wisdom, recorded in section 89 of the Doctrine and Covenants is a "principle with promise, adapted to the capacity of the weak and the weakest of all saints" (D&C 89:3)
I surely have been weak...
The Lord has provided the goodness of the earth for us to enjoy with "prudence and thanksgiving".
And this is his promise:
18 And all saints who remember to keep and do these sayings, walking in obedience to the commandments, shall receive health in their navel and marrow to their bones;
I'm pretty sure the first step in changing is admitting that you have a problem. So here it is, "I have an eating disorder. I am an emotional eater." My goal is to exercise self control and enjoy all things in prudence and thanksgiving. I know this will make me happy and healthy.
I am hoping those who read this can help keep me accountable.
Are any of you emotional eaters? What methods do you use to keep yourself in check?
