Take That, Emotions!

I've been noticing a pattern in the past couple of weeks.

I'm more content. I'm stable, I'm better able to handle my emotions. I'm looking at things in a more positive way. Plus, why shouldn't I be feeling good? I've got a spectacular fiance! And while most of my day-to-day happenings haven't changed much, I am certainly changing. And I think that's a good thing!

Just yesterday I put my coping skills to the test. I felt myself getting irritable and frustrated with someone for no reason at all. I recognized that feeling, nipped it in the bud, and told myself "hey, you're getting worked up right now over nothing. So take a chill pill and do something you like." So I started writing. Ta-da! Meltdown averted!

And it's not just me noticing these positive changes. It feels great to be able to be with people I care about and have positive interactions throughout my day. I'm even feeling better at work (for the past couple of months I've actually decided to start caring about work. Who would've thought that would be so...HELPFUL?!)

I also realized that ED thoughts have been miles away lately. I'm feeding my body awesome food and I'm moving it and taking care of it. When it wants to rest, I rest. When it wants to move around, I get up and at 'em. Oh, thank you body, for being so wonderful. I'll never deliberately hurt you again!

Really though, recovery has been great. I'm seeing so many improvements that it's bringing a smile to my face. No worries about getting to a proper "wedding weight;" no issues with cooking and eating with my fiance; less feelings of inadequacy when I see images of 'ideal bodies.'

I challenge you to find one area of your life where you can be more positive. Is it at work? With your relationship? With your family? With yourself? You may surprise yourself with the changes you can make.