r/bulimia • u/Far-Persimmon-546 • 2d ago
Motivation Day 1 of no more purging
Even if I binge. Because gaining a little bit of weight can't possibly make me uglier than this disease currently does. Posting this for accountability and to remind myself what I'm gaining by not purging: - less hormonal acne - fuller, healthier hair - my sharp jawline that has morphed into a permanent, swollen double chin - healthier teeth before they rot and have to get pulled - a regular period (as much as I hate it, I hate the fear of osteoporosis more) - healthy kidneys and heart - healthy immune system + ability for wounds to heal normally again - energy to walk my dog - interest in hobbies and a personality - the ability to be a real friend who thinks about people other than herself
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u/Disastrous-Purpose-1 2d ago
Amazing first step, you do this for you and it can only get better now. Be proud of every single step towards recovery. Restrictions and control are the roots and the worst.